Ondokuz Mayis University

This study tests whether giving organ transplant patients a mobile app or a teaching booklet helps them better manage their health after surgery. Researchers will measure quality of life, how well patients take their anti-rejection medications, and symptom control. About 108 live…

This study compares two ways of giving fluids to patients in the intensive care unit after major surgery. One group gets fluids based on a daily body scan that measures water inside and outside cells, while the other group gets fluids based on standard checks like blood pressure …

This study looks at whether coloring mandalas can help women going through menopause feel less stressed, have a better outlook on menopause, and be more mindful. About 140 women aged 45 to 55 will be randomly assigned to color mandalas or not. The goal is to see if this simple, r…

This study compares two ways to manage pain after open inguinal hernia repair: an ultrasound-guided nerve block (TFPB) versus surgical wound infiltration with local anesthetic. About 104 adults will be randomly assigned to one method. The goal is to see which reduces opioid use a…

This study tests whether giving magnesium during back surgery can reduce the confusion and agitation some patients feel when waking up. 70 adults having a single-level lumbar microdiscectomy will receive either magnesium or a placebo. Researchers will monitor agitation, pain, and…

This study tests whether two types of breathing exercises—pranayama and pursed-lip breathing—can reduce pain, anxiety, and improve vital signs in women after breast surgery. 126 participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: pranayama, pursed-lip breathing, or sta…

This study compares a needle-free injection system to a traditional dental syringe for numbing children's teeth before extraction. About 60 healthy kids aged 6 to 12 will be randomly assigned to one method. Researchers will measure their anxiety, pain, and vital signs to see if t…

This study tests whether an 8-week online mindfulness program can improve hope, emotional coping, quality of life, and psychological well-being in women with gynecological cancer. About 96 women currently receiving treatment will be randomly assigned to either the mindfulness pro…

This study tests whether adding mindfulness practices—like breathing exercises and guided meditation—to standard childbirth education can reduce fear of birth, lower stress, and boost confidence in first-time pregnant women. Eighty pregnant women between 28 and 38 weeks will be r…

This study looks at whether giving ibuprofen during and right after lung surgery can help keep the brain well-oxygenated and lower the risk of confusion or memory problems afterward. About 54 adults having a type of keyhole lung surgery will be split into two groups: one gets ibu…

This study tests whether a program of Kegel and Tai Chi exercises can improve quality of life, self-confidence, and bladder control in postmenopausal women with urinary incontinence. 117 women will be split into two groups: one exercising 3 days a week and the other 6 days a week…

This study will observe how intravenous (IV) fluids are given to adult patients in intensive care units (ICUs) across Turkey. Researchers will record the types and amounts of fluids used over 24 hours without changing any treatments. The goal is to describe current practices and …

This study looks at whether a test that combines walking with a mental task (like naming animals) can help predict fall risk in older adults living in nursing homes. Researchers will measure how much performance drops when doing two things at once and see if that drop can identif…

This study looks at whether a measurement called Body Roundness Index (BRI), which uses waist size and height, can predict death in adult intensive care unit (ICU) patients. Researchers will measure BRI in 550 adults when they enter the ICU and track their outcomes, including dea…

This study will follow 400 men undergoing HoLEP surgery for an enlarged prostate to see if the percentage of tissue removed (enucleation ratio) predicts how much their symptoms improve after 3 months. Researchers aim to find the minimum ratio needed for meaningful relief, measure…

This study looks at whether a deep dental cleaning (called non-surgical periodontal therapy) can change levels of a substance called asprosin in the blood of people who have both stable angina and gum disease. Asprosin is a protein that may play a role in heart health and inflamm…

This study will look at 320 men having HoLEP surgery for an enlarged prostate to see if the type of anesthesia (general vs. spinal) affects bleeding and recovery. Researchers will measure changes in hemoglobin levels, time to discharge, and symptom scores three months after surge…

This study compares how well an artificial intelligence (AI) model and dentists with different experience levels can determine a person's gum type (thin or thick). Researchers will take photos of the front teeth of 40 healthy adults and have both AI and human examiners classify t…

This study surveys 600 health sciences students (excluding audiology majors) to see what they know and think about hearing loss and hearing aids. Participants fill out a 29-item questionnaire. The goal is to find gaps in knowledge so that education can be improved.

This study will check if three substances in the blood (GFAP, NfL, and VEGF) are linked to how quickly disability gets worse in people with progressive multiple sclerosis. Researchers will measure these markers and compare them to standard tests of disability and thinking. The go…

This study looks at how well stroke patients can move and how that affects the anxiety, depression, and burden of their caregivers. Researchers will assess 64 stroke patients and their family caregivers using mobility tests and mental health questionnaires. The goal is to underst…

This observational study will examine how posture habits and body awareness relate to physical function in 80 women aged 18-65 across different BMI categories (normal weight to obesity). Participants will fill out questionnaires and perform simple movement tests. The goal is to u…

This study looks at whether a special training program can help nurses lower the environmental impact of care given after childbirth. Researchers will measure the carbon footprint of routine postpartum procedures and then train 24 nurses to be more eco-friendly. The goal is to se…

This study aims to find out what factors help predict a successful outcome after a type of prostate surgery called HoLEP, which treats an enlarged prostate. Researchers will follow 604 men aged 40 and older who are scheduled for HoLEP. They will measure success based on symptom r…

This study looks at whether chewing function is linked to cognitive skills, disease severity, and nutrition in people with multiple sclerosis. Researchers will assess 86 adults with MS using tests for disability, thinking, swallowing, chewing, and nutrition. The goal is to unders…

This study looks at whether standard gum treatment can improve heart health in people with stable angina. Researchers will measure certain blood markers before and after a routine dental cleaning. The study involves 60 adults, some with heart disease and some without. It aims to …

This study looks at how feeling supported by family and friends affects life satisfaction and social activities in adults who have had a stroke. Researchers will compare stroke survivors to healthy adults using surveys. The goal is to understand the role of social support, not to…

This study looks at how doing other things at the same time—like listening, watching, or moving—affects chewing in people with multiple sclerosis. Researchers will compare 48 adults with MS to healthy volunteers. The goal is to understand chewing problems better, not to test a tr…

This study tests whether a structured simulation training program helps surgical residents improve their laparoscopic and thoracoscopic skills. Nineteen residents will practice on box trainers and animal tissues in a lab, with their skills measured before and after training. No p…

This study tests whether a 4-week breathing muscle training program can improve lung function, balance, and core strength in 30 elite female freestyle wrestlers aged 16-22. Half will do progressive training with a device, the other half a low-resistance placebo. Researchers will …