Gastrointestinal diseases

This study tested whether a special infant formula containing probiotics and hydrolyzed whey protein can improve gut health in newborns. 240 healthy, full-term infants were assigned to receive either the test formula, a standard formula, or breast milk for 12 months. The main goa…

This study tests whether a daily dose of Skal Pro—a mix of a friendly bacteria (Lactobacillus plantarum 299v) and a prebiotic fiber—can reduce IBS symptoms like belly pain, bloating, and irregular bowel movements. Sixty adults with IBS will receive either the supplement or a dumm…

This trial tests a 12-week smartphone-based program called PACT, which combines acceptance and commitment training with positive parenting advice, for parents of children with special health care needs. The goal is to see if it can improve parents' mental well-being, psychologica…

This study tests whether a software tool called Synapse Medicine can help hospital pharmacists who work with medical teams make better and faster medication recommendations. The tool analyzes each patient's health information to flag potential drug-related risks, such as harmful …

This completed trial tested whether an AI system called Easy-ICD helps clinical coders assign ICD-10 codes to medical notes more quickly and accurately. Fifteen healthcare professionals coded 20 clinical notes both with and without the AI tool. The goal was to see if AI can reduc…

This study tested a device that records the electrical signals naturally produced by the stomach, small intestine, and colon. Researchers compared readings from 88 people with and without irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or other gut issues. The goal was to see if the device could …