University Of Milan
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Milan, explained in plain language.
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Fiber fix for fat kids? new study targets gut bugs to fight obesity
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a special fiber supplement, combined with a healthy diet and lifestyle program, could improve gut bacteria and metabolic health in children with obesity. Thirty-six children aged 8 to 14 took part over 8 months. The goal was to see if this approach could…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Milan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:55 UTC
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Personalized exercise program may keep frail seniors independent longer
Prevention CompletedThis study tested a personalized training program to prevent disability in 80 frail adults over 65 who were not yet disabled. Participants were split into an experimental group receiving the tailored program and a control group receiving standard care. The goal was to slow declin…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Milan • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 17, 2026 05:36 UTC
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COPD patients breathe easier with bioarginine supplement?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a daily supplement called bioarginine can improve breathing and quality of life in people with COPD. 153 adults with moderate-to-severe COPD took either bioarginine or a placebo for 6 weeks, in addition to their usual inhaled medications. The researchers…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Milan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 05:31 UTC
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Gel eases pain after gum graft surgery, study finds
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a gel made from cross-linked hyaluronic acid on the healing of the roof of the mouth after a gum graft. Twenty people took part, with half receiving the gel and half receiving no treatment. The goal was to see if the gel could reduce pain, bleeding, and discomfo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Milan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 08, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Digital vs. traditional: which dental impression is more accurate?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested how accurate two digital dental scanners and a traditional putty mold are for making dental implants. Researchers compared 51 dental models from 42 patients who needed at least two implants. They found that all methods were accurate, with average errors less tha…
Sponsor: University of Milan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:54 UTC
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Real-World data on CPAP for COVID-19 respiratory failure
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 250 COVID-19 patients with severe breathing problems who were treated with a CPAP machine (a mask that pushes air into the lungs). Researchers collected information on how many patients survived, how many needed a breathing tube, and what happened over 6 mont…
Sponsor: University of Milan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Study reveals gaps in tracheostomy tube removal practices
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how doctors decide when to remove a tracheostomy tube (a breathing tube in the neck) from patients who no longer need it. Researchers reviewed the methods used at different hospitals and tested a scoring system to predict successful removal. The goal was to f…
Sponsor: University of Milan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 13, 2026 15:58 UTC