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This study tested a new, custom-designed omega-shaped bone plate made with 3D printing against standard titanium plates for fixing broken jaws in the chin area. Twelve adults were randomly assigned to receive either the custom plate or the standard plates. Researchers checked hea…

This study looked at whether adding atorvastatin, a common cholesterol medicine, to standard ulcerative colitis treatment can improve quality of life. 54 adults with mild to moderate ulcerative colitis took part. The goal was to see if the drug's anti-inflammatory effects could h…

This study tested a new, less invasive way to widen a narrow lower jaw bone using a special 'sticky bone' graft made from cow bone. Ten patients with thin jawbones received the graft through a small tunnel under the gum. The study checked healing, pain, bone width changes on CT s…

This study looked at whether giving a medicine called dexmedetomidine during a procedure to fix a brain aneurysm can lower the chance of blood vessels tightening dangerously afterward. The trial involved 90 adults with a type of brain bleed. Researchers measured how much the arte…

This study looked at whether giving inhaled tranexamic acid can help stop lung bleeding in children in the intensive care unit. The trial included 100 children aged 1 month to 18 years with lung bleeding. Researchers tracked if the bleeding stopped within 48 hours, any side effec…

This study tested whether stopping a common blood pressure medicine (Ramipril) before a heart artery scan reduces the risk of kidney damage from the dye used. 44 adults were randomly assigned to either stop the medicine 2 days before the scan or keep taking it. Researchers measur…

This study tested a mixture of the patient's own bone, artificial bone material, antibiotic, and fresh blood to help heal leg fractures that had not joined properly. 25 adults with broken thigh or shin bones that were fixed but not healing received this graft. The goal was to see…

This study looked at 60 men with intermediate- or high-risk prostate cancer to compare two radiation therapy approaches: a shorter course (hypofractionated) versus the standard longer course. All men also received hormone therapy. The goal was to see which method better controls …

This study looked at 20 people with a specific type of intermittent outward eye turn that gets worse when looking up. Surgeons tested two different operations to correct the problem. Both methods aimed to reduce the eye misalignment to a small, acceptable amount, and the study tr…

This study tested a new way to repair a type of cleft palate called unilateral alveolar cleft. Ten patients over age 12 received a "sticky bone" graft combined with a special membrane to help the bone heal. The researchers checked for inflammation, nasal regurgitation, fistula re…

This study tested a single-stage surgery called tubularized incised plate urethroplasty for children who needed a second hypospadias repair. Fifteen children with a suitable urethral plate took part. The goal was to see how successful the surgery was and to track complications li…

This study looked at whether ketotifen, a medicine usually used for allergies, is safe and helpful for people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) who do not have cirrhosis. The trial included 60 adults diagnosed with NAFLD. Researchers measured improvements in liver sc…

This study tested whether using a patient's own tooth as a bone graft works better than using donated bone for dental implants in the front teeth. Twenty-four adults with a damaged front tooth that needed removal took part. The main goal was to see which graft kept more bone arou…

This study looked at 100 adults with type 1 diabetes who had diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), a serious condition where blood sugar gets dangerously high. Researchers compared two ways of giving insulin: one group got a combination of long-acting (basal) insulin plus a continuous IV …

This study tested a new technique using custom-made bone blocks (from donated bone) to rebuild the upper front jaw and place dental implants at the same time. Twenty adults with bone loss from failed implants were treated and followed for 18 months. The goal was to see if this ap…

This study looked at whether probiotics (good bacteria) can help people with ulcerative colitis stay in remission. Researchers followed 70 adults in Egypt for one year, checking their disease activity, body weight, and gut bacteria. The goal was to see if changing the gut microbi…

This study looked at whether adding a sedative called dexmedetomidine during knee replacement surgery could help prevent kidney damage caused by the anesthetic sevoflurane. Researchers measured kidney function in 90 patients before and after surgery. The goal was to see if dexmed…

This study tested whether custom-made titanium plates, designed using 3D computer modeling, improve surgery for a broken jaw (mandibular angle fracture). Ten adults received the personalized plates, and researchers measured how well the bone healed, pain, swelling, and mouth open…

This study looked at 112 adults who had a severe heart attack and multiple blocked arteries. It compared fixing all blockages in one procedure versus doing them in separate sessions. The goal was to see if the one-time approach could shorten hospital stays and lower costs without…

