Mansoura University

This study tests whether a gel made from spirulina (a type of algae) can improve the treatment of stage II gum disease when used alongside standard deep cleaning. Researchers will compare different ways of preparing the spirulina gel and measure gum health and inflammation levels…

This early-phase study tested whether an ozonated sunflower seed oil gel could improve gum disease treatment when used alongside standard deep cleaning. Sixty adults with stage II periodontitis were divided into groups receiving either cleaning alone or cleaning plus a regular or…

This study compared two weight loss surgeries for people with severe obesity: SASI and SAPI. Researchers looked at costs, weight loss, and safety in 68 adults aged 18-65. The goal was to see which surgery is more affordable and effective for long-term weight control.

This study tested a new way to prepare the jawbone for dental implants using a magnetic mallet instead of a traditional drill. Researchers compared the two methods in 32 people missing one or more upper back teeth. They measured how stable the implants were and how much bone was …

This study tested two methods to rebuild a narrow upper jawbone so dental implants can be placed. Sixteen adults received either a standard bovine bone graft or an 'extended sticky bone' graft during implant surgery. The goal was to see which method gives better bone support and …

This study tested whether using acellular dermal matrix (a type of gum graft) around dental implants placed right after tooth extraction helps preserve gum thickness and bone. Sixteen adults with a damaged front tooth received an implant covered with either a standard membrane or…

This study tested different types of bulk-fill tooth fillings in 40 adults who had at least 4 cavities in their back teeth. The fillings were placed and then checked after 2 years to see how well they held up. The goal was to find out which filling material works best for treatin…

This study tested whether taking probiotics or synbiotics (probiotics plus fiber) for 6 months could improve health in 60 adults with kidney failure on dialysis. Researchers measured changes in blood toxins, heart health, quality of life, and thinking ability. The goal was to see…

This study compared three devices used to wire broken jaws together: Erich arch bars, IMF screws, and hybrid arch bars. Twenty-four adults with mandibular fractures were randomly assigned to one of the three devices. The goal was to see which device provides the best stability an…

This study compared two different positions for placing six dental implants in the upper jaw of people with no teeth. All implants were fitted with a fixed full-arch denture right away. Researchers measured how stable the implants were and how healthy the gums stayed using standa…

This study looked at 27 people who had full-arch dental implants (six in the upper jaw and six in the lower jaw) to compare three different methods for making the metal framework that holds the false teeth. The methods were traditional casting, computer-aided milling (CAD/CAM), a…

This study tested whether leaving a tooth root fragment (socket shield) and letting the gum heal naturally works as well as adding bone graft material before placing a dental implant. Twenty-four healthy adults with good oral hygiene took part. The goal was to see if the natural …

This study tested two materials for filling the gap around a dental implant placed right after tooth removal: e-PRF (made from the patient's own blood) and allograft (donor bone). Twenty-eight patients with damaged front teeth received one of the two fillers. The main goal was to…

This study tested whether a licorice extract gel could improve the results of deep cleaning for people with stage II periodontitis (moderate gum disease). Fifty patients were split into two groups: one got standard deep cleaning alone, and the other got deep cleaning plus licoric…

This study tested two different bone graft materials to widen a thin upper jawbone so dental implants can be placed. Thirty-four people with narrow jawbones received either bovine bone mixed with hyaluronate or bovine bone mixed with platelet-rich fibrin. The grafts were placed u…

This study tested two types of natural membranes used during dental implant surgery after a tooth is pulled. Forty adults with a non-restorable molar in the lower jaw received an implant right away, covered with either a membrane made from their own tooth or one made from their b…

This study tested whether a new map for insulin injection sites (either digital or paper) could reduce skin lumps caused by insulin. 170 adults with diabetes who had been using insulin for at least six months took part. The map helped people rotate injection spots, aiming to impr…

This study tested a new method using albumin platelet-rich fibrin (A-PRF) for sinus lift surgery before placing dental implants. Thirty-two patients with limited jawbone height received either A-PRF or a standard allograft. The goal was to see which approach gives better implant …

This study looked at whether getting blood sugar under control for a short time before major abdominal surgery can lower the chance of problems or death. It included 53 adults with uncontrolled diabetes (HbA1c of 7.5% or higher) who were scheduled for surgery lasting over 2 hours…

This study tested whether dapagliflozin, a drug typically used for diabetes, can slow kidney decline, improve anemia, and support heart health in 100 adults with chronic kidney disease who do not have diabetes. Participants took either the drug or a placebo daily for 12 months al…

This study tested four different tooth-colored filling materials for small cavities on the chewing surface of back teeth. Ten people received each type of filling, and researchers checked how well they held up over two years. The goal was to see which material performed best and …

This study compared two herbal mouthwashes (pomegranate peel extract and neem extract) against the standard chlorhexidine mouthwash in 156 school children aged 8-12. The goal was to see if the natural options could reduce plaque, gum inflammation, and harmful bacteria just as wel…

This study tested two types of tooth-colored fillings for large cavities in back teeth. 120 adults received either a fiber-reinforced or a bulk-fill flowable resin composite as the inner layer. Researchers checked the fillings over 4 years to see which held up better against brea…

This study tested two common treatments for fungal ear infections: boric acid and povidone iodine. Sixty patients were treated with one of the two solutions applied directly to the ear canal. The goal was to see which one clears the infection better and reduces symptoms like pain…

This study tested two different surgical methods to open a narrowed windpipe (subglottic or upper tracheal stenosis) in 30 patients. One method uses a special device to widen the airway, while the other removes scar tissue and places a small graft from the inside of the cheek. Th…

This study tested two different materials used to fix cavities in back teeth: a CAD/CAM composite and a polymer-infiltrated ceramic. Twelve adults with two decayed molars each received both types of inlays and were followed for two years. Researchers checked how well each materia…

This study tested whether placing a flap of neck tissue over the closure line after total larynx removal (laryngectomy) could lower the chance of a pharyngocutaneous fistula—an abnormal opening that can leak saliva and delay healing. Fifty patients with advanced laryngeal cancer …

This study compared two ear drum repair methods in 60 adults with large perforations. One group received standard surgery with a gel made from hyaluronic acid, while the other had standard surgery alone. Researchers measured how well the graft healed and whether hearing improved,…

This study looked at four ways to treat the vital pulp (nerve) of immature permanent molars in 100 healthy children. The treatments were calcium hydroxide, MTA, a diode laser, and laser combined with MTA. The goal was to see which method best helped the tooth root finish growing …

This study looked at three ways to take a small sample of lung tissue (biopsy) in 60 adults with interstitial lung diseases. The goal was to find which method gives the most accurate diagnosis and causes the fewest side effects. The methods tested were forceps biopsy, cryobiopsy …

This study tested whether an artificial intelligence-based educational guide could help prevent surgical site infections in women who had a cesarean section. 300 women were split into two groups: one received standard care, and the other also got the AI guide with daily check-ins…

This study tested whether dental interns can apply cavity-preventing sealants just as well after watching a video as after in-person training. Fifty children aged 7–9 each had two molars treated, one by each training method. After three months, the sealants placed by video-traine…

This study tested a combination of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) from the patient's own blood and hyaluronic acid injected into the jaw joint. Twenty-two adults with painful clicking and limited mouth opening received the treatment. Researchers used a jaw tracking device to measure …

This study tested whether a numbing injection behind the nose (sphenopalatine ganglion block) could reduce confusion and agitation after sinus surgery. 100 adults received either the nerve block or a placebo. The goal was to see if the block helped patients wake up more calmly an…

This study tested whether a standardized Boswellia extract (a herbal supplement) combined with patient education could reduce symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) like belly pain, bloating, and irregular bowel habits. Sixty adults with moderate IBS took the extract twice da…

This study tested whether a gel made from a patient's own blood (albumin platelet-rich fibrin) can reduce pain, swelling, and improve healing after removing impacted wisdom teeth. Sixteen healthy adults had both lower wisdom teeth removed; one socket received the gel and the othe…

This study looked at two different ways to place four dental implants in the lower jaw to support a denture with a special bar attachment. Thirty people with good oral health and normal jaw structure took part. Researchers measured how satisfied patients were and how often proble…

This study tested a specific technique for adjusting occlusal stabilizing splints used to treat temporomandibular disorders (TMD), which cause jaw pain and dysfunction. Researchers enrolled 800 patients with TMD and assessed their satisfaction after using the adjusted splints. Th…

This study looked at 10 people getting full-arch dental implants to compare three types of temporary teeth. The goal was to see which one keeps gums healthier and causes fewer problems like breakage or infection. Results help dentists choose the best option for immediate-load imp…

This pilot study tested two types of overdenture attachments (bar locator vs. bar ball) in 10 people with no teeth who had trouble with regular dentures. Participants were randomly assigned to one type, and their satisfaction and complications were tracked for 6 months. The goal …

This study tested two different nerve block techniques to see which provides better pain relief after a cesarean delivery. 90 mothers received either a bilevel erector spinae plane block or a transversus abdominis plane block. The goal was to reduce the need for opioid painkiller…

This study looked at how satisfied people were with three different types of mouthguards (occlusal splints) for jaw joint and muscle pain (TMD). 27 adults who had jaw pain for at least 3 months and had never been treated for it tried one of the splints. The main goal was to see w…

This study tested whether warming bupivacaine (a numbing drug) to body temperature before injecting it around the eye improves its effects for cataract surgery. 120 adults having cataract surgery received either room-temperature or warmed bupivacaine. Researchers measured how fas…

This study tested whether adding a single dose of the muscle relaxant tizanidine to a nerve block (ESP block) improves pain control after mastectomy. 90 patients were randomly assigned to receive either the nerve block alone or the nerve block plus tizanidine before surgery. The …

