Pakistan Institute Of Medical Sciences
Clinical trials sponsored by Pakistan Institute Of Medical Sciences, explained in plain language.
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Talking it out: study tests if counseling keeps birth control in place
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a structured, culturally sensitive counseling session can help women continue using long-acting birth control (like IUDs or implants) instead of having it removed early. About 900 women in Pakistan who ask for early removal will be randomly assigned to re…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 04:37 UTC
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Braces wearers rejoice: new varnish could zap plaque better than standard care
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a fluoride varnish containing tiny particles (titania nanoparticles) can fight dental plaque better than regular fluoride varnish in people with braces. Twenty patients aged 16-30 will receive one of the two varnishes, and researchers will measure plaque …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:56 UTC
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Toe nail surgery showdown: which method wins?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two surgical methods (Winograd and sleeve) for treating ingrown toenails in 312 patients aged 12-75. The goal is to see which method has fewer recurrences and better healing within 30 days after surgery. People with diabetes or weak immune systems cannot join.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:54 UTC
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New combo may keep you Pain-Free longer after surgery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests two different drug mixtures given as a nerve block to control pain after lower abdominal surgery. The goal is to see which combination provides longer pain relief. Sixty adults having lower abdominal surgery will take part.
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 24, 2026 16:07 UTC
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Could a simple blood test improve trauma ICU outcomes?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether measuring the difference in carbon dioxide levels between two types of blood samples can help doctors better treat adults with serious injuries in the ICU. About 60 participants will be split into two groups: one gets treatment guided by this CO2 gap, …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 04:36 UTC
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AI chatbot takes on dentist chairside: which teaches better oral care?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether AI-powered voice instructions and a custom chatbot (Brace AI) can help orthodontic patients learn oral hygiene better than traditional in-person teaching with a pamphlet. Sixty patients aged 18-30 will be split into two groups and followed for up to 4 wee…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 22, 2026 14:02 UTC