This study tested whether custom-made titanium plates, designed using virtual surgery planning, work better than standard 3D lambda plates for fixing broken jaw joints. Twenty-four adults with this type of fracture were treated and compared for surgery time, pain, and jaw functio…

This study looked at whether injecting the antifungal drug fluconazole directly into the cornea is safe and works for treating fungal keratitis, a serious eye infection. Forty people with lab-confirmed fungal keratitis that was sensitive to fluconazole took part. The main goal wa…

This study tested a new surgical method to repair a common complication after cleft palate surgery: a hole (fistula) in the roof of the mouth. 36 patients were split into two groups: one received standard two-layer closure, the other had an extra layer of fat graft placed between…

This study looked at whether taking vitamin D supplements can improve tumor response and reduce inflammation in people with stage II or III colorectal cancer who are receiving chemotherapy. The researchers measured two markers in the blood: one for cell death (BAX protein) and on…

This study looked at 20 adults with a broken front jawbone to see if using a single locking metal plate works as well as the standard two non-locking plates. The researchers checked healing, pain, swelling, numbness, chewing ability, and bone stability. The goal was to find out i…

This study tested whether L-Arginine, a natural amino acid, can safely help children with sickle cell disease who have increased blood flow speed in their heart (a sign of possible lung pressure issues). Fifty children aged 5-18 took part. Researchers measured changes in heart bl…

This study tested whether metformin, a drug used for diabetes, can help people with Parkinson's disease. 60 adults with Parkinson's who were already taking levodopa took part. The goal was to see if metformin could improve movement and daily function, and to check changes in bloo…

This study tested whether artificial intelligence (AI) can more accurately diagnose liver scarring (fibrosis) in people with metabolic-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD). Researchers compared AI models using FibroScan and clinical data to traditional scoring methods like FIB-…

This study tested two antibiotics given before kidney stone surgery to see which one better prevents infections and sepsis. 210 adults took part. One group received a single dose of fosfomycin trometamol, and the other took levofloxacin for five days. The goal was to find the mos…

This study tested whether pentoxifylline, a drug used for blood flow issues, could prevent kidney damage caused by contrast dye in 70 ICU patients with chronic kidney disease. Participants received the drug before procedures like cardiac catheterization. Researchers tracked how m…

This study tested whether giving different doses of magnesium can prevent kidney damage caused by the chemotherapy drug cisplatin. 100 people with head and neck cancer received either 1, 2, or 3 grams of magnesium alongside their treatment. Researchers measured kidney injury mark…

This study tested a liquid solution containing taurolidine to prevent infections from central venous catheters in intensive care unit patients. 120 adults who needed a catheter took part. The solution was used to fill and lock the catheter when not in use, and the study measured …

This study tested whether taking N-Acetyl cysteine (NAC) by mouth is as good as or better than a standard rectal anti-inflammatory drug (diclofenac) for preventing pancreatitis after an ERCP, a procedure to examine the bile ducts. 46 adults at risk were enrolled. The main goal wa…

This study tested two different sedation combinations to see which works best for removing a Double-J ureteral stent, a common urology procedure. Sixty adults received either propofol alone or propofol plus dexmedetomidine or midazolam. The goal was to find the safest and most ef…

This study tested whether a special nerve block (called recto-intercostal fascial plane block) can reduce pain after epigastric hernia repair. Forty adults having hernia surgery received either the nerve block or standard care. Researchers measured how long it took for patients t…

This study tested whether adding ketamine to a standard nerve block (external oblique intercostal plane block) can improve pain control after open chest surgery (thoracotomy). Fifty adults scheduled for thoracotomy took part. Researchers measured how long it took before patients …

This study tested whether a higher dose of Botox (50 units) works better than a lower dose (20 units) for treating chronic anal fissures. Seventy adults with persistent symptoms received injections, and researchers tracked pain, healing, and side effects for a year. The goal was …

This study tested two pain-relief methods after breast removal surgery: a nerve block (erector spinae plane block) versus numbing medicine injected into the wound. 37 adults participated. The main goal was to see how much morphine patients needed in the first day after surgery. R…

This study tested a special nerve block (EXORA) to see if it reduces pain and the need for morphine after umbilical hernia repair. Fifty adults having hernia surgery received either the block or standard care. The main goal was to measure total morphine use and how quickly patien…

This study looked at whether warming up a special tooth-colored filling material before placing it in cavities helps the filling last longer and reduces tooth sensitivity. 70 adults with cavities in their back teeth received two fillings each—one with preheated material and one w…

