Kocaeli University
Clinical trials sponsored by Kocaeli University, explained in plain language.
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New study aims to cut opioid use in chest surgery with safer nerve blocks
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two types of nerve blocks (paravertebral block and erector spinae plane block) to see which one better controls pain and reduces opioid use during thoracotomy (chest surgery). About 60 adults having elective chest surgery will take part. The goal is to find a …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kocaeli University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 30, 2026 15:49 UTC
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Ultrasound reveals hidden muscle clues in kids with cerebral palsy
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at children with spastic cerebral palsy to see if ultrasound images of their muscles can predict how well they move. Researchers will measure muscle thickness, stiffness, and blood flow, then compare these to standard movement tests. The goal is to find better wa…
Sponsor: Kocaeli University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 01, 2026 16:01 UTC