Al-azhar University
Clinical trials sponsored by Al-azhar University, explained in plain language.
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Doctors test ozone gas treatment for Children's brain injuries
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether rectal ozone therapy can help protect brain function in children who have suffered brain injuries from causes like trauma, stroke, or infection. Researchers will enroll 120 children aged 1 month to 18 years who have neurological problems after brain …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Al-Azhar University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:41 UTC
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Dental laser tested to fix failed root canals
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing if adding a special 810nm diode laser during a second root canal treatment (a 're-treatment') helps the bone around the tooth heal better. Researchers will compare the laser-assisted procedure to the standard re-treatment method in 40 patients with a previou…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Al-Azhar University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 14:57 UTC
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Bubbling powder could bring back skin color
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new topical powder form of the medication 5-Fluorouracil to treat vitiligo, a condition that causes loss of skin color. The powder is designed to fizz when mixed with water, which may help the medicine absorb better into the skin. Researchers will measure …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Al-Azhar University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 14:57 UTC
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Herbal hope for sick kids? echinacea tested against stubborn infection
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether adding an echinacea supplement to standard treatment helps children with weakened immune systems who have a Cryptosporidium infection. Researchers will see if it reduces symptoms and the amount of parasite found in stool samples. The goal is to find …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Al-Azhar University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:41 UTC
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New mouthwash battle: probiotics vs. antimicrobial for Kids' teeth
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study aims to see which of two special mouthwashes works better to control the germs that cause cavities in children. Researchers will compare a probiotic-based mouthwash to one containing an antimicrobial ingredient. They will measure bacteria levels, plaque buildup, and sa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Al-Azhar University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:35 UTC
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Laser light zaps root canal pain and infection?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing if using a special dental laser during a second root canal treatment (retreatment) works better than standard medication. It aims to see if the laser reduces pain after the procedure and lowers levels of specific infection-related substances in the tooth. Th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Al-Azhar University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:15 UTC
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Blood-Cleansing treatment tested for debilitating nerve disorders
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is observing how well therapeutic plasma exchange works for Egyptian patients with autoimmune neurological diseases. Researchers will follow 60 patients receiving this blood-filtering treatment to see if it reduces disability and improves function. The study aims to do…
Sponsor: Al-Azhar University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Feb 25, 2026 15:06 UTC
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Surgeons look inside ears to solve hearing loss mystery
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study aims to improve the diagnosis of one-sided conductive hearing loss when the eardrum looks normal. Doctors will compare their pre-surgery suspicions with what they actually find during a minor exploratory ear surgery. The goal is to better understand the true causes of …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Al-Azhar University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 24, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Sleep aid melatonin tested to calm nerves before eye surgery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing if a melatonin tablet placed under the tongue before cataract surgery can safely reduce anxiety in older adults. Researchers will compare anxiety levels in 60 participants aged 60 and over who receive either melatonin or a placebo. The goal is to see if this…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Al-Azhar University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 04, 2026 03:51 UTC
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Can a natural sleep hormone replace strong sedatives for anxious kids before surgery?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether two different doses of melatonin, a natural hormone that helps regulate sleep, can safely reduce anxiety in children before they go into surgery. It will compare melatonin to a common sedative called midazolam, which can sometimes cause unwanted side…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Al-Azhar University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:41 UTC
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New dental drill tested to reduce root canal pain
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study aims to see if one type of dental drill causes less pain than another during and after a root canal procedure. It will involve 56 adults with a severe, painful tooth infection in a specific upper tooth. Researchers will compare pain levels between patients treated with…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Al-Azhar University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 14:56 UTC
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Could a vitamin shot shorten your time in braces?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a combination of a vitamin D injection and a minor gum procedure called 'corticision' can make teeth move faster during orthodontic treatment. The goal is to shorten the overall time patients need to wear braces. Researchers will compare the speed of…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Al-Azhar University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:43 UTC
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Doctors test how surgery tightening affects patient breathing
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at how changes in breathing pressure during a tummy tuck operation affect a patient's lung function after surgery. Researchers will monitor 120 healthy adults having this cosmetic procedure. The goal is to see if adjusting the surgery technique based on real-time…
Sponsor: Al-Azhar University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC
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New study tests simpler pain block for C-Section moms
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study aims to find the best way to manage pain after a planned cesarean section. It will compare two methods of delivering a numbing medication to the abdominal wall: one guided by ultrasound and one done by the surgeon during the procedure. Researchers will measure how well…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Al-Azhar University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:11 UTC
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Dental trial aims to zap root canal pain with laser combo
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing if using a special laser together with ultrasound during a root canal procedure can help reduce pain and kill more bacteria afterwards. It will involve 120 adults with a specific type of infected tooth. The main goal is to see if this combination leads to le…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Al-Azhar University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:11 UTC
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Researchers test three ways to stop surgical tourniquet pain
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study aims to find the best method for preventing tourniquet pain during forearm surgery. Researchers will compare three different pain control approaches in 60 patients undergoing orthopedic or plastic procedures. The goal is to determine which technique most effectively re…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Al-Azhar University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 24, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New drug combo aims to soothe Post-Surgery bladder pain
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study aims to find a better way to reduce the uncomfortable bladder sensations that can occur after having a urinary catheter placed during kidney stone surgery. Researchers are testing whether adding either tramadol or dexmedetomidine to standard paracetamol (acetaminophen)…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Al-Azhar University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 16, 2026 15:25 UTC
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Could shorter nasal packing after surgery mean less sore throat?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand if the length of time nasal packing is left in after nose surgery affects how often patients get a sore throat. Researchers will observe 100 adults undergoing septorhinoplasty, tracking their recovery. The goal is to gather information that could hel…
Sponsor: Al-Azhar University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:08 UTC