Ankara University

This study tests a precise radiation treatment for liver cancer called radiation segmentectomy. Tiny radioactive beads are injected directly into the artery feeding the tumor, delivering a high dose of radiation while sparing healthy liver tissue. The goal is to see how well this…

This study compares a new imaging agent, F-18 TFB, to the standard FDG PET/CT scan for finding thyroid cancer in 50 people who have had surgery and radioactive iodine therapy but still have high thyroglobulin levels. F-18 TFB targets thyroid cells specifically, potentially offeri…

This study tests whether doing yoga online (Tele-Yoga) can reduce chronic pelvic pain, fatigue, and improve quality of life in women with endometriosis. About 66 women will be randomly assigned to either a Tele-Yoga group or a control group. Researchers will measure pain, fatigue…

This study looks at whether a newer dental material (Bio-C Temp) can reduce pain after root canal retreatment better than the standard calcium hydroxide. About 60 adults needing retreatment on a single-root tooth will be randomly assigned to one of the two medicaments. They will …

This study looks at whether laughter yoga can improve psychological well-being and reduce depressive symptoms in adults aged 65 and older. Researchers will measure mood changes using standard depression and well-being scales. The goal is to see if this gentle, group-based activit…

This study looks at whether chewing gum or gargling with cold water can help reduce sore throat and trouble swallowing after a bronchoscopy (a lung exam). About 100 adults will be split into groups to try one of these simple methods or get standard care. The goal is to see if the…

This study tests whether following a Mediterranean diet for three months after deep brain stimulation surgery helps Parkinson's patients control weight gain and improve body composition. Twenty-four adults aged 45-64 who are scheduled for this surgery will be randomly assigned to…

This study tests whether combining foot reflexology with a cold pack before chest tube removal can lower pain and anxiety in heart surgery patients. About 108 adults who had bypass surgery will be randomly assigned to receive the combined treatment or standard care. The goal is t…

This study tests a special brain monitor (CONOX) to see if it can detect pain in people sedated for urological procedures like cystoscopy. Researchers will compare the monitor's readings to standard vital signs like heart rate and blood pressure. The goal is to improve pain detec…

This study looks at how Parkinson's disease impacts breathing, inspiratory muscle strength, physical fitness, and aerobic capacity. Researchers will compare 100 people aged 50-80 with Parkinson's to healthy volunteers of similar age. Participants undergo tests like breathing meas…

This study looks at how often fatigue happens after a person's first stroke and what factors—like pain, mood, or sleep—make it worse. Researchers will follow 107 adults who had a stroke at least three months ago. The goal is to better understand post-stroke fatigue so doctors can…

This study translates and tests a questionnaire (CCSTQ) in Turkish to measure social and psychological factors that affect women's decisions to get screened for cervical cancer. About 215 Turkish women aged 21-65 who are sexually active will participate. The goal is to better und…

This study looks at the thickness of a specific layer of back tissue (thoracolumbar fascia) in people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago. Researchers want to see if this thickness is related to balance, trunk control, flexibility, and daily independence. 70 participants will …

This study compares two methods of measuring muscle recovery after anesthesia to determine which is better for deciding when it's safe to remove a breathing tube. About 199 adults undergoing planned surgeries will be monitored. The goal is to improve patient safety during recover…