Dr Cipto Mangunkusumo General Hospital

This study tested whether a new device called Mixsafe works as well as the standard Neopuff device for helping newborns breathe. 107 babies who needed breathing support at birth took part. The goal was to see if Mixsafe could be a safe and effective alternative for hospitals.

This study tested whether hydroxytyrosol, a natural antioxidant found in olives, can reduce inflammation and oxidative stress in pregnant women with high blood pressure. 42 women took either a daily 10 mg hydroxytyrosol capsule or a placebo for 4 weeks. Researchers measured chang…

This study tested whether giving vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) during heart surgery could reduce heart muscle damage in children with Tetralogy of Fallot, a birth defect. 58 children aged 1-10 years received either vitamin E or a placebo at the start of surgery. The main goal was …

This study tested whether using a brain oxygen monitor (cerebral NIRS) along with a treatment guideline could prevent brain injury in very low birth weight preterm infants. 129 babies born at 32 weeks or earlier or weighing under 1500 grams took part. The monitor was placed on th…

This study tested a home-based tongue exercise (pressing the tongue against the roof of the mouth) in 17 older adults with swallowing problems. The goal was to see if this simple exercise could strengthen swallowing muscles and reduce the risk of food or liquid entering the airwa…