Mansoura University
Clinical trials sponsored by Mansoura University, explained in plain language.
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Researchers test two methods for securing a full set of upper teeth
Disease control CompletedThis study compared two different placement methods for six dental implants in the upper jaw to support a full arch of replacement teeth. The goal was to see which method resulted in more stable implants and healthier surrounding gum tissue. The study involved 20 participants who…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 22:25 UTC
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Study tests which dental lab method makes the best implant frames
Disease control CompletedThis study compared three different lab techniques for making the metal frameworks that support full sets of upper and lower dental implants. Researchers wanted to see which method—traditional casting, computer-aided milling, or 3D laser printing—resulted in fewer problems like s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:43 UTC
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Ear fungus fight: old remedy takes on common antiseptic
Disease control CompletedThis study compared two common topical treatments for fungal ear infections (otomycosis). Researchers tested boric acid ear drops against a 10% povidone-iodine solution in 60 patients. They looked at which treatment was better at clearing the infection and reducing symptoms like …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:43 UTC
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Heart and kidney hope for Non-Diabetic patients in major drug trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether the drug dapagliflozin could help adults with chronic kidney disease who do not have diabetes. Researchers compared the drug to a placebo pill over 12 months to see if it could slow kidney decline, improve anemia, and support heart health. About 100 part…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Simple map could end painful insulin bumps for diabetics
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a new, detailed map of injection sites could help people with diabetes avoid developing painful, fatty lumps under their skin from repeated insulin shots. Researchers followed 170 adults who self-inject insulin to see if using the map for six months redu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:41 UTC
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Breathing breakthrough: two surgical techniques face off for windpipe repair
Disease control CompletedThis study compared two different surgical methods to help patients with a narrowed windpipe (subglottic or tracheal stenosis) breathe better. Thirty patients of all ages received either a newer technique using radiofrequency energy (Coblation) or a more established procedure inv…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 14:58 UTC
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Four-Way dental showdown: finding the best way to save Kids' teeth
Disease control CompletedThis study aimed to find the best way to treat the living, sensitive tissue (pulp) inside children's immature permanent back teeth. Researchers compared four different methods to see which one most effectively helped the tooth roots finish growing to their full, healthy length an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 14:57 UTC
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New jawbone grafting techniques tested for better dental implants
Disease control CompletedThis study tested two different materials to help build up thin jawbone so dental implants could be placed. Researchers compared a patient's own blood-derived material (platelet-rich fibrin) against a modified animal-derived bone graft (hyaluronate-enriched xenograft). The goal w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 14:56 UTC
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Sleep scope exam guides new path for CPAP-Free apnea relief
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether a special sleep exam could help doctors choose better treatments for people with sleep apnea who cannot use the standard CPAP mask therapy. Researchers used a 'drug-induced sleep endoscopy'—a scope that looks at the throat during sleep—to see exactly …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 14:56 UTC
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Natural mouthwashes tested as gentler option for Kids' teeth
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether two herbal mouthwashes (made from pomegranate peel and neem) work as well as the standard chlorhexidine mouthwash for improving oral health in children. 156 school children aged 8-12 used one of the three mouthwashes twice daily for three weeks. Research…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Better bone healing for dental implants? two materials face off
Disease control CompletedThis study compared two materials used to fill gaps when placing dental implants immediately after tooth removal. Researchers tested whether a patient's own blood-derived material (e-PRF) or a donor bone material (allograft) worked better to support the new implant. They measured…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:41 UTC
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Squeeze for success: simple exercise may save dialysis patients from repeat surgeries
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a simple hand grip exercise program could help dialysis fistulas develop properly and stay open longer. Patients on dialysis were randomly assigned to either do hand grip exercises with a special device for six weeks or receive standard care. Researchers…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:41 UTC
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Study tests which temporary teeth work best for implants
Disease control CompletedThis study compared three different types of temporary teeth used during dental implant procedures. Researchers wanted to see which type caused fewer problems and kept gums healthier while patients waited for their permanent teeth. Ten patients were randomly assigned to try the d…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:41 UTC
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Dental fillings put to the test: which lasts longer?
