Peking University Third Hospital

This study tested two treatments made from a patient's own blood—platelet-rich plasma and platelet-fibrin plasma—to see which works better for healing diabetic foot ulcers. 56 adults with diabetes and slow-healing foot wounds took part. Both treatments were applied to the wound a…

This study looked at how metformin, a diabetes drug, affects hormone levels in women with PCOS (a condition that can cause irregular periods and fertility issues). 77 women aged 20-40 with PCOS took metformin, and researchers measured changes in key hormones like luteinizing horm…

This study tested whether a supplement called NMN can improve symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in 88 women aged 20-40. Researchers measured changes in testosterone levels, ovarian follicle counts, and menstrual cycle regularity. The goal was to see if NMN could help c…

This study tested whether a newer nerve block (ESPB) works as well as a standard one (PVB) for pain control after a type of heart bypass surgery. 140 adults having minimally invasive direct coronary artery bypass grafting took part. The goal was to see if the newer method provide…

This study tested whether a portable knee training device could help children with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) build leg muscle strength. Thirteen children aged 6 to 12 with type II SMA used the device for long-term rehabilitation sessions. Researchers measured changes in muscl…

This study tested a gel containing a protein that helps cells grow and repair wounds. It involved 40 people with diabetes who had slow-healing wounds. The goal was to see if the gel could make wounds heal faster and safer during the growth phase of healing.

This study looked at whether a special knee exercise machine, set to each person's ideal stiffness, helps people recover better after knee surgery. Twelve adults with knee injuries did 6 weeks of training. Researchers measured muscle strength, flexibility, and pain to see if this…

This study looked at whether Kinesio Taping (a special elastic tape) can reduce pain and improve movement in people with patellar tendinopathy, also known as jumper's knee. 42 adults with the condition were given different taping methods and tested on walking, jogging, and jumpin…

This study tested whether doing strength exercises one leg at a time (unilateral training) helps people regain leg strength and balance better than using both legs together after ACL reconstruction surgery. 48 adults who had surgery at least 3 months ago completed 6 weeks of supe…

This study looked at how accurately wound specialists assess wounds. Researchers surveyed 553 wound therapists, nurses, and doctors from 9 specialized centers in China. They found that even trained professionals can make mistakes, which can affect treatment plans. The goal is to …

This study looked at how people with patellar tendinopathy (jumper's knee) move their legs during side-cutting, compared to healthy individuals. 60 participants performed a cutting task while cameras and force plates recorded their movements. The goal was to find biomechanical di…

This study looked at whether testing the fluid around an embryo for genetic health can help doctors choose the best embryo to transfer during IVF. Over 1,100 couples took part, and the test was compared to the usual method of just looking at the embryo's shape. The goal was to se…