Nhs Lothian

This study tested a hybrid closed loop system that combines a Tandem insulin pump with a Dexcom continuous glucose monitor to automatically adjust insulin delivery in adults with type 1 diabetes. Thirty participants used the system for a year to see if it improved blood sugar con…

This study looked at whether receiving daily text messages on your phone can help with weight loss. 120 adults with obesity were split into two groups: one got standard weight-loss classes, and the other got those classes plus daily texts. The goal was to see if the text group lo…

This study compared a small, portable device that measures blood clotting (INR) with the standard lab test. It included 24 adults who had stopped taking warfarin before surgery. The goal was to see if the portable device gives accurate results quickly, so doctors can safely decid…

This study tested whether smart glasses could help people with neurological conditions use their environmental control systems or communication aids more easily. Four participants tried the glasses for three weeks and reported their satisfaction before and after. The goal was to …

This small study from NHS Lothian tested whether environmental control systems (like switches to operate lights, TV, etc.) could improve mental health in 5 people with neurological conditions. Participants answered questionnaires before and after getting the system. All 5 showed …

This study looked at a specific immune pathway (PGE2/IL22/IL17) in people with eczema to see if it plays a role in the disease. Researchers took skin and blood samples from 38 participants, including those with eczema, psoriasis, and healthy volunteers. The goal was to identify w…