Kasr El Aini Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by Kasr El Aini Hospital, explained in plain language.
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Surgical glue may boost healing for tough anal fistulas
Disease control OngoingThis study compares a standard seton (a thread used to drain and heal fistulas) with one coated in Glubran, a surgical glue with antimicrobial and healing properties. The trial includes adults with high or complex anal fistulas, a painful condition that can cause infection and in…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kasr El Aini Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 23:00 UTC
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New combo treatment for vitiligo shows promise in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether injecting carbon dioxide gas (carboxytherapy) alongside standard narrowband UVB light therapy can improve repigmentation in people with stable vitiligo. Fifty-nine participants with symmetrical patches will receive whole-body UVB light, with carboxytherap…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Kasr El Aini Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Which airway device is best for kids? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study compares three different breathing tube devices (Ambu AuraGain, LarySeal Pro LMA, and i-gel) used in children aged 2-9 years during day surgery. The goal is to see which one provides the best seal, causes fewest complications, and is easiest for doctors to insert. 165 …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kasr El Aini Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Staples or stitches? new study tests safer Weight-Loss surgery
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study compares two ways of reconnecting the intestine during a type of weight-loss surgery called SADI-S. About 82 adults aged 18-70 having this surgery will be randomly assigned to either a hand-sewn or stapled connection. The goal is to see which method leads to fewer earl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kasr El Aini Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC