The University Of Texas Health Science Center, Houston

This study tested whether a combination pill (hydrochlorothiazide/lisinopril) controls blood pressure better than nifedipine alone in women with high blood pressure after childbirth. 70 postpartum women participated. The goal was to see which medication keeps blood pressure in a …

This study looked at whether pioglitazone, a diabetes medicine, combined with cognitive behavioral therapy can help people who recently stopped using cocaine stay drug-free. 61 adults with cocaine use disorder took part. The goal was to see if the drug improves brain health and r…

This study tested whether suvorexant, a drug used for sleep, could help reduce smoking cravings and stress in people who smoke. Fourteen non-treatment-seeking smokers took part in a double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Researchers measured cravings, stress, and smoking behavio…

This study compared a special tissue graft called ActiveMatrix to the usual steroid injection for treating frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis). Fifty-six adults with frozen shoulder took part. The goal was to see if the graft is safer and better at reducing pain and improving s…

This study looked at 260 stroke patients to see if being awake with sedation or fully asleep under general anesthesia leads to better recovery after a procedure to remove a clot. The goal was to find out which approach reduces disability three months later. Results help doctors c…

This study tested whether raising a patient's legs during the start of general anesthesia can prevent a sudden drop in blood pressure. Researchers compared 200 adults who either had their legs elevated or not. The goal was to see if this simple technique reduces the need for emer…

This study tested whether a natural fatty acid compound called palmitoylethanolamide (PEA) can help reduce depression in people with bipolar disorder. Thirty-four adults who were already taking a mood stabilizer took part. Researchers measured changes in depression scores and loo…

This study tested two different medical skin glues used to close small incisions from laparoscopic or robotic surgery. 180 adults having elective abdominal surgery were randomly assigned to receive either 2-Octylcyanoacrylate or n-butyl-2-cyanoacrylate glue. The main goal was to …

This study looked at how women felt after having their tubes tied (sterilization) using one of three different surgical methods. Researchers asked 255 women about their recovery, satisfaction, and body image after surgery. The goal was to find out which approach gives the best pa…