Alexandria University
Clinical trials sponsored by Alexandria University, explained in plain language.
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New study tests gentler tooth extraction methods for better implants
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two tools, piezotome and periotome, used for gentle tooth extraction before placing a dental implant on the same day in the front upper jaw. The goal is to see which tool better preserves bone and gum tissue for a more natural-looking result. Thirty adults wit…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 09:01 UTC
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New plastic crowns could replace metal caps for Kids' teeth
Disease control OngoingThis study compares new tooth-colored PEEK crowns to standard metal crowns for fixing cavities in children's back baby teeth. Fifty healthy kids aged 5-7 will get one of the two crown types. Researchers will check how well the crowns fit and hold up over time.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 08:55 UTC
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Custom 3D jaw plates may improve fracture healing
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether custom-made 3D titanium plates are better than standard two mini plates for fixing a broken jaw (mandibular angle fracture). 18 adults with recent, non-infected fractures will be randomly assigned to one of the two plate types. The main goal is to see if …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 22, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Garlic tablets tested as infection shield for ICU patients
Prevention ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether garlic tablets can prevent infections that patients sometimes get while in the intensive care unit (ICU). Researchers will give garlic tablets to some ICU patients and compare them to others who do not receive them. The goal is to see if garlic lowers the…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:53 UTC
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High-Tech needle aims to ease jaw pain
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a computer-guided injection for people with jaw joint problems that haven't improved with other treatments. The procedure uses a single needle to deliver platelet-rich plasma into the joint. Researchers want to see if the computer-guided method improves jaw funct…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 09:02 UTC
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C-Section pain relief: could a Pre-Surgery chat be the key?
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether involving pregnant women in decisions about their planned C-section can lower pain during the procedure. About 80 women having an elective C-section under spinal anesthesia will take part. Half will receive a shared decision-making session before surge…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 08:57 UTC
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Warm saline may soothe shoulder pain after gallbladder surgery
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether using warm salt water (saline) and adding numbing medicine during gallbladder surgery can reduce shoulder pain afterward. About 216 adults having their gallbladder removed will take part. The goal is to find a simple way to make recovery more comfortable.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 22, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Could a common antioxidant make root canals less painful?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether adding N-acetylcysteine (NAC) to standard root canal treatment reduces pain and improves healing in people with infected teeth and bone loss. Forty adults with dead teeth and signs of infection around the root tip will receive either NAC or standard medic…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:52 UTC
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Numbing drops vs. full sleep: which is better for cataract surgery pain?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study looks at 50 adults having cataract surgery to see if using numbing eye drops (topical anesthesia) or full sleep (general anesthesia) leads to less pain after the operation. Researchers will check pain levels, side effects, and how satisfied patients are at 24 hours, on…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 12, 2026 13:42 UTC
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Custom guides may improve jaw surgery for kids
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tested whether custom-made surgical guides help surgeons perform precise bone cuts in children with a locked jaw joint (TMJ ankylosis). Eight children under 15 received surgery using these guides and a special cutting tool. The goal was to see if the planned cuts match…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 08:33 UTC
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Tiny videos, big impact? new study tests Nano-Learning for seniors with sarcopenia
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether watching short, educational videos (nano-learning) can help older adults with sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss) stick to diet and exercise advice and improve their mood. Researchers are testing this approach with 180 people aged 60 and older in a ru…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:06 UTC