Universidad De La Frontera
Clinical trials sponsored by Universidad De La Frontera, explained in plain language.
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How green is your surgery? study calculates carbon footprint of appendix removal
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how sustainable laparoscopic appendectomy is by measuring its environmental impact (carbon emissions), cost, and health benefits (years of healthy life saved). Researchers tracked 63 patients in Chile, analyzing everything used during surgery from start to di…
Sponsor: Universidad de La Frontera • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:54 UTC
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Ultrasound reveals hidden muscle changes after stroke
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 80 stroke survivors to describe how spastic (tight) muscles in the arms and legs appear on ultrasound. Researchers measured muscle stiffness using standard scales and compared the results to ultrasound images. The goal was to better understand muscle changes …
Sponsor: Universidad de La Frontera • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 06, 2026 16:13 UTC