Disease control CompletedThis study compared how well different types of modern dental filling materials performed over two years when used to fix cavities in back teeth. It involved 40 middle-aged adults who each had at least four cavities. Researchers checked the fillings regularly to see which type he…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:11 UTC
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Breathing treatment tested for deadly lung pressure disease
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a common heart medication, nitroglycerin, could be safely given as a mist to breathe in to relax tightened blood vessels in the lungs of people with pulmonary arterial hypertension. It involved 20 adult patients with this serious condition. The goal was …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:11 UTC
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Ultrasonic scalpel tested in sinus surgery
Disease control CompletedThis study compared two surgical tools used during a specific type of sinus surgery. Researchers tested whether using an ultrasonic tool (piezosurgery) was better than a traditional cutting tool for 40 adults with various sinus conditions. They measured factors like bleeding duri…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:11 UTC
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Dental study tests: let it heal naturally or add bone graft?
Disease control CompletedThis study compared two approaches for preparing the jawbone for a dental implant after a tooth is removed. Researchers tested whether letting the area heal naturally works as well as adding a bone graft material. The study involved 24 healthy adults and measured how much soft ti…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:33 UTC
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New dental gel tested to build bone for implants
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a special gel made from a patient's own blood to help grow new bone in the upper jaw. It was for people who needed dental implants but had too little bone below the sinus. Researchers followed 32 patients for two years to see how well the implants held and how m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:31 UTC
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Two-Year test puts dental fillings Head-to-Head
Disease control CompletedThis study compared how well two different types of lab-made dental fillings held up over two years. Researchers placed one type of filling on one side of a patient's mouth and the other type on the opposite side in 12 adult patients. They then checked the fillings for looks, fun…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:30 UTC
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New dental implant methods tested for better stability
Disease control CompletedThis study compared two newer dental implant techniques against the standard method for replacing missing back teeth in the upper jaw. Researchers tested whether using specialized Densah burs or a Magnetic Mallet technique could improve how securely implants attach to bone compar…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:29 UTC
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Study tests faster, gentler ways to fix a broken jaw
Disease control CompletedThis study compared three different methods for wiring a patient's jaw shut to help a broken jawbone heal properly. Doctors tested traditional metal bars, newer screws, and a hybrid method on 24 adults with jaw fractures. They measured how well the jaw healed, how long the proced…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:40 UTC
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Quick Pre-Surgery diabetes fix could get patients home sooner
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether quickly improving blood sugar control for 2-3 days before major abdominal surgery helps patients recover better. It involved 53 adults with uncontrolled diabetes. Researchers compared patients who received this short-term control to those who followed st…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New surgical flap aims to seal the deal on post-op leaks
Disease control CompletedThis study tested if using a small flap of neck tissue to reinforce the surgical closure after removing the voice box (larynx) could help patients heal better. It aimed to reduce a common and serious complication where a leak, called a fistula, develops. The trial involved 50 pat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:08 UTC
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Dentists test which fillings last longer in your mouth
Disease control CompletedThis study compared two newer types of dental filling materials over four years to see which holds up better in back teeth cavities. Researchers followed 120 participants who received different fillings to check for cracks, wear, and whether the fillings stayed in place. The goal…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:08 UTC
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New breathing support tested to keep COVID patients off ventilators
Disease control CompletedThis study compared two non-invasive methods to help COVID-19 pneumonia patients breathe: High-Velocity Nasal Insufflation (HVNI) and Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP). It involved 108 adults with severe COVID-19 and low blood oxygen. Researchers measured which method wa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:08 UTC
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Gel tested to boost success of eardrum hole surgeries
Disease control CompletedThis study tested if adding a gel called hyaluronic acid during surgery to patch a hole in the eardrum leads to better results. It involved 60 adults with a complete eardrum hole. Researchers compared the standard surgery to the same surgery with the added gel, looking at how wel…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:07 UTC
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New dental membrane study aims for stronger implants
