Universidade Federal Do Rio De Janeiro

This study tests whether a fractional CO2 laser can reduce inflammation and symptoms like itching and pain in vulvar lichen sclerosus, a chronic skin condition. Forty women who have not been treated before will receive either standard clobetasol ointment or three laser sessions. …

This study follows 186 adults in the ICU to see if a physical function test called CPAx can predict serious outcomes like death or how long a patient needs a breathing machine. Researchers will measure function at ICU admission and discharge. The goal is to find a simple way to i…