Kafrelsheikh University
Clinical trials sponsored by Kafrelsheikh University, explained in plain language.
-
New combo may cut stroke risk better than standard care
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two antiplatelet drug combinations—aspirin plus ticagrelor versus aspirin plus clopidogrel—in people who recently had a minor stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA) caused by a large blood vessel blockage. About 900 adults aged 18–75 will receive one of the…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 21:28 UTC
-
Can a simple pill combo stop a second stroke?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two anti-clotting drug combinations—aspirin plus ticagrelor versus aspirin plus cilostazol—in 900 adults who recently had a minor stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA) caused by a large blood vessel blockage. The goal is to see which combo better prevents …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:09 UTC
-
Could a tooth-based gel replace standard fillings in kids' dental care?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether two forms of demineralized dentin matrix (a material made from tooth tissue) can help immature permanent teeth with dead nerves grow stronger roots and close the root tip, compared to a standard material called RetroMTA. About 36 children aged 9 to 15 wil…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:08 UTC
-
Could a common cholesterol drug slash second stroke risk?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at 600 adults who had their first small vessel stroke. Within 24 hours, they receive either atorvastatin or rosuvastatin alongside clopidogrel and aspirin. The goal is to see if adding a statin lowers the chance of having another stroke within three months, while…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:06 UTC
-
New study tests best way to fill gaps in tooth implants
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests three different materials to fill the gap between a tooth root and a new dental implant. The goal is to see which material helps bone and gum heal best. 45 adults with a failing front tooth will be randomly assigned to receive one of the three treatments. Results…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:06 UTC
-
Could a common heart pill help those with artificial valves?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a drug called sacubitril/valsartan can improve heart function in people who have an artificial heart valve and heart failure with reduced pumping ability. About 220 adults will take the drug and be monitored for at least one grade improvement in thei…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:02 UTC
-
Laser acupoints: a Needle-Free hope for blocked tubes?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests if laser acupoint therapy can help unblock fallopian tubes in women trying to get pregnant. 36 women aged 20-35 with blocked tubes will receive the treatment. The main goal is to see if the tubes open up, checked by X-ray before and 3 months after treatment.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 18:56 UTC
-
New surgery showdown: can a 'Reboot' beat standard sinus surgery for polyp patients?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two types of sinus surgery for people with chronic sinusitis and nasal polyps that keep coming back. One surgery, called 'Reboot,' removes all the sinus lining to let it grow back healthy, while the other is a standard complete sinus surgery. The goal is to se…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 12, 2026 12:06 UTC
-
Spine surgery showdown: cement vs. screws for brittle bones
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two surgical techniques for stabilizing the spine in people with osteoporosis (weak bones). One method uses screws with bone cement, the other uses special hollow screws. The goal is to see which provides better stability, pain relief, and recovery, with fewer…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 11, 2026 12:12 UTC
-
AI vs. hammer: new study tests smarter way to rebuild jawbone for implants
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests two methods to widen a narrow jawbone so dental implants can be placed. One method uses an AI-assisted digital guide, the other a traditional freehand approach, both using a special electromagnetic tool. The goal is to see which gives better bone width and height…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 10, 2026 13:29 UTC
-
Could adding a statin right after a stroke stop a second one?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a statin (atorvastatin or rosuvastatin) to the blood thinner clopidogrel within 24 hours of a first major stroke can lower the chance of having another stroke within 90 days. About 600 adults aged 18-75 with a large-vessel ischemic stroke will take…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 08, 2026 13:08 UTC
-
Tiny particles packed with steroids could restore hearing
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a single injection of dexamethasone-loaded exosomes into the ear can improve hearing recovery better than standard steroid injections in adults with sudden sensorineural hearing loss. About 30 participants who did not improve with oral steroids will be ra…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 08, 2026 13:04 UTC
-
New nose splint technique may improve brain fluid leak repair
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new way to fix cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leaks from the nose using a small plastic splint to support a tissue graft. It compares this method to the standard approach using a flap of nasal lining. The goal is to see which technique works better for sealing the l…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 05, 2026 12:08 UTC
-
Could a Blood-Derived gel replace bone grafts in dental implant surgery?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a material made from a patient's own blood (Alb-PRF) can help grow new bone after a sinus lift as well as traditional bone graft does. About 45 adults needing dental implants in the upper jaw will be randomly assigned to receive either Alb-PRF or bone gra…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 05, 2026 12:07 UTC
-
Can recycled tooth grafts save your jawbone? new trial investigates
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests two different bone graft materials made from donated teeth to see which one better preserves the jawbone after a tooth is pulled. Forty-five adults needing a single upper back tooth removed will be randomly assigned to receive one of the grafts or no graft at all…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 01, 2026 18:08 UTC
-
Ultrasound breakthrough for newborn brain injury detection?
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a type of ultrasound, called transcranial Doppler, can accurately detect brain injuries in newborn babies. Researchers will enroll 60 high-risk newborns, such as those with infections, seizures, or birth complications. The goal is to see how well thi…
Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 11, 2026 12:10 UTC
-
Shock therapy for cramps? new study tests nerve zaps for period pain
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing a non-invasive nerve stimulation technique (TTNS) to see if it can reduce pain and improve quality of life in women with primary dysmenorrhea (painful periods). Researchers will measure pain levels, prostaglandin levels, and quality of life in 32 women aged …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 12:52 UTC
-
Pilates promises pain relief for moms
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether Pilates exercises can reduce low back pain in women who recently gave birth. About 48 women aged 20-30 with ongoing back pain will take part. Researchers will measure pain levels and how well the body handles pressure to see if Pilates helps.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:03 UTC
-
Laser therapy may speed up Bell's palsy recovery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares how different laser frequencies affect nerve recovery in people with Bell's palsy, a condition that causes sudden facial paralysis. Researchers will measure nerve signals in the face before and after treatment. The goal is to find which laser setting works bes…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 18:55 UTC
-
Can a common amino acid fix stroke-related balance problems?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a daily dose of acetyl-leucine (a modified amino acid) can improve balance and reduce uncoordinated movement in people who had a stroke affecting the back part of the brain. Two hundred adults aged 18–80 will receive either the drug or a placebo for three…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 11, 2026 12:10 UTC
-
New nose job technique aims for better, Longer-Lasting results
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at a specific nose surgery method called lateral crural steal with columellar strut graft. It aims to improve the shape and rotation of the nose tip in people getting a first-time rhinoplasty. About 22 participants will be followed to see how well the technique w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 11, 2026 12:10 UTC
-
Shock therapy for tiny arms: new hope for kids with CP?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a special type of electrical stimulation, applied while children practice specific tasks, can improve arm and hand movement in kids with spastic quadriplegia, a severe form of cerebral palsy. Researchers will enroll 30 children aged 2 to 6 years. The goal…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 05, 2026 12:06 UTC
-
New ultrasound combo may spot preterm labor earlier
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether adding a measurement of the angle between the uterus and cervix to a standard ultrasound can help predict preterm labor. Researchers will study 47 pregnant women between 24 and 34 weeks who show early signs of labor. The goal is to see if combining the…
Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 12:52 UTC