Shaikh Zayed Hospital, Lahore
Clinical trials sponsored by Shaikh Zayed Hospital, Lahore, explained in plain language.
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Wet or dry? study tests best way to patch an eardrum
Disease control CompletedThis study compared two ways of preparing a tissue graft (temporalis fascia) for repairing holes in the eardrum caused by chronic ear infections. 92 adults aged 18–60 received either a wet or dry graft during tympanoplasty surgery. Researchers checked hearing improvement and graf…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shaikh Zayed Hospital, Lahore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Drug combo may better tame high blood Pressure's heart damage
Disease control CompletedThis completed study tested whether combining valsartan and hydrochlorothiazide works better than valsartan alone for people with hypertensive heart disease. 118 adults aged 18-70 took part over 8 weeks. Researchers measured blood pressure, heart changes on ECG, and symptoms to s…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shaikh Zayed Hospital, Lahore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Eardrum repair showdown: which surgical technique wins for better hearing?
Disease control CompletedThis study compares two surgical techniques for repairing large eardrum holes caused by chronic ear infections. The interlay method places the graft between eardrum layers, while the underlay method places it beneath. Researchers measured hearing improvement in 60 adults to see w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shaikh Zayed Hospital, Lahore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:13 UTC
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Ankle breakthrough? study pits metal plate against minimally invasive wire for faster recovery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared two common surgeries for a type of ankle fracture involving both the inner and outer ankle bones. 200 adults aged 18-60 were randomly assigned to receive either a metal plate and screws or a less invasive wire and screw technique. The goal was to see which met…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shaikh Zayed Hospital, Lahore • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC