Pak Emirates Military Hospital

This study compares the standard antifungal drug itraconazole alone versus itraconazole combined with isotretinoin (an acne medication) in adults with tinea corporis or cruris (ringworm of the body or groin). The goal is to see if the combination shortens treatment time and impro…

This study compares two oral medications, methotrexate and tofacitinib, for treating chronic plaque psoriasis. About 88 adults with moderate to severe psoriasis who haven't improved with topical treatments will be randomly assigned to one of the drugs and followed for six months.…

This study compares two methods of monitoring labour: the WHO Labour Care Guide and the standard partogram. Researchers will randomly assign 174 pregnant women to one of the two groups and track how many end up having a C-section. The goal is to see if the new guide helps lower C…

This study tests whether giving intravenous calcium right after the baby is delivered can reduce blood loss during cesarean sections. About 182 women having a planned or in-labor C-section will receive either calcium plus standard oxytocin or oxytocin alone. The goal is to see if…

This study compares a combination of two drugs (dexamethasone and metoclopramide) against standard painkillers (paracetamol or NSAIDs) for treating severe primary headaches in the emergency department. 94 adults aged 18-60 with a pain score of 5 or higher will be randomly assigne…

This study looks at whether getting a surgical wound wet within 48 hours after skin surgery is safe compared to waiting 7 days. About 82 adults having minor skin procedures will be randomly assigned to early or delayed water exposure. Doctors will check for infections using a sta…