The University Of Texas Health Science Center At San Antonio

This study tested whether adding hydroxychloroquine (a drug used for malaria) to standard sorafenib treatment could better control advanced liver cancer. The idea was to block a process called autophagy that cancer cells use to survive. The trial enrolled 64 adults with liver can…

This study tested whether adding a substance made from a patient's own blood (L-PRF) to standard gum surgery improves healing and reduces pain. Twenty-one adults with gum disease took part. The researchers compared standard surgery alone to surgery with L-PRF, measuring pocket de…

This study looked at whether rapamycin, a drug used to prevent transplant rejection, can improve heart function in healthy adults aged 70-95. Researchers used MRI scans to measure changes in heart pumping and blood vessel flexibility after 8 weeks of treatment. The goal was to se…

This study tested a pre-surgery exercise program using blood-flow restriction training in 16 older adults waiting for total knee replacement. The goal was to see if it is safe, well-tolerated, and improves muscle strength and function before surgery. Results will help design larg…

This study tested whether a quick, two-week course of image-guided, robot-delivered transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) could reduce PTSD symptoms in 7 veterans and active-duty service members. Participants received daily TMS sessions targeting the right prefrontal cortex. Ea…

This early study tested whether adding esketamine (a nasal spray approved for depression) to prolonged exposure therapy could help ease PTSD symptoms. Four adults with PTSD took part. The goal was to see if the combination was safe, acceptable, and worth studying further.

This small study tested whether combining aerobic exercise with virtual reality can improve walking, balance, and thinking in people with Parkinson's disease. Ten participants completed the program, and researchers measured changes in movement, cognition, and brain activity. The …

This pilot study tested a special nutrition program for older adults (ages 65-89) recovering from hip fracture surgery. The goal was to see if better nutrition could reduce complications, hospital readmissions, and help patients regain strength. 40 participants received dietary g…

This study tested a specially adapted dental environment for 20 children with sensory processing disorders. The dental office used dim lights, noise-canceling headphones, and gentle tools to reduce anxiety. Researchers measured heart rate, blood pressure, and behavior to see if t…

This study tested a mobile app called JUN that uses artificial intelligence to track symptoms and give timely advice to pregnant women. Researchers wanted to see if using the app helps women feel more confident about managing their health, especially those under criminal justice …

This study looked at whether mixing a bone graft with dexamethasone (an anti-inflammatory drug) helps preserve jawbone better than mixing it with saline after a tooth is pulled. 44 adults who needed a tooth removed and planned to get a dental implant took part. Researchers measur…

This study investigated whether people hospitalized with severe COVID-19 are more likely to develop diabetes later on. Researchers followed 23 participants who had no diabetes before their infection, measuring their blood sugar levels over time. The goal was to understand how COV…

This study looked at how raising ketone levels in the blood affects heart function and sugar use in 41 adults with type 2 diabetes and mild-to-moderate heart failure. Researchers used MRI and PET scans to measure heart pumping and energy use. The goal was to understand the body's…

This study looked at whether people with HIV who regularly use cannabis can stop for 28 days and what happens to their mood, pain, sleep, and HIV levels. 25 participants were given money rewards for staying cannabis-free. The goal was to see if this break is possible and if it re…

This study tested two forms of donated bone graft material (fibers vs particles) in 26 people needing sinus lifts for dental implants. Researchers measured how much new bone formed six months after surgery. The goal was to see which graft type leads to stronger jawbone for implan…

This study gathered information and samples from 382 men with low-grade prostate cancer to create a tool that can better predict if the cancer is actually more aggressive than it appears. The goal is to help doctors and patients make more informed decisions about treatment. Parti…