Damascus University

This study tests whether a steroid mouthwash (clobetasol propionate 0.05%) and low-level laser therapy, alone or together, can heal painful mouth sores in people with pemphigus vulgaris—a chronic autoimmune disease that causes blisters on skin and mucous membranes. Thirty partici…

This study tests whether a special medical glue (tissue adhesive) can replace traditional stitches for closing wounds inside the mouth after a biopsy. Twenty-eight people with small mouth growths will be randomly assigned to get either the glue or stitches. Researchers will measu…

This study tests whether showing children a video of a real mouth, alongside the usual 'tell-show-do' method, can lower their anxiety during dental treatment. Eighty children aged 4 to 6 will take part, and researchers will measure their heart rate and use a face scale to see how…

This study tests whether adding liquid platelet-rich fibrin or low-level laser therapy to standard lip repositioning surgery can speed healing, reduce pain and swelling, and prevent the gummy smile from returning. Twenty-two adults with a gummy smile due to a hyperactive upper li…

This study looks at whether giving a carbohydrate drink before coronary artery bypass surgery can improve insulin sensitivity and recovery in people with type 2 diabetes. About 50 participants will be enrolled. The goal is to see if this simple step can reduce complications and s…

This study looks at how a surgery called pulmonary endarterectomy (PEA) affects the self-confidence of people with chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH). Ten patients will fill out questionnaires about their confidence in managing their illness and communicating w…