Pakistan Institute Of Medical Sciences
Clinical trials sponsored by Pakistan Institute Of Medical Sciences, explained in plain language.
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Which dressing wins? new study tests infection fighters on wounds
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will compare two types of wound dressings—one with chlorhexidine and one with povidone iodine—to see which one better prevents infection and helps wounds heal after an injury. About 176 adults with fresh, clean-contaminated wounds will take part. The goal is to find ou…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 22, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Which chest tube closure method heals best? new study aims to find out
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares two techniques for closing the wound after a chest tube is removed: the purse-string suture and the plug method. Researchers want to see which one leads to better healing, fewer complications like air leaks or infections, and higher patient satisfaction. The s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 22, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Heart rehab at home: a lifeline for Pakistan's rural patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a home-based cardiac rehabilitation program can improve quality of life and healthy behaviors in people with heart disease living in low-resource areas of Islamabad, Pakistan. About 92 adults with conditions like coronary artery disease or heart failure w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:53 UTC
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Dental lab study aims to improve root canal success
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis lab study compares two ways of filling root canals to see which one prevents leaks better. Researchers will use 60 extracted human teeth and test how well each filling method seals. The goal is to find the best material combination to improve the success of root canal treatm…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:11 UTC