Kirikkale University
Clinical trials sponsored by Kirikkale University, explained in plain language.
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New study tests which root canal cleaning technique best fights infection
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at three different ways to clean infected root canals in 66 men aged 18-35. The goal is to see which method best reduces signs of inflammation and infection. Researchers will measure certain proteins in the fluid around the tooth root before and after treatment.
Sponsor: Kırıkkale University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Blood test index may spot hidden heart blockage risk
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will examine the medical records of 200 adults with heart disease who had a special X-ray of their heart arteries. Researchers want to see if a score called the triglyceride-glucose (TyG) index, which comes from a routine blood test, is higher in people who have a comp…
Sponsor: Kırıkkale University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Can a training program make nurses more compassionate?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will test a compassionate care training program for nurses, based on Watson's Human Caring Model. The training uses videos and case discussions to help nurses improve their compassion and caring behaviors. Sixty nurses will participate, and their compassion levels will…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kırıkkale University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Toothache science: proteins may reveal why some pulpitis hurts more
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at certain proteins (aquaporins and IL-8) in the fluid and tissue of healthy teeth and teeth with a painful, inflamed nerve (irreversible pulpitis). Researchers will collect samples from 70 adults during routine root canal treatment to compare protein levels. The…
Sponsor: Kırıkkale University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC