Damanhour University

This study tested whether empagliflozin, a medication, could improve the structure and function of the heart in non-diabetic patients with a specific type of heart failure. Fifty patients were randomly assigned to receive either empagliflozin or a placebo pill daily for three mon…

This study tested whether montelukast, a common asthma medication, could help protect the heart from damage caused by the chemotherapy drug doxorubicin in breast cancer patients. Fifty patients were split into two groups: one received montelukast and the other received a placebo …

This study tested whether a supplement called alpha-lipoic acid could help people critically ill with sepsis. It involved 80 patients in an Egyptian hospital, who were randomly assigned to receive either the supplement or a placebo for one week. Researchers measured if it reduced…

This study tested whether a sedative drug called dexmedetomidine could help protect the brain after an injury. It involved 60 patients in intensive care, with half receiving the drug and half not. Researchers monitored patients' consciousness levels and measured blood markers to …

This study tested whether starting simple mental exercises within the first day of ICU admission could prevent or reduce delirium in critically ill patients. Researchers worked with 130 adult patients who were awake enough to participate. The exercises included orientation remind…

This study tested two simple methods to reduce pain and anxiety when critically ill patients need an arterial blood draw. Researchers applied a bag of crushed ice to the puncture site for three minutes and used psychological techniques like music and breathing exercises. The goal…

This study tested whether taking a Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) supplement could help reduce the side effects of chemotherapy in breast cancer patients. Forty women receiving a specific chemo drug were given either CoQ10 or standard care for twelve weeks. Researchers closely monitored si…

This study tested whether taking a Coenzyme Q10 supplement could help protect nerves and reduce side effects like pain, numbness, and fatigue in women receiving paclitaxel chemotherapy for breast cancer. Fifty women were randomly assigned to receive either the supplement along wi…

This study tested whether a specific breathing exercise helps patients recover after heart surgery. Researchers taught 120 patients a technique involving controlled breathing, deep breaths, and gentle coughing. They compared these patients to others who received standard care to …

This study tested whether two advanced heart scan techniques could better predict how patients do after a TAVI procedure to replace a narrowed aortic valve. Researchers followed 100 patients with severe aortic stenosis to see if these scans could more accurately forecast risks li…

This study tested whether short, on-demand video lessons on a mobile device could help intensive care unit nurses feel more confident, motivated, and less stressed after performing CPR. It involved 100 experienced ICU nurses. Researchers measured changes in their feelings using s…