Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal Creteil

This study tested a bone marrow transplant from a half-matched (haploidentical) donor in 25 people aged 13 to 40 with severe sickle cell disease. The goal was to replace the faulty blood cells with healthy donor cells using a mild chemotherapy regimen and a drug called cyclophosp…

This study tested whether taking omega-3 supplements for 6 months could improve blood flow in the retina of people with mild to moderate diabetic retinopathy. 60 adults with diabetes and early eye damage were included. The main goal was to measure changes in tiny blood vessels in…

This study looked at whether a rapid molecular test using saliva can accurately diagnose group A strep throat in children aged 3 to 15. Researchers compared the saliva test to standard throat swab methods in 800 children visiting primary care. The goal is to find a less invasive …

This study looked at over 400 workers with asthma to see if those exposed to flour (like bakers) are more likely to be allergic to grass pollen. Researchers analyzed medical records from a French hospital to understand how job-related allergens might trigger or worsen asthma. The…

This study looked at 158 women having intrauterine insemination (IUI) to see if a hormone called progesterone, measured on the day of the procedure, is linked to getting pregnant. Researchers collected blood samples and tracked early pregnancies. The goal is to find a simple way …

This study tested a new, noninvasive eye scan called OCT angiography to see how blood vessels change in people with wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD) during treatment. Researchers looked at 49 patients to find early signs of the disease coming back. The goal was to learn…

This study examined how the COVID-19 pandemic impacted skin allergies and dermatitis in healthcare workers. Researchers analyzed data from over 340 health workers who visited skin clinics between 2017 and 2023. The goal was to see if more protective gear and hand hygiene during t…