Disease control CompletedThis study compared two different types of membranes used during immediate dental implant placement to help control bone healing. Forty patients needing a back lower tooth replaced received an implant right after extraction, along with one of the two membrane types. Researchers f…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:14 UTC
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Scientists test new fillings that fight bacteria
Disease control CompletedThis study followed 10 young adults for two years to see how well four different types of flowable (easy-to-place) dental fillings performed. Researchers checked the fillings' durability and also tested their ability to release minerals and fight bacteria in the lab. The goal was…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 20, 2026 14:48 UTC
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Ancient licorice root tested as modern gum disease fighter
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a gel made from licorice root extract could help treat moderate gum disease when used alongside standard dental cleaning. Fifty adults with gum disease received either the licorice gel or standard care alone. Researchers measured gum health and inflammat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 16, 2026 15:23 UTC
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Doctors test which lung biopsy is safest and most accurate
Diagnosis CompletedThis study compared three different ways to take small samples of lung tissue to diagnose interstitial lung diseases (ILD), which cause lung scarring. Researchers tested 60 patients to see which biopsy method provided the clearest diagnosis while causing the fewest complications …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 14:57 UTC
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Smartphone AI aims to protect new moms from surgery infections
Prevention CompletedThis study tested whether an artificial intelligence (AI) educational guide could help prevent wound infections in women after a cesarean section. 300 women who had a C-section were randomly assigned to receive either standard care or standard care plus the AI guide, which provid…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:43 UTC
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Scientists test two implant layouts to stop denture woes
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two different layouts for placing four dental implants to support a lower denture bar. Researchers wanted to see which layout led to fewer mechanical problems with the dentures and higher patient satisfaction. They enrolled 30 people who had trouble with their r…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:43 UTC
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Study tests if 3D-Printed dentures improve eating over Old-School method
Symptom relief CompletedThis study aimed to find out if dentures made with modern 3D scanning and printing technology help people chew and swallow solid food better than dentures made the traditional way. Fourteen people who had lost all their teeth tried both types of dentures for three months each. Re…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:41 UTC
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Can learning to manage your arthritis ease the pain?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a special educational package could help people with knee osteoarthritis feel better. 71 participants learned about exercises, weight management, diet, and using heat or cold on their joints. Researchers measured changes in their pain, symptoms, daily fu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:41 UTC
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New combo treatment aims to ease pain after breast cancer surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a new approach to manage pain after mastectomy (breast removal) surgery. Researchers compared a standard nerve block procedure to the same procedure plus a single dose of a pain medication called tizanidine, given before surgery. The goal was to see if the combi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 14:57 UTC
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Could an ancient oil be the key to easier sinus surgery recovery?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a specially prepared sesame oil nasal spray could help people feel better after surgery for chronic sinusitis. Researchers gave the spray to 60 patients who had just undergone sinus surgery to see if it improved their symptoms and healing. The goal was t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 14:57 UTC
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Which jaw splint makes patients happiest? study compares three methods
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared how satisfied patients were with three different types of dental splints used to treat jaw pain and temporomandibular disorders (TMDs). Researchers tested splints made using traditional methods, 3D printing, and milling techniques. The goal was to see which me…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 14:56 UTC
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Which exercise works best for tech neck? study compares two popular methods
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared two different exercise programs to see which is better for improving posture and reducing neck pain in university students with forward head posture. 116 students were split into two groups, each doing a different set of exercises for 20 minutes, three times a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:34 UTC
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New nerve block technique tested for better C-Section pain relief
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared two different nerve block techniques for pain relief after cesarean delivery. Researchers tested whether a newer bilevel erector spinae plane (ESP) block provides better pain control than the more common transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block. The trial invol…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:33 UTC
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Small study tests which denture clip feels better
