University Tunis El Manar
Clinical trials sponsored by University Tunis El Manar, explained in plain language.
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Nerve block or IV drip: which better prevents chronic pain after mastectomy?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two methods to prevent long-term pain after mastectomy: a nerve block (erector spinae plane block) and an intravenous lidocaine drip. 80 women who had breast removal surgery were split into two groups and followed for 6 months. The goal was to see which approach…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Tunis El Manar • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 06:21 UTC
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Herbal remedy tested for lupus fatigue in small trial
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether an herbal supplement could reduce fatigue in people with lupus. Fifty-nine adults with lupus and significant fatigue took either the supplement or a placebo for 8 weeks. Researchers measured changes in fatigue and disease activity using standard question…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Tunis El Manar • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Nerve block or ketamine: which stops Post-Surgery pain better?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at two methods to prevent chronic pain after thyroid removal: a nerve block (superficial cervical plexus block) and the drug ketamine. 69 adults having thyroid surgery were randomly assigned to one of the two treatments. The main goal was to see which approach b…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University Tunis El Manar • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:53 UTC
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High blood pressure forces surgery cancellations
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 120 people with high blood pressure who were scheduled for minor abdominal surgery. Researchers checked their blood pressure on the day of surgery and noted how often it was so high that the surgery had to be postponed. The goal was to understand how often th…
Sponsor: University Tunis El Manar • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Preeclampsia may weaken the Heart's relaxation, study finds
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study compared heart function in 40 pregnant women with preeclampsia and 40 healthy pregnant women. Researchers used ultrasound to check how well the heart relaxes between beats. They found that preeclampsia may cause diastolic dysfunction, meaning the heart doesn't relax pr…
Sponsor: University Tunis El Manar • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:02 UTC