Koç University

This study tested whether using a suction toothbrush for oral care can reduce ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) in intubated ICU patients. 111 adults were randomly assigned to cleaning with distilled water or a chlorhexidine solution using the suction toothbrush every 8 hours…

This study tested whether a type of talk therapy called interpersonal psychotherapy could help breast cancer patients who are at risk for depression. The therapy focused on improving relationships, emotions, and social support. Forty-two patients with stage II or III breast cance…

This study tested whether watching a nature-themed virtual reality video during coronary angiography can reduce pain and anxiety. 90 adults having the procedure were randomly assigned to either wear a VR headset or receive standard care. Researchers measured pain and anxiety leve…

This study tested whether a 12-week virtual reality exercise program done at home could improve exercise capacity in children with cystic fibrosis. 36 kids aged 12-16 were split into two groups: one used VR headsets for team activities, the other did standard online exercises. Th…

This study tested whether kinesio taping (a special elastic tape placed on the skin) can improve arm and hand function, reduce pain, and boost mood in people who recently had a stroke. 26 adults with arm weakness were randomly assigned to get either real kinesio taping or a fake …

This study tested a mobile app called HopeMove designed to help teenagers (ages 13-18) who are undergoing cancer treatment become more physically active. The app provides guided home exercises and tracks symptoms. Fifteen teens used the app for four weeks, and researchers measure…

This study tested a version of cognitive behavioral therapy adapted for Turkish culture to help adults who experienced the earthquakes. 60 survivors with high psychological distress took part. The goal was to see if this therapy could reduce distress and depressive symptoms and i…

This study looked at whether warm foot baths can help reduce the severe tiredness (fatigue) that children often feel after chemotherapy. The trial included 60 children aged 7 to 12 with advanced lymphoma who were starting their first round of chemo. Parents reported their child's…

This study tested whether a simple eye-ear sleep band could help heart patients sleep better in the coronary care unit. One hundred adults with acute coronary syndrome each spent one night with the band and one night without. Sleep quality was measured each morning using a questi…

This study tested a talking therapy called Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) in 36 adults who experienced the 2023 earthquakes in Turkey. The goal was to see if CPT could reduce symptoms of PTSD, depression, and anxiety, and improve overall well-being. Participants were randomly…

This study tested whether avoiding mask ventilation during anesthesia induction improves the surgeon's view in robotic colorectal surgery. Sixty adults were randomly assigned to either mask ventilation or no mask ventilation before intubation. The goal was to see if no mask venti…

This study tested whether a colorful, interactive toy called the Storytelling Caterpillar could help children aged 3 to 6 feel less pain and anxiety during a blood draw. 140 children were split into two groups: one used the toy during the procedure, and the other received standar…

This study tested a realistic breathing toy (a plush dog that moves and sounds like it's breathing) to distract children aged 1-3 during blood draws. Eighty kids were split into two groups: one used the toy, the other got standard care. Results showed the toy group had 51% less p…

This study tested whether ultrasound can detect early facial muscle changes in people with facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD), a rare muscle disease. Researchers compared 20 FSHD patients with 19 healthy adults, measuring muscle thickness and echo intensity in key faci…

This completed study looked at how different lying positions affect air and blood flow in the lungs of 40 healthy volunteers—half with obesity and half without. Using a non-invasive imaging tool called electrical impedance tomography (EIT), researchers measured how well ventilati…

This study tested a mobile app called ChemoNurs, designed to help oncology nurses learn about chemotherapy drugs. Fifty-nine nurses from a Turkish hospital used the app, and researchers measured changes in their knowledge and attitudes. The results showed that the app improved nu…

This study tested whether virtual reality (VR) or computer-based simulation helps nursing students learn ECG better than traditional lab practice. 90 first-year nursing students took part. They attended a lecture, then were split into three groups for a 90-minute training session…