Karolinska University Hospital

This study looked at how well the Pfizer mRNA vaccine triggers an immune response in people with weakened immune systems compared to healthy individuals. About 539 adults received two doses of the vaccine, and researchers measured antibody levels and side effects. The goal was to…

This early-phase trial tested whether injecting a patient's own stem cells into scarred vocal folds could safely improve severe hoarseness. Nine adults with untreatable voice problems received the stem cell injection during surgery. Researchers monitored side effects and voice fu…

This study tested a new, fast MRI sequence called Neuromix in 32 children with suspected or confirmed brain tumors. The goal was to see if the quick scan works as well as the standard, longer MRI. If it does, it could make scanning easier and less stressful for children.

This study looked at whether using a checklist before placing a breathing tube in intensive care unit (ICU) patients reduces complications. Researchers reviewed records of 60 critically ill adults who needed a breathing tube, comparing those treated before and after the checklist…

This study looked at 15,000 trauma patients treated at a Swedish hospital over 10 years. Researchers focused on those with serious neck or face injuries to understand what causes deadly bleeding and how it is managed. The goal is to improve care for future patients with these inj…

This study looked at whether waiting 10-12 weeks instead of the usual 4-6 weeks after chemoradiation before surgery helps patients with esophageal or gastric cardia cancer. 202 participants were randomly assigned to one of the two timing groups. The goal was to see if a longer de…