This study compared two surgical methods—septal advancement flap and columellar strut—to preserve and reshape the nasal tip in 30 people undergoing rhinoplasty. Participants had a droopy nasal tip, and the study measured patient satisfaction and changes in tip projection and rota…

This study tested a pain management plan for people having brain surgery. The plan included a scalp block and a sedative infusion to reduce headaches after surgery. 139 adults took part. The goal was to see if this approach lowers headache severity, cuts opioid use, and improves …

This study tested two different ultrasound-guided nerve blocks to manage pain after hip surgery in 60 children aged 1 to 6 years. The goal was to see which method better reduces the need for morphine and improves pain scores. Both blocks aim to provide safer, more effective pain …

This study tested two different pain relief methods in 40 adults having scoliosis surgery. One group received a nerve block called MTP, and the other got morphine injected into the spine. The goal was to see which method controls pain better after surgery. Researchers measured pa…

This study tested three different nerve blocks to control pain after video-assisted chest surgery. Sixty adults were randomly assigned to receive one of the blocks. Researchers measured how long it took for patients to need extra pain medicine and how much they used. The goal was…

This study tested three types of dental filling materials (preheated, sonic-activated, and flowable) in 36 people with cavities near the gum line. Over 12 months, dentists checked how well the fillings stayed sealed to the tooth. The goal was to find which material works best for…

This study tested whether a nerve block (supraclavicular brachial plexus block) could reduce the need for strong painkillers (opioids) in children aged 6–18 undergoing surgery to create an arteriovenous fistula for dialysis. Fifty children participated, and the main goal was to m…

This study looked at whether giving children magnesium by mouth before tonsil surgery could reduce confusion and agitation when they wake up from anesthesia. 120 children aged 4 to 7 took part. Half received magnesium and half received a placebo. The researchers measured agitatio…

This study tested if giving children a special drink called lactium before surgery could reduce confusion and agitation when they wake up from anesthesia. 135 children aged 4-7 having their tonsils removed took part. Half got the lactium drink and half got a placebo, and research…

This study tested two different ultrasound-guided nerve blocks to control pain after open kidney surgery. 70 adults were randomly assigned to receive either a subtransverse interligamentary block or a thoracic paravertebral block. The goal was to see which method reduces the need…

This study tested three different ultrasound-guided nerve blocks to control pain after hip surgery in 75 adults. The goal was to see which method reduced the need for morphine and lowered pain scores. Results help doctors choose the best option for post-surgery comfort.

This study tested two methods for numbing a nerve cluster (sphenopalatine ganglion) during sinus surgery to reduce bleeding and improve the surgeon's view. 60 adults having sinus surgery under general anesthesia received either an ultrasound-guided or a Brainlab navigation-guided…

This study tested whether breathing in a mist of dexmedetomidine before surgery could prevent dangerous spikes in heart rate and blood pressure during intubation and the start of laparoscopic bariatric surgery. 90 obese adults (BMI 30-45) took part. The goal was to see if this si…

This study tested three ways to manage pain during lumbar spine surgery: two types of nerve blocks and local anesthetic injections. 75 adults having elective spine fixation took part. The goal was to see which method reduced the need for morphine after surgery. Results help docto…

This study looked at whether giving a carbohydrate-rich drink before abdominal surgery is safe and helpful for people with type 2 diabetes. Traditionally, patients fast before surgery, which can stress the body and slow recovery. The study involved 120 adults and measured stomach…

This study tested two treatments for headaches that can happen after a spinal tap. One uses a special injection of the patient's own blood components (plasma-rich fibrin), and the other uses a standard blood patch. 60 adults took part to see which works better and how quickly the…

This study tested whether pentoxifylline, a drug used for blood flow issues, can protect the kidneys from damage caused by cisplatin chemotherapy in people with head and neck cancer. 90 patients receiving their first cisplatin treatment took part. The goal was to see if pentoxify…

This study tested two types of nerve blocks (retrolaminar and erector spinae plane) to manage pain without opioids after lumbar disc surgery. 90 adults undergoing back surgery received one of the two blocks. The goal was to see which block delays the need for pain medicine and sp…

This study tested three different nerve blocks to control pain after a type of chest surgery called thoracoscopic sympathectomy. Sixty adults were randomly assigned to receive one of the blocks. Researchers measured how long it took for patients to need extra pain medicine and ho…