This study tested two ways to remove bone during a minimally invasive sinus surgery called the prelacrimal approach. One method uses a modern ultrasonic device (piezosurgery), the other uses a traditional hammer and chisel. The trial included 40 adults with various non-cancerous …

This study tested whether a learning instruction package could improve outcomes for people with knee osteoarthritis. 71 adults aged 20-60 with knee osteoarthritis took part. The package aimed to teach patients about their condition and how to manage it, with the goal of reducing …

This study tested two exercise programs—scapular retraction exercises and the McKenzie method—in 116 university students with forward head posture. Over eight weeks, participants did 20-minute sessions three times a week. The goal was to see which approach better improved neck al…

This study looked at how satisfied people with no teeth were with two different types of dentures held in by four implants. Ten patients tried each type for six months and rated their comfort and quality of life. The goal was to see which option patients liked better.

This study tested whether dentures made with a digital 3D printer help people without teeth chew and swallow solid food better than traditional dentures. Fourteen adults each tried both types for three months. The goal was to see which denture made eating easier and more efficien…

This study tested whether using a virtual reality headset before a gastrointestinal endoscopy could help children aged 6 to 15 feel less anxious and have less pain afterward. Sixty-six children were split into two groups: one got standard care, the other got a short VR session wi…

This study tested if doing hand grip exercises for six weeks helps the arm blood vessel connection (fistula) used for dialysis grow stronger and work better. 34 adults with kidney failure on dialysis were randomly assigned to either do the exercises or receive standard care. The …

This study looked at 108 adults with COVID-19 pneumonia who had low oxygen levels (type 1 respiratory failure). Researchers compared two breathing support methods: High-Velocity Nasal Insufflation (HVNI) and Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP). The goal was to see which on…

This study tested whether a nanoemulsified sesame oil nasal spray can improve symptoms and healing after sinus surgery in people with chronic sinusitis. Sixty patients used different nasal solutions after surgery, and researchers measured symptom scores and endoscopic healing. Th…

This study tested whether aromatherapy (breathing lavender oil) or acupressure (gentle thumb pressure on specific points) could reduce pain and improve sleep in 100 children aged 6-12 after abdominal surgeries like appendix or hernia repair. The goal was to find simple, non-drug …

This study compared two methods of picking up attachments for lower implant-supported dentures: one done digitally before recording jaw relations, and the other done directly in the mouth during denture insertion. Sixteen participants received both types of dentures, and research…

This study tested a new 3D scanning method called the triple-scan protocol to measure how well dental implants fit in the mouth. Eighteen adults with missing teeth received implants, and researchers compared traditional impression techniques with digital scans using modified and …

This completed study from Mansoura University looked at how low fat-free mass (muscle) affects the outlook for people with COPD. Researchers studied 90 adults aged 40 and older with confirmed COPD. They used breathing tests, a 6-minute walk test, CT scans, and the BODE index to m…

This study followed 27 people with no teeth who had four implants in their lower jaw to support a denture. Researchers measured bone loss and how well the denture stayed in place over 7 years. The goal was to see if this type of denture is a good long-term solution.

This study looked at 28 ICU patients on breathing machines to see if a diaphragm ultrasound could catch a specific breathing problem called double triggering. Researchers compared the ultrasound results to standard ventilator readings. The goal is to find a better way to monitor …

This study tested whether a targeted education program could improve the knowledge, practice, and attitudes of nurses caring for bone marrow transplant patients. 98 nurses from Mansoura University took part. The program covered care before, during, and after transplant, as well a…

This study looked at 60 people who needed dental implants for missing back teeth in the upper jaw. It compared three methods: using Densah burs, a magnetic mallet, or conventional drilling. The goal was to see which technique made the implant most stable right after placement, at…

This study looked at whether a special camera test done during sleep (called drug-induced sleep endoscopy) can help doctors choose the right non-CPAP treatment for people with obstructive sleep apnea. 35 adults who could not use CPAP took part. The goal was to see if this approac…

This study looked at how giving IV fluids during a C-section affects heart function in women with preeclampsia. Researchers used ultrasound to measure heart output in 34 women. The goal was to better understand how to manage fluids safely in these patients.

This study looked at how well the diaphragm works in people with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Researchers used ultrasound to measure diaphragm movement in 60 adults with OSA. The goal was to see if diaphragm function is linked to how severe the sleep apnea is.

This study looked at 40 people with tooth inflammation (reversible or irreversible pulpitis) to see if certain immune markers in the blood (IL-8 and IL-10) could predict how well a tooth-saving treatment (vital pulp therapy) works. Participants received the therapy, and researche…

This study looked at whether breathing in nitroglycerin (a medicine that opens blood vessels) is safe and effective for people with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), a condition where lung blood vessels narrow. Twenty adults with PAH took part. The goal was to see if the spr…

This study tested a lean leadership training program for head nurses at Mansoura Children Hospital. The goal was to see if the training could improve head nurses' performance and make the workplace safer for staff nurses. About 200 head nurses and staff nurses took part, and the …