Cairo University
Clinical trials sponsored by Cairo University, explained in plain language.
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New study tests better way to treat kids' tooth infections
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two dental treatments for infected baby molars in children aged 6-8. One treatment removes only the infected pulp (pulpotomy), while the other removes all pulp (pulpectomy). The goal is to see which causes less pain and has better success over 12 months. Fifty…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:57 UTC
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Jawbone regrowth breakthrough: One-Step implant and graft procedure tested
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new way to rebuild lost jawbone and place a dental implant in a single surgery. Doctors will use the patient's own bone chips and a special membrane made from their blood to help the bone grow. Eight people with narrow jawbones will be treated, and the results …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:56 UTC
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New dental technique aims to save jawbone during implant surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a dental procedure that combines a special technique (socket shield) with growth factors from your own blood and a bone graft to help preserve bone around a new dental implant. Seven adults needing an implant in the front upper jaw will be followed for 6 months t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:55 UTC
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Eczema cream showdown: which ointment works better?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two prescription ointments—crisaborole and tacrolimus—for treating mild-to-moderate eczema in people aged 5 to 25. Researchers will measure how well each ointment clears skin rashes and reduces itch. The goal is to find which treatment works better and is safe…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:54 UTC
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New fast fix system may improve jaw surgery outcomes for TMJ disorder patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a new Fast Fix suturing system works better than the usual method for repositioning the jaw joint disc in people with TMJ internal derangement. About 50 adults who need surgery after other treatments failed will be randomly assigned to one of the two tech…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:10 UTC
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New stitch technique may cut blood loss in risky pregnancy surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether adding Hayman sutures to the Kasr Al-Ainy technique can reduce blood loss during surgery for placenta accreta, a condition where the placenta grows too deeply into the womb. About 48 women aged 18-40 with a confirmed diagnosis will take part. The goal …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Tooth root trick may save your jawbone during implants
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis small study tests a dental implant method that leaves a piece of the natural tooth root in place (socket shield) and adds concentrated growth factors to help preserve the jawbone. Seven adults needing a front tooth implant will be followed to see if bone loss is reduced and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:09 UTC
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New root canal material for kids tested in head-to-head trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests two different root canal filling materials in the front baby teeth of 52 children aged 3-5. One material is a mix of zinc oxide and ozonated olive oil, the other is a standard product called Metapex. The goal is to see which one works better at preventing pain, s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Which exercise works best for teen scoliosis? new study aims to find out
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two exercise approaches—Schroth method and Scientific Exercise Approach to Scoliosis—for teens aged 13 to 18 with mild idiopathic scoliosis (curves between 10 and 25 degrees). Researchers will measure changes in spine curvature and trunk rotation to see which …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New dental filling put to the test in diabetic patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will test a new type of dental filling made from a bioactive material in 50 adults, half with controlled diabetes and half without. The filling will be placed in back teeth with early cavities and checked over 18 months for color, fit, and any problems. The goal is to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 24, 2026 16:06 UTC
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Pen vs. needle: new study aims to ease kids' dental fear
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares two ways of giving numbing medicine to children during dental treatment: a computer-controlled pen-like device (Dentapen) versus a traditional syringe. About 42 children aged 6-8 will take part. The goal is to see if the Dentapen reduces anxiety and keeps hear…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:57 UTC
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Your own blood may speed wisdom tooth recovery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a gel made from a patient's own blood (Concentrated Growth Factor Gel) can improve bone healing and reduce pain after surgical removal of impacted lower wisdom teeth. Ten adults will receive the gel placed into the extraction socket right after surgery. P…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:56 UTC
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Light therapy shows promise for diabetic foot ulcers
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests if a painless light treatment called monochromatic infrared energy (MIRE) can help heal diabetic foot ulcers. Forty adults with diabetes and a foot ulcer that hasn't healed in at least 30 days will receive MIRE therapy alongside standard care. Researchers will tr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:55 UTC
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Magnetic muscle mender: new study targets Post-Baby belly gap
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a high-intensity focused electromagnetic field can reduce the gap in abdominal muscles (diastasis recti) that some women experience after pregnancy. The trial will involve 42 women who gave birth 6 months ago and have a muscle separation of more than 2.5 …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:55 UTC
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Ultrasound-Guided scalp blocks may reduce pain and risks in Kids' brain surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares two methods of giving a scalp nerve block to children having brain tumor surgery. The standard method uses touch to guide the needle, while the new method uses ultrasound to see the nerves and blood vessels. The goal is to see if ultrasound guidance provides b…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:54 UTC
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New combo therapy could ease stubborn neck headaches
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether adding a special tool-assisted massage technique to standard manual therapy can better relieve headaches that start from the neck. Researchers will enroll 60 adults with chronic neck-related headaches. They will measure changes in neck disability, pain…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:54 UTC
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Tooth-Healing scaffolds aim to ease pain and save molars
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether special scaffolds placed inside a tooth after partial nerve removal can lower pain and improve healing. It involves 36 adults with a painful, inflamed lower molar. The goal is to see which scaffold works best for reducing pain and saving the tooth.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:54 UTC
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Could magnets soothe burn scar itch? new study aims to find out