This study looked at whether giving a numbing injection around both eyes is safe and works well for cataract surgery. 50 adults having cataract surgery received the injection, and researchers measured pain during the procedure and how satisfied patients were. The goal was to see …

This study looked at 60 children aged 3-8 years who needed a procedure to close a hole in their heart. Researchers compared standard general anesthesia to a lighter sedation using two medicines (dexmedetomidine and ketamine) plus numbing at the catheter insertion site. They measu…

This study looked at 40 adults who had open kidney surgery to see which pain-blocking injection works better. One group got an external oblique intercostal plane (EOIP) block, and the other got a transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block. Researchers measured how much extra pain me…

This study tested whether giving vitamin C around the time of breast cancer surgery could lower pain right after surgery and months later. 204 women having a mastectomy or lumpectomy took part. Researchers measured pain levels in the first two days and at 3 and 6 months after sur…

This study looked at whether fenofibrate, a drug usually used for high cholesterol, can help people with mild-to-moderate ulcerative colitis. Researchers measured changes in disease activity and quality of life, as well as levels of inflammation markers in the blood. The trial in…

This study compared two treatments—electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) and intravenous ketamine—in 70 adults whose depression did not improve with standard medications. Over three weeks, researchers measured changes in mood and thinking skills to see which treatment worked better and…

This study tested three different nerve blocks to see which provides the best pain relief after total knee replacement surgery. Sixty adults received one of the blocks during surgery. The main goal was to see how long it took before they needed extra pain medicine (morphine). The…

This study tested three different liquid sedatives (dexmedetomidine, ketamine, and midazolam) to see which one works best for calming children aged 3 to 7 before inguinal hernia surgery. Sixty children took part, and researchers measured how sleepy they became and their pain afte…

This study tested two different nerve blocks to control pain after breast surgery. One hundred adults were randomly assigned to receive either a serratus posterior superior intercostal plane (SPSIP) block or a pectoral nerve (PECS II) block. The main goal was to see which block r…

This study tested two different nerve block techniques to see which provides better pain relief after shoulder arthroscopy. Fifty adults having shoulder surgery received either a serratus posterior superior intercostal plane block or a combination of suprascapular and axillary ne…

This study tested two different ultrasound-guided pain blocks in 40 children undergoing open kidney surgery. The goal was to see which block delays the need for extra morphine and reduces overall pain. Results help doctors choose the best technique for safer, more comfortable rec…

This study tested three different sedative drugs given as a mist to children aged 3-7 before tonsil surgery. The goal was to see which one helps kids feel calm and separate easily from parents. 60 children took part, and researchers measured sedation levels and anxiety.

This study tested two ways to control pain in 50 children (ages 1-7) after hernia surgery. One method used an ultrasound-guided injection near the belly muscles, the other a shot near the tailbone. Researchers measured how long until kids needed extra pain medicine and how much t…

This study tested three different pain-relief methods in 75 children aged 2 to 7 having hernia surgery. The goal was to see which approach—an ultrasound-guided back muscle block, a caudal (tailbone) block, or simple local numbing—provides the best pain control after surgery. Rese…

This study compared two types of nerve blocks (EXORA and QLB) to see which provides better pain relief after laparoscopic gallbladder removal. 80 adults undergoing surgery received one of the two blocks. Researchers measured how long until patients needed extra pain medicine and …

This study tested whether N-Acetylcysteine, a common supplement, could protect colorectal cancer patients from nerve damage caused by the chemotherapy drug oxaliplatin. 46 adults with stage II or III colorectal cancer took part. Researchers measured neuropathy symptoms and inflam…

This study tested a new way to treat severe headaches that can happen after a spinal tap or epidural. Doctors used a special injection made from the patient's own blood (plasma-rich fibrin) delivered through a thin tube near the spine. The goal was to see if this treatment could …

This study tested a special nerve block (erector spinae plane block) to reduce the need for strong painkillers after spine surgery in 30 children with spastic cerebral palsy. The goal was to see if the block could control pain effectively while lowering morphine use. Results are …

This study tested two ultrasound-guided nerve blocks—edge of laminar block (ELB) and erector spinae plane block (ESPB)—for pain after video-assisted chest surgery. 70 adults were randomly assigned to one block. The goal was to see which block reduces the need for morphine and del…