Symptom relief CompletedThis small pilot study aimed to see which of two common bar attachment systems for lower jaw implant dentures leads to better patient satisfaction and fewer mechanical problems. It involved 10 people who had trouble with the fit of their regular lower dentures. Researchers random…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:32 UTC
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Which implant denture makes patients happier?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study aimed to find out which type of dental implant prosthesis makes patients more satisfied and improves their quality of life. Ten people with no teeth in their lower jaw tried two different denture designs, each for six months. Researchers measured how happy patients wer…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:27 UTC
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VR headsets calm Kids' fears before medical scopes
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether using virtual reality (VR) could help children feel less anxious and have less pain when getting a gastrointestinal endoscopy (a camera tube to look inside the stomach and intestines). Sixty-six children in Egypt were randomly assigned to either use a VR…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 16, 2026 15:25 UTC
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Warm shot for eye surgery? study tests heated numbing medicine
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested if warming a numbing medicine (bupivacaine) before giving it for cataract surgery makes the numbing effect start faster and last longer. Researchers compared the standard room-temperature medicine to medicine warmed to body temperature in 120 patients. The goal …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 16, 2026 15:24 UTC
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Gentle touch vs calming scents: finding better ways to ease Kids' surgery pain
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether aromatherapy (using calming scents) or acupressure (applying gentle pressure to specific points) could help children feel less pain and sleep better after abdominal surgery. Researchers worked with 100 children aged 6 to 12 who had surgeries like appende…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 13, 2026 15:06 UTC
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Researchers test a Step-by-Step guide for adjusting jaw splints
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a specific step-by-step method for adjusting a common dental device (an occlusal stabilizing splint) used to treat jaw pain and disorders (TMD). It involved 800 patients with jaw pain who had not received prior treatment. The main goal was to see if following th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 11, 2026 14:53 UTC
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Video vs. In-Person: which trains better cavity fighters?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested two ways to train new dental students to apply protective sealants on children's teeth. Fifty children had sealants placed by students who learned either from a video or from a dentist in person. Researchers checked how well the sealants stayed on after three mo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 22:26 UTC
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Doctors test how fluids affect hearts of High-Risk moms during surgery
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand how giving IV fluids affects heart function in pregnant women with preeclampsia (a serious high blood pressure condition) during cesarean delivery. Researchers used a heart ultrasound to measure how the heart pumps blood before and after giving flui…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 22:25 UTC
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Can better leadership training make hospitals safer for nurses?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a special training program for head nurses, focused on 'lean leadership' methods, could improve workplace safety for the staff nurses they supervise. It involved 200 nurses at a children's hospital in Egypt. The goal was to see if teaching leaders to ide…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 22:25 UTC
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Blood test could predict which tooth treatments work best
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study investigated whether measuring two specific proteins (IL-8 and IL-10) in blood could help predict the success of treatments for inflamed tooth pulp. Researchers compared 40 patients who received either a procedure to save the tooth pulp or had teeth extracted for ortho…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:43 UTC
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Doctors test ultrasound to 'See' ventilator breathing problems
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to see if an ultrasound scan of the diaphragm muscle could accurately detect a specific timing problem between a patient's breathing effort and their ventilator. Researchers observed 28 adult ICU patients who were on breathing machines and already had this proble…
Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Doctors scan breathing muscles to unlock sleep apnea secrets
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study used ultrasound imaging to examine how the diaphragm (the main breathing muscle) functions in people with obstructive sleep apnea. Researchers measured 60 patients' diaphragm movements to see if they relate to how severe their sleep apnea is. The goal was to better und…
Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 14:57 UTC
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Can better training help nurses care for transplant patients?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a special training program could improve the skills and knowledge of nurses who care for patients undergoing bone marrow transplants. Researchers worked with 98 nurses, assessing their knowledge and practical skills before and after the training sessions…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 24, 2026 12:01 UTC