Ege University

This study tests whether giving tranexamic acid (TXA) after the baby is delivered can reduce blood loss during repeat cesarean sections in women at low risk for bleeding. About 204 women will be randomly assigned to receive TXA or a placebo. The goal is to see if TXA meaningfully…

This study tests whether teaching patients a gentle belly massage (called effleurage) before abdominal surgery can prevent constipation after the operation. About 42 adults having abdominal surgery will be randomly assigned to learn the massage technique or receive only standard …

This study tests whether adding thinking exercises to physical therapy, done remotely via video calls, can reduce pain and improve jaw function in young adults with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder. Thirty participants aged 18-25 will be split into two groups: one gets stan…

This study looks at two simple, drug-free methods—Helfer Skin Tap (gentle tapping near the injection site) and vibration—to see if they can lower pain and fear in children aged 5-10 getting a shot in the emergency room. About 186 children will be randomly assigned to one of these…

This study tests whether watching virtual reality (VR) videos can reduce pain and fear in children aged 7 to 12 when they get an IV. About 150 kids having day surgery will be randomly assigned to watch an aquarium or kaleidoscope VR video, or receive standard care. Researchers wi…

This study tests whether a mobile education program can improve comfort for people living with a stoma (a surgical opening on the belly). About 68 adults will be randomly assigned to either use the app plus standard care, or standard care alone. The app provides videos, tips, and…

This study follows 280 older adults (65+) who visited the emergency room after a simple fall but were not hospitalized. Researchers want to see how many lose the ability to do everyday tasks like bathing or dressing in the month after the fall. Participants answer health and acti…

This study looks at whether using virtual reality (VR) glasses can help paramedic students learn how to treat crush syndrome (a serious injury from disasters) better than a standard lecture. About 61 second-year students will be split into two groups: one uses VR, the other gets …