This study tested whether dexmedetomidine, a drug that calms agitation, can help COPD patients with psychosis who are already using a non-invasive breathing mask. The goal was to see if it could prevent them from needing a breathing tube. The study included 70 adults aged 18-60 w…

This study tested two methods to control pain after a total abdominal hysterectomy: an ultrasound-guided nerve block (TFP block) and morphine given via spinal injection. Sixty women participated, and researchers measured how long until they needed extra pain medicine and how much…

This study looked at 100 people with myasthenia gravis who had their thymus gland removed. Researchers compared those with a thymus tumor to those without, to find what factors helped them get better. The goal was to learn which patients are most likely to achieve remission after…

This study looked at how dexmedetomidine, a sedative, affects how fast the stomach empties in 80 adults having gallbladder surgery. Researchers used ultrasound to measure stomach volume before and after surgery. The goal was to better understand how this drug might impact safety …

This study tested whether using a digital 3D model to make a denture for the lower jaw works better than the usual plaster method. Seven adults with missing back teeth on both sides took part. Researchers checked how well the denture fit and how healthy the gum tissue underneath …

This study looked at two ways to place dental implants in the lower jaw: one with a small cut (flap) and one without (flapless). Twenty adults with missing back teeth took part. Researchers measured bone loss around the implant right away and checked how well the implant bonded w…

This study looked at 100 children with beta-thalassemia major and iron overload to see which tests best detect liver scarring. Researchers compared blood markers (ferritin, hepcidin) and non-invasive scores (APRI, FIB-4) against a special ultrasound (FibroScan). The goal was to f…

This study looked at whether Helicobacter pylori, a common stomach infection, is linked to unhealthy blood fat levels that can increase heart disease risk. Researchers measured a special heart risk score called the Atherogenic Index of Plasma (AIP) in 300 adults. The goal was to …

This study looked at 80 adults with septic shock to see if a simple finger sensor (peripheral perfusion index) can accurately predict tissue health when different doses of the drug norepinephrine are used. The goal was to find out if the sensor's readings remain reliable regardle…

This study tested whether a breathing test can help doctors predict which patients need more fluids after heart surgery. 90 adults on ventilators were included. The goal was to avoid giving too much fluid, which can cause complications.

This study measured how often fatty liver and fatty pancreas occur in 217 adults with chronic hepatitis B, comparing those who were obese versus lean. Researchers used a special ultrasound-like test to check for fatty liver and a regular ultrasound for fatty pancreas. The goal wa…

This study analyzed data from 1,776 adult ICU patients to see if the ratio of oxygen to carbon dioxide in the blood (PaO2/PaCO2) is linked to death in the ICU, independent of other factors like oxygen levels and blood pressure. Researchers used the MIMIC-II database to examine th…

This study looked at whether the pain medicine gabapentin harms kidney function after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (weight-loss surgery) in people with severe obesity. 90 patients with normal kidneys were enrolled. Researchers measured kidney markers in blood and urine before …

This study looked at two different methods for making custom metal plates used to fix broken jawbones. Sixteen patients with fractures in the front part of the lower jaw were treated with plates made either by 3D printing (additive) or by milling from a solid block (subtractive).…

This study surveyed 640 doctors to see how well they recognize certain ECG patterns that indicate a heart attack. The goal was to understand which patterns doctors spot easily and which ones might lead to mistakes. The findings could help improve training and reduce false alarms …

This study tested different two-layer tooth-colored filling techniques in 40 people with cavities. Over 18 months, dentists checked the fillings for shine, staining, cracks, and other issues. The goal was to see which method works best for long-lasting repairs.

This study looked at different methods for placing tooth-colored fillings in back teeth. Fifty adults with cavities in their molars received fillings using various techniques. Researchers checked the fillings over two years to see how well they held up, focusing on how the fillin…

This study looked at 60 people aged 16-22 who needed braces and had a premolar removed. Researchers compared two methods to speed up moving a canine tooth: injecting platelet-rich plasma (PRP) or a minor surgical procedure called decortication. They used 3D scans to measure bone …

This study surveyed 214 Egyptian doctors to see how well they follow official guidelines for preventing rabies after an animal bite. The researchers used 10 case scenarios to score each doctor's knowledge. The goal is to find where doctors may need more training, which could redu…

This study looked at how well a custom 3D-printed surgical guide helps place zygomatic implants in people with severe upper jaw bone loss. Ten patients received implants using the guide, and doctors compared the planned versus actual implant positions using CT scans. The goal was…