Alexandria University

This study tested whether adding omega-3 fish oil supplements and low-dose aspirin to standard dental cleaning helps smokers with severe gum disease. It involved 45 adult smokers who had deep gum pockets. Researchers measured changes in gum pocket depth, bleeding, and inflammatio…

This study tested whether getting hip fracture surgery within 48 hours of injury is better than the usual, slower process. It involved 150 older adults, comparing death rates, complications, and recovery speed between the fast-track and standard groups. The goal was to see if spe…

This study tested a new, pre-shaped 3D mesh implant designed to repair complex fractures of the eye socket and cheekbone. Researchers compared this new mesh to the standard combination of plates and mesh used in surgery. The goal was to see if the new implant could better restore…

This study tested if a newer, tooth-colored plastic crown (BioFlex) works as well as the traditional stainless steel crown for fixing cavities in children's baby molars. Researchers placed the crowns on 74 children aged 4-8 and followed them for a year to see which type held up b…

This study tested a modified jaw surgery to improve facial structure and close bone gaps in adults with cleft lip and palate. Nine participants underwent surgery to advance their upper jaw, with researchers measuring changes in bone defects and surgical accuracy. The goal was to …

This study compared three different materials used to make caps (crowns) for badly decayed baby molars in children aged 6 to 8. Researchers wanted to see which type—Bioflex, Zirconia, or traditional Stainless Steel—worked best in terms of gum health, how well the crown stayed on,…

This study compared two dental procedures designed to widen a narrow upper jaw in adults. Researchers tested a standard method using small screws against the same method combined with tiny punctures in the bone. The goal was to see which technique created more effective skeletal …

This small, early-stage study compared a natural remedy—tea tree oil ointment—to the standard silver-based dressing for treating second-degree burns. It involved 30 adult patients with recent burns, split into two groups to see which treatment led to better wound healing and less…

This study tested a new ultrasound-guided technique for placing long-term IV ports, which deliver medications or nutrition. Researchers compared placing the port on the right versus left side under the collarbone. The goal was to find a safer, more comfortable method with fewer c…

This study tested two types of platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) membranes to see which one works better for placing dental implants in a thin lower jawbone. Twenty patients with missing back teeth and a narrow jawbone received a bone graft and an implant, covered with one of the two me…

This study compared two surgical tools—a magnetic mallet and a piezotome—for expanding a thin, shrunken upper jawbone before placing a bone graft and dental implant. It involved 20 patients who had lost front teeth and experienced jawbone loss. Researchers measured how stable the…

This study looked at whether having clinical pharmacists review medications when patients transfer to intensive care units improves safety. Researchers compared medication accuracy when pharmacists reviewed patient charts versus when only doctors reviewed them. The goal was to re…

This small study tested a specific technique for placing a dental implant right after a tooth is pulled. Researchers compared two different ways of using a collagen membrane during the procedure. The goal was to see which method better preserved the bone thickness and gum appeara…

This study tested whether two natural mouthwashes (ozonated olive oil and propolis) work as well as the standard chlorhexidine mouthwash at reducing cavity-causing bacteria in children's mouths. Researchers compared the three mouthwashes in 51 children at high risk for cavities. …

This study tested whether custom-made 3D plastic (PEEK) plates work as well as standard 3D titanium plates for fixing broken jaw angles. Eighteen patients with recent jaw fractures were randomly assigned to receive either the plastic or metal plate. Researchers followed them for …

This study tested two procedures for a painful jaw joint condition where the disc is stuck out of place. Researchers compared washing the joint with ozone water alone versus combining the ozone wash with an injection of the patient's own concentrated platelets (PRP). They measure…

This study tested how accurately 3D printed surgical guides could help surgeons repair broken jaws. It compared two different computer planning methods used to create these custom guides. The goal was to see which method resulted in more precise bone alignment and better bite fun…

This study tested whether a special educational program could help prevent substance abuse in teenagers. Researchers worked with 226 adolescents aged 10-18 who had not received similar education before. The program used a behavior change model to teach teens about the risks of dr…

This small study tested whether cleaning babies' teeth and gums with xylitol wipes could help prevent early childhood cavities. Twenty healthy children aged 9 to 18 months had their teeth wiped three times daily for four weeks. Researchers measured bacteria levels in saliva to se…

This study tested whether a gentle, low-level laser could help children heal faster and feel less pain after having baby molars pulled. Researchers compared one side of a child's mouth treated with the laser to the other side that received standard care. They measured pain levels…