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy can reduce itching in people with burn scars. About 40 adults aged 25 to 40 who have had a burn scar for at least 3 months and suffer from moderate to severe itching will receive PEMF treatment. The research…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:53 UTC
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No-Drill tooth decay treatment? new gel aims to ease dental fear
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new gel that softens tooth decay so it can be gently scraped away, instead of using a drill. The goal is to see if this method causes less anxiety and discomfort for patients. About 80 adults with cavities in their lower molars will be randomly assigned to eith…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:53 UTC
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Exercise study aims to slow muscle decline in kids with DMD
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether different types of strengthening exercises can improve muscle strength and walking ability in 45 children aged 6 to 10 with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Researchers will also measure a chemical marker in the blood called creatine-kinase to see how the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:13 UTC
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New jaw surgery technique could mean fewer cuts, same results
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests if a less invasive method to fix the upper jaw after surgery is as accurate and stable as the standard method. About 30 people needing jaw realignment surgery will be randomly assigned to one of two groups. The goal is to see if using custom plates on just one pa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:11 UTC
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Shock therapy for cramps? new study tests nerve zaps for period pain
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests if a mild electrical stimulation on the ankle (transcutaneous tibial nerve stimulation) can reduce pain and distress from period cramps. Researchers will enroll 36 women aged 18-35 with regular cycles and primary dysmenorrhea. Participants will rate their pain an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Balance booster: simple exercises may improve life after leg burns
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether Frenkel exercises—a type of balance training—can help people with leg burns improve their balance and quality of life. Seventy adults aged 25 to 45 with healed second-degree burns on their lower limbs will take part. Half will do Frenkel exercises plus…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Vibrating syringes aim to take the ouch out of Kids' dental shots
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares two vibrating devices (Vibraject and Dental Vibe) against a standard syringe to see if they reduce pain in children aged 6-8 during dental numbing injections. 90 children having their first dental visit will rate their pain using a faces scale. The goal is to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Laser acupuncture offers new hope for menopausal hot flashes
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether high power laser acupuncture can help reduce hot flashes in postmenopausal women. Sixty women aged 50 to 60 with a BMI over 30 will receive the treatment. The goal is to see if it lowers the frequency and severity of hot flashes, as reported by the partic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Which exercise eases back pain better? new study aims to find out
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether focusing on upper back or hip exercises helps people with lumbar spondylitis (a type of arthritis in the lower spine) feel less pain and move better. About 60 adults aged 40-60 with long-term back pain will do either thoracic or hip mobility exercises …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:02 UTC
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New therapy aims to steady the steps of MS patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether sensory integration therapy can improve walking stability and quality of life in people with multiple sclerosis (MS). Researchers will enroll 44 adults with relapsing-remitting MS who have mild to moderate disability. Participants will be randomly assigne…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:01 UTC
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New study tests which therapy eases knee pain best
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares two physical therapy approaches for people with knee osteoarthritis: a positional release technique targeting specific leg muscles versus exercises to improve balance and joint awareness. The goal is to see which method better reduces pain, stiffness, and disa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 05, 2026 11:56 UTC
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AI takes on tooth shade matching: can it beat the gold standard?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether an AI-powered software can accurately match the color of front teeth compared to a digital spectrophotometer, which is the current standard. About 268 Egyptian adults aged 18-65 with good oral health will participate. The goal is to see if AI can prov…
Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:57 UTC
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Weight loss surgery may boost sexual health and mood, new study to investigate
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study will follow 40 women with severe obesity who are scheduled for weight loss surgery. Researchers will measure changes in sexual function, sex hormone levels, mood, and quality of life before surgery and 6 months after. Partners will also report on their ow…
Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:56 UTC
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New flap technique may boost bone growth in cleft repair
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether using a facial artery flap (FAMM) helps bone heal better in people with a cleft in the gum area (alveolar cleft). Five people aged 9 to 20 who have already had orthodontic treatment will get the flap. The main goal is to measure bone gain using 3D X-ra…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:54 UTC
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Palate shape linked to nerve canal position in new study
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how the shape of the roof of the mouth (palate) and a person's age relate to the position and size of a nerve canal (greater palatine canal) and its opening. Researchers will review 50 existing CBCT scans from adults in Egypt. The goal is to help dentists and …
Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:53 UTC
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Scientists probe link between neck pain and uneven walking
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how neck pain and muscle strength relate to walking patterns in people with cervical radiculopathy (a pinched nerve in the neck). Researchers will measure pain, disability, muscle strength, and walking symmetry in 61 adults aged 40-50. The goal is to understan…
Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Ankle vs. knee: which injury wrecks your balance more?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how two common leg injuries—ankle sprains and kneecap pain—affect a person's balance in different directions. Researchers will test 90 adults using a special balance machine to compare stability from front to back and side to side. The goal is to better unders…
Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Which dental implant thread holds stronger? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study compares two types of dental implants (knife-thread vs double-thread) placed using a special bone-preserving technique in the upper jaw. Twenty adults with narrow jawbone will be enrolled to see which design provides better initial stability. Results will help dentists…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:00 UTC