Alexandria University
Clinical trials sponsored by Alexandria University, explained in plain language.
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New plastic crowns challenge traditional metal caps for Kids' teeth
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two types of dental crowns for treating cavities in children's baby molars. Fifty healthy children aged 5-7 will receive either new custom-made PEEK plastic crowns or traditional stainless steel crowns. Researchers will check how well each crown holds up over …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 04, 2026 00:35 UTC
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New dental study aims to ease the dreaded root canal
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing whether adding a medication called N-acetylcysteine (NAC) to a standard root canal procedure can help patients feel less pain afterward and heal better. It will compare NAC against the usual medication in 40 adults with infected, non-living teeth. Researcher…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:41 UTC
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3D-Printed guides aim to improve precision in Children's jaw surgery
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing whether custom 3D-printed surgical guides can make jaw surgery more precise and effective for children with a locked jaw condition. The guides are designed to help surgeons remove bone more accurately during a procedure to restore jaw movement. Researchers a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:40 UTC
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Gentle dental tools tested for better implant results
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two specialized dental tools designed to remove damaged front teeth gently, aiming to preserve bone and gum tissue. Researchers will place a dental implant immediately after extraction in 30 participants. The main goal is to see which tool leads to better bone…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:29 UTC
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Custom 3D jaw plates put to the test
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing whether a custom-made, 3D-printed titanium plate works better than the standard two small plates for fixing a broken jaw angle. It involves 18 patients who will be randomly assigned to receive either the new custom plate or the standard plates. Doctors will …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 17, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Computer guides needle to fix clicking jaw
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two ways to perform a minimally invasive procedure for painful jaw joint problems. Researchers are testing whether using computer guidance with a single needle and platelet-rich plasma works better than the standard freehand technique. The study involves 24 ad…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 10, 2026 12:53 UTC
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Garlic vs. germs: can a common spice protect ICU patients from hospital infections?
Prevention ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is testing whether taking garlic tablets can prevent infections that patients sometimes catch while staying in a hospital intensive care unit (ICU). Researchers will compare infection rates in about 62 adult ICU patients who receive garlic tablets versus those who do n…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:40 UTC
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Warm wash could ease hidden pain after common surgery
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study aims to find the best way to reduce shoulder pain that sometimes occurs after keyhole gallbladder removal surgery. Researchers will test if rinsing the area with warm salt water or adding a numbing medicine helps. They will measure pain levels and recovery in 216 patie…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC
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Moms get a say in C-Section pain relief in new study
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study aims to see if involving pregnant women in planning their pain management can reduce pain experienced during a planned cesarean delivery (C-section) under spinal anesthesia. Researchers will compare a structured planning session with standard care for 80 women. The goa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:31 UTC
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Can Two-Minute videos fight frailty and loneliness in seniors?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study is testing whether very short educational videos, called 'nano-learning,' can help older adults with muscle loss (sarcopenia) follow physical and nutritional advice and feel less depressed. It involves 180 older adults in a rural area who will watch these brief lessons…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Eye surgery pain test: drops vs. sleep
Symptom relief OngoingThis study aims to find out which type of anesthesia causes less pain and more satisfaction after cataract surgery. It will compare local numbing eye drops with general anesthesia (being put to sleep) in 50 adult patients. Researchers will track pain levels, need for painkillers,…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:08 UTC