This study tested whether applying insulin directly to skin wounds could help them heal faster in people with pemphigus, an autoimmune blistering disease. Twenty patients applied different types of insulin cream or a plain saline solution to three comparable wounds for two weeks.…

This study tested whether adding magnesium sulfate to a standard local anesthetic (bupivacaine) during laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (weight loss surgery) would improve pain control. Researchers injected the medication mixture around the surgical ports in 68 patients to see if …

This study compared two different surgical methods for fixing a broken jaw joint (subcondylar fracture). Twenty patients were randomly assigned to have surgery using either a newer approach (Transmasseteric Anteroparotid) or a more traditional one (Retromandibular Transparotid). …

This study investigated whether using a lower dialysate flow rate during standard hemodialysis could help patients feel better after treatment. Researchers compared a week of dialysis with a standard high flow rate to a week with a lower flow rate in 80 adults with end-stage kidn…

This study tested whether virtual reality (VR) or a muscle relaxation technique works better to reduce anxiety and improve focus in patients recovering in a cardiac care unit. Researchers compared 158 patients who received either VR sessions or guided relaxation exercises. The go…

This study tested two topical treatments to help the roof of the mouth heal after a common gum graft procedure. Researchers compared an ozonated gel to a material made from the patient's own blood (titanium platelet-rich fibrin) in 39 patients. The goal was to see which one bette…

This study tested whether a specific nerve block injection could relieve chronic low back pain caused by worn-down spinal discs. It involved 40 adults whose pain had not improved with standard treatments. Researchers measured changes in pain levels and how the pain affected daily…

This study tested whether custom-made surgical guides and plates could help surgeons more accurately repair broken jawbones. Seven patients with recent jaw fractures had their surgery planned and guided using these patient-specific tools. Researchers measured surgical accuracy, o…

This study tested different types of nerve-block injections to manage pain after open-heart surgery. Researchers compared three injection techniques to see which one best reduced pain, especially from surgical drain sites, and lowered the need for strong opioid painkillers. The t…

This study compared two different methods of blocking pain for children aged 2-7 having lower abdominal surgery. Doctors tested whether an 'erector spinae block' or a 'caudal block' was better at managing pain during and after the operation. They measured children's pain levels, …

This study tested whether using technology like video games or virtual reality as a distraction could reduce pain and anxiety for children with ADHD during dental procedures. Researchers worked with 48 children who have ADHD and were visiting the dentist. They compared the childr…

This study compared two ways of performing a minimally invasive jaw joint washout procedure for people with painful, clicking jaw joints. Researchers tested a new method using a dental implant motor pump against the standard technique to see which better reduced pain and improved…

This study tested whether using a special laser (Er:YAG) is better than traditional tools for removing impacted wisdom teeth. Researchers compared the two methods in 24 young adults to see if the laser caused less pain, swelling, and jaw stiffness after surgery. The goal was to f…

This study tested two ways to lighten dark spots on gums: a natural licorice gel and a medical laser. Twenty-six adults with this common cosmetic concern tried one of the treatments. Researchers measured how well each method reduced the pigmentation and asked patients about their…

This study looked at how many patients coming to an emergency room in Egypt regularly use common painkillers like ibuprofen or naproxen. Researchers interviewed 350 adult patients to understand their medication habits and knowledge about risks. The goal was to measure how widespr…

This study aimed to understand if having a sleep breathing disorder, like sleep apnea, affects the chance of a dangerous blood clot in the lung (pulmonary embolism) coming back within a year. Researchers followed 40 adult patients who were hospitalized with a confirmed blood clot…

This study aimed to understand if the medications used to treat sarcoidosis, an inflammatory lung disease, affect a patient's risk of developing lymphoma, a type of blood cancer. Researchers followed 40 adults with sarcoidosis for one year while they were on their standard treatm…

This study aimed to understand which patients are most likely to get significant pain relief from a common treatment for sacroiliac joint pain. Researchers followed 100 patients with this type of low back pain who received an ultrasound-guided injection of numbing medicine and st…

This study tested a new training program that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to create realistic practice scenarios. It aimed to see if this high-tech training could help nurses get better at reading electrocardiograms (ECGs or heart rhythm monitors), make smarter clinical dec…

This study tested whether AI-powered learning platforms could help nursing students develop better thinking and emotional skills for their clinical work. Researchers enrolled 140 nursing students to see if using these smart learning tools improved their ability to reflect on expe…

This study tested whether an AI-powered learning platform could train nurses better than traditional classroom lessons. Researchers compared two groups of nurses to see if the AI software improved their knowledge, decision-making, and confidence in calculating drug doses. The goa…