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Researchers compare two ways of managing blood flow during carotid endarterectomy, a surgery that clears plaque from the neck artery to prevent stroke. One group receives a shunt routinely, while the other gets a shunt only when a pressure measurement suggests it is needed. The t…

This pilot study tests whether two low-carbohydrate diets can improve metabolic syndrome in adolescents aged 13-18 who are obese. Participants will follow either a very-low-carb diet, a restricted ketogenic diet, or the standard American Diabetes Association diet. The goal is to …

This trial tests whether a negative MRSA nasal swab can safely guide doctors to stop vancomycin earlier in adults hospitalized with pneumonia. Participants receive standard antibiotics, but vancomycin is either continued or stopped based on the swab result. The goal is to see if …

This trial compares two types of patches used to close the artery after carotid endarterectomy, a surgery that removes blockages in the neck artery to prevent stroke. The Accuseal patch, a newer synthetic option, is tested against the Bovine Pericardial patch, which has been used…

This study tests whether measuring neck circumference can help predict how easy or difficult it will be to insert a breathing tube during surgery. Researchers will compare neck size (using a 43 cm cutoff) and mouth/throat classification against actual intubation difficulty in abo…

Researchers are comparing two antibiotic combinations given before vascular surgery to see which better prevents MRSA infections. Adults scheduled for procedures such as carotid surgery or dialysis access creation receive either vancomycin plus cefazolin or daptomycin plus cefazo…

Researchers are testing whether a home telehealth system can prevent complications after vascular surgery that involves a groin incision. Patients scheduled for these procedures are randomly assigned to receive either standard discharge instructions or a tablet with a weight scal…

Many people with obstructive sleep apnea struggle to use their CPAP machine every night. This trial compares three ways to support them: weekly phone calls from the sleep center, a printed list of frequently asked questions, or the usual care from equipment renters and sleep spec…

This pilot study tests whether four sessions of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) can help teenagers with vocal cord dysfunction. The therapy teaches teens to identify triggers, self-monitor symptoms, and use breathing and relaxation techniques to reduce symptom reactivity. Rese…

This trial tests whether EMLA cream, a numbing cream with lidocaine and prilocaine, reduces pain during IUD insertion, hysteroscopy, or endometrial biopsy. Participants receive either the cream or a placebo before the procedure and rate their pain on a scale three times. Research…

This pilot study explores whether activating an artificial urinary sphincter three weeks after implantation, rather than the usual four to six weeks, can safely improve urinary incontinence and quality of life. The device is commonly used in men with moderate to severe incontinen…

This trial tests whether osteopathic manipulation therapy (OMT), a safe and noninvasive hands-on treatment, can ease the bladder symptoms of interstitial cystitis. Adults with symptoms for at least a year and a confirmed diagnosis will receive OMT, and its effects will be compare…

This trial evaluates an educational program designed for family caregivers of frail elders aged 60 and older. The program consists of four to five weekly sessions aimed at teaching caregivers skills to better care for their relatives and themselves. Researchers will measure chang…

This study tested whether giving nerve pain medications pregabalin or gabapentin alongside standard opioids could lower the amount of opioids needed by adults hospitalized with orthopedic injuries. 109 participants were randomly assigned to receive one of the two add-on drugs. Th…

This study looks at whether certain bacteria that produce an enzyme called phospholipase A2 are linked to preterm labor. It also compares pregnant teens and adults to see if teens are more likely to carry these bacteria and have different immune markers. The goal is to better und…

This study is testing whether epigenetic changes in newborn blood can serve as a biomarker for fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD). Researchers will collect umbilical cord blood at birth and heel stick blood at 48 hours from 600 newborns, and compare these with blood alcohol l…

This trial compares two methods for guiding a needle into the femoral artery during non-cardiac vascular procedures: ultrasound and fluoroscopy (a type of X-ray). The goal is to see which technique achieves successful access more often and with fewer complications. Adults undergo…