Yuzuncu Yil University

This pilot trial is asking whether injecting magnesium sulfate into the jaw joint after a standard washout procedure (arthrocentesis) can reduce pain and improve jaw function better than the usual treatments. It compares magnesium sulfate against hyaluronic acid (a common injecti…

This trial tests whether a visual brochure combined with structured telephone counseling helps women manage postdural puncture headaches after cesarean delivery under spinal anesthesia. Participants receive either standard information and follow-up calls or the brochure-supported…

This study compares two ways of creating scleral tunnels during flanged intrascleral intraocular lens (IOL) fixation surgery, a procedure used when the eye's natural lens support is missing or damaged. Researchers are testing whether making the tunnel horizontally (parallel to th…

This study tests a newly designed device to hold arterial pressure monitoring lines in place after coronary artery bypass surgery. The goal is to see if it keeps readings more accurate and stable than standard tape, especially when patients move. Sixty adults undergoing bypass su…

This study looked at whether adding vaginal estradiol or oral guaifenesin to standard fertility treatment (clomiphene citrate) could improve pregnancy rates. 90 women with infertility were randomly assigned to one of three groups. The goal was to see if these add-ons helped with …

This study tested two types of nerve blocks (SAP and PECS II) to see if they could reduce pain after coronary artery bypass grafting. 243 adults received one of the blocks or standard care. Researchers measured pain scores, opioid use, and recovery times. The goal was to find a b…

This study tests two medications, dexmedetomidine and tramadol, given before hemorrhoid surgery to see which one better reduces anxiety and pain. Ninety adults will receive one of the drugs or a placebo before spinal anesthesia. Researchers will measure anxiety levels and pain sc…

This trial tests three mouthrinses—hypochlorous acid, hyaluronic acid, and chlorhexidine—to see which helps the palate heal best after a gum graft. Fifty-four adults having gum graft surgery will rinse with one of the three solutions for 14 days. Researchers will check wound heal…

This study is testing whether squeezing a stress ball during chemotherapy can help reduce nausea, anxiety, and fatigue in people with stomach cancer. About 52 adults will take part. Researchers will measure their symptoms during treatment to see if this simple, drug-free tool mak…

This study tests whether a single session of neck therapy (manipulation and mobilization) can increase blood flow to the retina and choroid in people with chronic neck pain. One hundred participants will receive either the therapy or a sham treatment, and their eye blood vessels …

This study looked at whether applying cyanoacrylate (a medical glue) or concentrated growth factor (a substance made from the patient's own blood) can improve healing and reduce pain at the gum graft donor site. Sixty healthy adults who had gum graft surgery were involved. The go…

This study tested whether wearing virtual reality glasses during a fine needle biopsy of the thyroid could lower stress and pain in people with hyperthyroidism. 52 patients took part. Researchers measured stress and pain levels using questionnaires and checked vital signs. The go…

This study compared a nerve block (interscalene brachial plexus block) to general anesthesia in 34 adults having open rotator cuff repair. The nerve block group reported fewer wound-related symptoms and used less pain medication after surgery. Researchers also measured changes in…

This study tested whether using bandages printed with cartoon characters helps children feel less fear, stress, and pain during burn dressing changes. 42 children aged 6-11 with second-degree burns were randomly assigned to get either cartoon or plain bandages. The goal was to se…

This study tested whether a parent-child mandala painting activity during chemotherapy could reduce fear and pain in children with cancer and ease the burden on their caregivers. 108 children aged 5-12 and their parents took part, with half doing six 30-minute painting sessions o…

This study tested a procedure called arthrocentesis, where the jaw joint is washed out with a salt solution, in 27 adults with long-term jaw pain. Researchers measured joint swelling and pain before the procedure and again at 3 and 6 months after. The goal was to see if the washo…

This study looked at 120 women having open surgery for uterine fibroids to see which method best reduces bleeding. Doctors compared using a tourniquet, clamping the uterine artery, or no compression at all. The goal is to find the safest way to control blood loss and improve reco…

This study tested a program that uses short stories and group discussions to help parents of children with special needs cope with stress and stigma. Ten parents took part, and researchers compared their stress and shame levels before and after the program. The goal is to see if …

