South Egypt Cancer Institute
Clinical trials sponsored by South Egypt Cancer Institute, explained in plain language.
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PRP shots may ease nerve pain from chemo
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether injecting platelet-rich plasma (PRP) near nerves can reduce pain and nerve damage caused by chemotherapy. 62 cancer patients with persistent nerve pain received PRP injections guided by ultrasound. Researchers measured pain levels and nerve function to s…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: South Egypt Cancer Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New combo shot may cut morphine use after breast cancer surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether adding dexmedetomidine (a sedative) to a standard numbing medicine (bupivacaine) in a chest nerve block could improve pain control after breast cancer surgery. Sixty women received either the standard block or the block with added dexmedetomidine. The ma…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: South Egypt Cancer Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Can a simple ultrasound replace costly CT scans for COVID-19 in cancer patients?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 30 cancer patients with COVID-19 pneumonia to see if lung ultrasound could work as well as CT scans for diagnosis. Researchers compared the imaging results and checked if they matched the patients' symptoms and lab tests. The goal was to find a cheaper, easie…
Sponsor: South Egypt Cancer Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC