American University Of Beirut Medical Center
Clinical trials sponsored by American University Of Beirut Medical Center, explained in plain language.
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Can a cheaper drug keep leukemia in check after stronger treatment?
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether people with chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) who achieved a good response after 12 months on nilotinib could switch to imatinib and keep that response. 13 newly diagnosed adults took part. The goal was to see if imatinib could maintain the remission at …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: American University of Beirut Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 05:29 UTC
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New online therapy eases anxiety and depression in MS patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested an 8-week online program to help people with multiple sclerosis (MS) improve their problem-solving and coping skills. The goal was to see if the program was easy to use and if it could reduce anxiety and depression. Thirty adults with MS in Lebanon took part. Th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: American University of Beirut Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:55 UTC
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New breathing device may prevent oxygen drops during sedated procedures
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether a high-flow nasal cannula (a device that delivers oxygen) can prevent oxygen levels from dropping in people undergoing a procedure called ERCP under sedation. Sixty adults were randomly assigned to receive oxygen at different flow rates. The goal was …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: American University of Beirut Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:51 UTC
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Fortified bread: a new way to control blood sugar?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether adding phosphorus and lysine to white bread can help control blood sugar levels and increase the energy the body uses after a meal. Sixteen healthy adults ate different types of fortified bread, and researchers measured their blood sugar and energy ex…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: American University of Beirut Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 05:29 UTC
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New breathing tube technique keeps kids safe during surgery
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at a new way to help children breathe during surgery by placing a breathing tube just above the vocal cords instead of through them. Researchers tested this method in 85 children aged 1 month to 6 years. They found it was easy, safe, and effective for keeping ox…
Sponsor: American University of Beirut Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 22, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Tiny tubes, big difference: study tests best blade for baby breathing
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested two different video laryngoscope blades (straight vs. curved) in 39 newborns and small infants weighing up to 11 pounds. The goal was to see which blade gives doctors a better view of the airway when placing a breathing tube. The results will help guide safer in…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: American University of Beirut Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 19, 2026 11:48 UTC