King Edward Medical University

This study compares two minimally invasive surgeries (ETEP and SCOLA) for repairing paraumbilical hernias (belly button hernias) in 86 adults aged 18-65. Researchers will measure operating time, pain, infections, fluid buildup, and recovery to see which method leads to fewer comp…

This study compares two surgical techniques—cruciate incision and saucerization—for treating carbuncles in diabetic patients aged 25-70. Both methods are followed by vacuum-assisted closure therapy. The goal is to see which technique causes less blood loss and faster wound healin…

This study tests whether vonoprazan, a medicine that reduces stomach acid, can prevent ulcers that sometimes form after a procedure called endoscopic variceal band ligation (EVBL) in people with liver cirrhosis. About 154 adults will take either vonoprazan or a placebo daily for …

This study compares aloe vera gel dressings to traditional paraffin-based dressings for pain at the skin graft donor site. About 72 adults aged 18-60 will receive one of the two dressings after surgery. Pain is measured on day 7 using a standard scale, and extra pain medication u…

This study tests two different ointments—lignocaine and glyceryl trinitrate (GTN)—to see which one works better for pain relief after hemorrhoid surgery. About 64 adults with severe hemorrhoids will take part. The goal is to find which ointment reduces pain, helps wounds heal fas…

This study looks at whether giving less IV fluid after gallbladder removal is as good as giving more fluid for keeping the body stable. About 380 adults having planned gallbladder surgery will be randomly assigned to receive either liberal or restricted fluids for 6 hours after t…