University Of Monastir
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Monastir, explained in plain language.
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Olive leaf extract put to the test against high blood pressure
Disease control CompletedThis trial investigates whether a daily dose of olive leaf extract (atherolive) can help control blood pressure and improve cholesterol levels in adults with hypertension. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either the extract or a placebo for three months. The study ai…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Monastir • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ultrasound of the lungs may unmask hidden heart failure in COPD patients
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tests whether a simple lung ultrasound can accurately detect heart failure in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who come to the emergency room with shortness of breath. Heart failure is a common but often missed cause of worsening COPD symptoms. …
Sponsor: University of Monastir • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Nasal spray vs injection: which ketamine route eases trauma pain faster?
Symptom relief CompletedThis trial tests whether ketamine given as a nasal spray works as well as ketamine injected under the skin for treating acute pain from limb injuries in the emergency department. About 1,000 adults with moderate to severe pain will be randomly assigned to one of the two methods. …
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Monastir • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Breathe easy, grind less: simple breathing exercises may ease nighttime teeth clenching
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a 4-week program of diaphragmatic breathing exercises before bed can reduce sleep bruxism (teeth grinding) in 100 adults. Participants learned deep breathing techniques and practiced them nightly, while a control group listened to neutral music. The goal…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Monastir • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Emergency wound study aims to predict which stitches will fail
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study follows 3,000 people who received stitches for traumatic wounds in an emergency department. Researchers track how the wounds heal and look for factors that lead to complications like infection or stitches coming apart. The goal is to identify what makes some wounds hea…
Sponsor: University of Monastir • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple score prevent unnecessary hospital stays for chest pain?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tests whether a tool called the HEART score can accurately predict the risk of serious heart problems in people who come to the emergency room with chest pain. The HEART score uses medical history, EKG results, age, risk factors, and a blood test to classify patients a…
Sponsor: University of Monastir • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Why does kidney stone pain come back? new study tracks 878 patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 878 adults who came to the emergency room with kidney stone pain. Researchers called them a week later to see if the pain had returned. The goal was to find clues that predict early recurrence, which happens in up to 30% of patients. Understanding these factor…
Sponsor: University of Monastir • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Ramadan Fasting's effect on blood pressure revealed in new study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study examined how Ramadan fasting changes blood pressure in 150 healthy adults and people with stable hypertension. Participants had their blood pressure monitored around the clock during the fasting period. The goal was to see if fasting affects blood pressure variability,…
Sponsor: University of Monastir • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC