Istanbul Medipol University Hospital

This study tests two drugs, terlipressin and somatostatin, to see which one better lowers high blood pressure in the liver's main vein during a living-donor liver transplant. High pressure can cause dangerous bleeding, so finding the best drug may improve safety. About 50 adults …

This study tests whether applying paraffin oil to the skin before using a tourniquet (a tight band that stops blood flow) during arm surgery can prevent skin injuries like redness, blisters, or burns. About 90 adults having elective upper arm surgery will be randomly assigned to …

This study compares two ultrasound-guided nerve blocks—recto-intercostal fascial plane block (RIFPB) and transversus abdominis plane block (TAPB)—for pain control after laparoscopic gallbladder removal. 90 adults undergoing elective surgery will receive one of the two blocks. The…

This study tests whether two hands-on therapies—instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization and vibration massage—can reduce pain, improve daily function, and lessen fear of movement in people with lumbar disc herniation (a slipped disc). Researchers will enroll 45 adults aged 3…

This study looks at whether using a hand-held tool to massage the shoulder muscles (called IASTM) can reduce pain and improve movement in people with shoulder impingement. About 38 adults aged 40-60 with this condition will receive either standard exercise or exercise plus the ma…

This study tests whether virtual reality exercises can help people with balance problems caused by a weak inner ear on one side. 48 adults will be split into three groups: one doing standard balance exercises, one using VR, and one doing both. The goal is to see if VR can reduce …

This study tests whether an ultrasound-guided nerve block called M-TAPA can reduce pain and the need for opioid painkillers after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy. Sixty adults scheduled for this weight-loss surgery will receive the block while under anesthesia. Researchers will m…

This study looks at whether virtual reality-based exercises can help improve foot function, foot pressure, and balance in people who are sedentary (mostly sitting). Researchers will enroll 45 university students aged 18-25 who are not athletes and have no foot or nerve problems. …

This study tests two types of home exercise programs for people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a lung disease that makes breathing hard. Participants will be split into two groups: one does live online exercise sessions, the other follows video workouts. The goal is to…

This study looks at whether a community support program called Vefahane helps older adults maintain their thinking skills and quality of life. Researchers will compare 120 people aged 60 and older who take part in activities like exercise, music, and social events with those who …

This study tests whether a mild electrical brain stimulation technique called tDCS can improve cognitive flexibility in people with orthorexia nervosa — an extreme fixation on healthy eating. Researchers will compare brain wave patterns and task performance before and after real …

This study aims to translate and test the Situational Vertigo Questionnaire (SVQ) in Turkish. The SVQ measures dizziness triggered by visual environments like supermarkets or driving. Researchers will check if the Turkish version is valid and reliable by comparing it with other d…

This study looks at how feeling anxious before corrective jaw surgery (orthognathic surgery) affects your body during the operation and your recovery afterward. Researchers will measure anxiety levels in 45 patients before surgery, then track heart rate and blood pressure during …

This study tests a rapid PCR test that identifies bacteria and drug resistance in about an hour, compared to standard methods that take 1-3 days. 300 adults with bloodstream infections will be randomly assigned to get either the rapid test plus standard care or standard care alon…