National University Of Malaysia

This study looks at whether a plant-focused diet can improve nutrition in adults with end-stage kidney disease who are on peritoneal dialysis and are malnourished. About 100 participants will be randomly assigned to either a plant-focused diet or a standard kidney diet and follow…

This study tests whether giving antibiotics directly into the bile duct during a procedure called ERCP helps people with a serious bile duct infection (acute cholangitis) recover faster. About 172 adults with mild to moderate infection will be randomly assigned to receive either …

This study tests whether playing personalized sounds (like pink noise) during sleep can improve sleep quality in adults with insomnia. Forty participants will have their brain activity monitored overnight before and after the sound therapy. The goal is to see if this non-drug app…

This study compares how satisfied people are with two different CPAP machines for treating moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea. About 50 adults will try both a standard home machine and a smaller portable one. The goal is to see which device users prefer and how well each …

This study tests whether using virtual reality (VR) goggles during a chest drain insertion can make the experience less painful and more tolerable. About 80 adults needing the procedure will be randomly assigned to receive standard care or standard care plus VR distraction. Resea…

This study tests whether a dry powder form of ivy leaf extract (Syrup Prospan) works better than a common drug called N-acetylcysteine (NAC) at reducing cough and mucus in people with COPD. About 100 adults with stable COPD will take one of the two treatments for a set period. Re…

This study compares two methods for placing a breathing tube when the airway is difficult. Doctors will try both techniques on a mannequin to see which is faster and more successful. The goal is to find the best approach for real-life emergencies.

This study looks at whether using a heparin lock after flushing with normal saline keeps small chest tubes (used to drain fluid from around the lungs) from getting blocked better than flushing alone. About 40 adults with pleural effusion will take part. The goal is to find the be…