University Of Health Sciences Lahore
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Health Sciences Lahore, explained in plain language.
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Could a simple mineral save newborn brains after birth asphyxia?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether giving magnesium sulfate to full-term or near-term newborns with moderate to severe birth asphyxia could protect their brains and reduce death or disability. Researchers compared standard care to magnesium treatment in 178 infants in Pakistan. The goal w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Health Sciences Lahore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:53 UTC
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Gut bacteria may shield preemies from deadly disease
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether giving probiotics (good bacteria) to premature babies could help them digest food better and lower their risk of a serious gut infection called necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC). One hundred premature infants with low birth weight took part. Half receiv…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Health Sciences Lahore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Skin-to-Skin care may boost survival in tiny newborns
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether starting kangaroo mother care (skin-to-skin contact and breastfeeding support) within the first 24 hours of life improves outcomes for healthy preterm babies weighing under 2000 grams. 100 infants were randomly assigned to early kangaroo care or standard…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Health Sciences Lahore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 13, 2026 15:59 UTC
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Simple toothbrushing may cut deadly ICU pneumonia
Prevention CompletedThis study tested whether adding toothbrushing and oral gel to standard mouthwash can prevent ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) in ICU patients. 100 adults on breathing machines were randomly assigned to get either extra oral care or standard care alone. The goal was to see i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Health Sciences Lahore • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 17, 2026 09:39 UTC
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Steel vs cement: which rebuilds chest walls better after tumor surgery?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at 76 people who needed chest wall reconstruction after surgery for tumors, infections, or injuries. Researchers compared two methods: using steel wires (flexible) versus bone cement (rigid) to rebuild the chest. The goal was to see which approach led to less pa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Health Sciences Lahore • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 09:50 UTC
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Inhaled or IV? study tests faster way to stop lung bleeding
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at 172 people with mild to moderate coughing up blood (hemoptysis) to see if giving the drug tranexamic acid through a nebulizer (inhaled) works faster than through an IV. The main goal was to measure how quickly each method stops the bleeding. The results could…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Health Sciences Lahore • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 09:39 UTC
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New exercise combo eases back pain in young students
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether adding dynamic neuromuscular stabilization (DNS) exercises to standard core strengthening exercises helps young adults with non-specific low back pain more than core exercises alone. 56 students aged 18-25 took part. The goal was to see if the combine…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Health Sciences Lahore • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 09:36 UTC
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Leg exercises boost circulation in diabetes patients, study finds
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether Buerger-Allen exercises, a series of leg movements, can improve blood flow in people with type 2 diabetes. 74 adults aged 35-65 who had used insulin for at least 5 years took part. One group did the exercises plus routine care, while the other received r…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Health Sciences Lahore • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:37 UTC
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Surgery for tough lung infections: new study reveals key germ trends
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 350 patients who had surgery (decortication) to remove pus and debris from severe lung infections (empyema), including those caused by drug-resistant tuberculosis. The goal was to understand which germs were causing the infections and how that affected recove…
Sponsor: University of Health Sciences Lahore • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 09:36 UTC