Lille Catholic University

This study tested whether a laser microscope used during a kidney-ureter scope procedure can tell normal tissue from tumors in the upper urinary tract. 29 adults with blood in urine, kidney stones, or urinary tract cancer took part. The goal was to see if this technique could red…

This study tested two drugs, colchicine and prednisone, to see which works better for sudden, painful joint swelling caused by CPPD (a type of arthritis common in older adults). 111 people aged 65 and older took part. The main goal was to measure pain relief 24 hours after the fi…

This study tested a short therapy program before weight-loss surgery to help patients improve their eating habits. 94 adults preparing for bariatric surgery took part. The goal was to see if this approach leads to better long-term weight control.

This study looked at whether gabapentin, a nerve pain medicine, works better than a placebo (fake pill) for quickly easing severe leg pain caused by a slipped disc. 144 adults with acute sciatica took either gabapentin or a placebo for 3 days, on top of their usual pain treatment…

This study tested two non-drug methods—hypnosis and virtual reality—to help people feel less pain during repeated medical procedures like wound dressing changes. 52 patients tried both techniques in a crossover design, meaning each person experienced both methods. The goal was to…

This study tested whether a program of pleasant smells in a relaxing environment could help people with anorexia recall personal memories. 100 hospitalized patients took part. The goal was to see if this approach improves access to autobiographical memories, which are often hard …

This study aimed to find new blood markers that show how tiny air pollution particles affect the body. Researchers took blood samples from 101 healthy adults of different ages and exposed their white blood cells to fine particles in the lab. They measured changes related to infla…

This study looked at 33 Polynesian adults with gout and their family members to find genetic factors that increase gout risk. Researchers compared the genes of gout patients with healthy relatives to identify variants linked to the disease. The goal is to better understand why go…

This study tested whether small wearable motion sensors can detect early walking and balance issues in people with multiple sclerosis (MS). Researchers compared 70 participants (MS patients and healthy volunteers) as they walked and performed balance tasks. The goal was to see if…

This study looked at 60 adults with gout who were starting medication to lower uric acid. Researchers compared two types of imaging—ultrasound and a special CT scan—to see how well they measure changes in urate crystal deposits over 6, 12, and 24 months. The goal was to understan…

This study looked at how thinking and emotional difficulties impact the way people with multiple sclerosis (MS) look around and start walking. Researchers compared MS patients with and without these neuropsychological issues. They measured walking patterns, eye movements, and obs…

This study looked at whether people with multiple sclerosis (MS) can recognize positive emotions as well as healthy individuals. Researchers compared 101 participants—some with MS and some without—using emotion recognition tests. The goal was to understand if positive emotion rec…

This study looked at how gastric bypass surgery affects bacteria in the small intestine. Researchers used a simple breath test to measure hydrogen levels, which can indicate bacterial overgrowth. Fifty-one people with severe obesity were tested before surgery and at several point…

This study looked at whether a 6-minute stepper test is a good way to measure exercise ability in people with heart disease who are in cardiac rehab. About 60 adults with heart conditions did the stepper test and also a standard walking test. The goal was to see if the stepper te…

This study looked at bone tissue from 34 men who had hip replacement surgery due to femoral head osteonecrosis (bone death). Researchers used advanced imaging and spectroscopy to analyze the bone structure and composition. The goal was to better understand what causes the bone to…

This study looked at how children with specific language disorders (called STOL) learn and remember sounds compared to children with normal language development. Researchers wanted to see if better verbal memory before age 6 could predict improvement in language skills. A total o…

This study aimed to find out how common gout is in French Polynesia and what genetic factors might be involved. Over 1,000 adults from several islands took part. Researchers measured gout rates and analyzed DNA to look for genetic variants linked to the disease. The goal was to b…

This study explored whether a simple, non-invasive balance test could help predict if adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) will get worse over time. Researchers studied 95 girls aged 11-14 with mild scoliosis, using a force plate to measure postural control. The goal was to find…

This study looked at whether depression makes it harder for people with multiple sclerosis (MS) to recognize emotions like anger, joy, or neutral expressions on faces. Researchers tested 38 participants, including MS patients and healthy controls, using facial expression tasks an…

This study looked at whether carefully managing medications for older hospital patients can lower their chances of being readmitted within 30 days. Researchers compared a group that received extra medication reviews and planning with a group that did not. The goal was to see if t…