Khyber Teaching Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by Khyber Teaching Hospital, explained in plain language.
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Which surgery heals pilonidal sinus faster? new study compares two techniques
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at two common surgeries for pilonidal sinus, a painful skin condition at the tailbone. Sixty adults were randomly assigned to either have the wound closed with stitches or left open to heal. The goal was to see which method leads to faster healing and fewer infe…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Khyber Teaching Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:15 UTC
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Checklist could save lives after injury, study finds
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether using the World Health Organization (WHO) Trauma Care Checklist improves outcomes for adults with serious injuries. Sixty patients were randomly assigned to receive either standard care or care guided by the checklist. Researchers measured pain, injury s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Khyber Teaching Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Smaller incision, same results? new study on kidney stone surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared two types of surgery for removing kidney stones larger than 2 cm: standard percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) and a newer, less invasive mini-PCNL. Sixty adults aged 20 to 60 with a single stone took part. The goal was to see if mini-PCNL reduces complication…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Khyber Teaching Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:01 UTC