This study tested whether a hypochlorous acid mouthwash could be a better alternative to the standard chlorhexidine mouthwash for reducing pain, swelling, and jaw stiffness after impacted wisdom tooth removal. 42 healthy adults with similar wisdom teeth on both sides of their mou…

This study tested three different nerve blocks (TAP, ESP, and PVB) to control pain in 60 people having gallbladder surgery. Each block used the same numbing medicine, bupivacaine. Researchers measured pain scores, need for extra painkillers, and side effects. The goal was to see …

This study tested whether two types of nerve blocks (SAP and PECS) can reduce pain and shorten the time patients need a breathing tube after heart bypass surgery. 243 adults undergoing open heart surgery received either a nerve block or standard pain medication. Researchers measu…

This study looked at whether manual therapy (hands-on treatment) and structured exercises could improve balance and walking ability in adults with hemophilia. Thirty-five adults with moderate or severe hemophilia took part. Half received 12 physiotherapy sessions over 6 weeks, wh…

This study tested whether baby SPA (hydrotherapy) and massage can reduce colic symptoms in infants. 72 babies aged 40 days to 4 months with diagnosed colic were enrolled. The intervention involved weekly SPA and massage sessions for four weeks, with symptoms tracked using a colic…

This study looked at giving a small, non-sleeping dose of propofol just before waking patients up from nose surgery (rhinoplasty). The goal was to see if it could reduce the confusion and restlessness some people feel as they come out of anesthesia. 80 adults took part, and resea…

This study tested whether a simple palming technique—covering the eyes with the palms—can reduce anxiety and steady heart rate in 80 patients before thyroid surgery. Half the patients used the technique for 15 minutes in the waiting room, while the other half received no special …

This study tested whether a nursing approach based on Kolcaba's comfort theory can improve comfort and reduce pain in adults recovering from open heart valve surgery. Fifty-six patients were randomly assigned to receive either standard care or comfort-focused nursing. Their comfo…

This study tests whether a web-based education program can improve readiness for newborn hygiene care among first-time pregnant women. Participants will use the online program, and researchers will measure their readiness levels for tasks like bathing and umbilical cord care. The…

This study investigates whether systemic ozone therapy, used for conditions like chronic pain and osteoarthritis, damages the corneal endothelium—the eye's inner layer that keeps the cornea clear. Researchers will compare 48 patients receiving ozone therapy with 48 healthy matche…

This study looked at how dialysis patients personally feel about their treatment. Researchers asked 26 adults with kidney failure to rank 24 statements about their experience. The goal was to better understand their perspectives, not to test a new drug or device.

This completed study of 425 mothers in Turkey looked at how a mother's health literacy—her ability to understand and use health information—affects her knowledge and attitudes toward newborn screenings. The mothers filled out questionnaires measuring health literacy and their und…

This study looked at 60 people having stomach cancer surgery to see if adding an epidural to general anesthesia changes how much muscle relaxant is needed and how fast it wears off. Half got general anesthesia alone, half got general anesthesia plus a thoracic epidural. Researche…

This study looked at 183 parents of children with hearing impairments to understand how their psychological resilience relates to their disaster preparedness. Parents completed surveys measuring their resilience and how ready they feel for disasters. The goal is to find ways to b…

This study tested whether a three-session education program given at a health center could reduce vaccine hesitancy and improve digital vaccine literacy among parents of children aged 0-2 years. Researchers measured changes in parents' attitudes toward vaccines, their ability to …

This study looked at 300 adults having planned cesarean deliveries to see if the way doctors close the wound under the skin affects healing. Three methods were compared: no stitches, a few separate stitches, or one long continuous stitch. The goal was to find out which method lea…

This study looked at the personal experiences of 9 caregivers who help people on peritoneal dialysis. Researchers used a special method called the Q method to understand each caregiver's unique point of view about the challenges they face. The goal was to learn more about what ma…

This study tested whether a structured education program for relatives of chemotherapy patients could improve their family health, diet, and psychological well-being. 68 caregivers took part, with half receiving the program and half not. The program covered self-efficacy, stress …