National University Of Malaysia

This trial compares a standardized siwak (chewing stick) oral hygiene program to conventional toothbrushing for improving gum health in young adults with gingivitis. Participants are dental students aged 18–24 who will follow either the siwak module or toothbrushing for 21 days. …

This study tests whether a set of simple treatments—daily blood pressure checks, dietitian visits, hearing and vision tests, and mood screening—can help preserve thinking and memory after a stroke. About 50 adults who recently had a mild stroke will either receive this care bundl…

This study compares two types of retainers used after orthodontic treatment that widens the upper jaw: a traditional Hawley retainer and a newer 3D-printed retainer. The goal is to see which one better prevents teeth from shifting back, is more comfortable for patients, and costs…

This study compares using a patient's own ground-up tooth (autologous dentin graft) versus a standard cow-bone graft (xenograft) to repair bone defects behind the second molar after wisdom tooth removal. About 34 adults with deep gum pockets will receive one graft type on each si…

This trial tests whether different types of pressure garments can improve touch sensation in the hand after a stroke. Adults aged 21 to 60 with hand stiffness will wear one of three garment designs for at least 12 hours daily over four weeks. Researchers will measure how the pres…

This study tests whether a mental health app called Intellect can reduce depression and improve resilience in medical students. 220 students will be split into two groups: one gets full app access, the other gets basic access. Researchers will check changes in mood, anxiety, and …

This study tests a new device called SafeLM™, a video-equipped breathing mask for children during surgery. Researchers want to see how easy it is to place, how well it seals the airway, and if it causes any problems. About 60 children aged up to 18 who need general anesthesia wil…

This study tests whether taking probiotics can improve quality of life, daily activities, and anxiety in people who have had a moderate stroke. Researchers will enroll 110 adults aged 18 to 80 who had a stroke within the past 3 months. Participants will take probiotics and be mon…

This pilot trial tests whether a single-use flexible bronchoscope can safely and effectively replace the semi-rigid pleuroscope for diagnosing pleural effusion—a buildup of fluid around the lungs. Hospitalized patients needing a tissue sample will be randomly assigned to one of t…

This study looks at how two common artificial sweeteners, sucralose and saccharin, affect blood sugar control and gut bacteria in adults with type 2 diabetes. Over 33 participants will take each sweetener or a placebo for one week, with breaks in between. The goal is to see if th…