Ruhr University Of Bochum

This study tested whether a vaginal gel called DEFLAGYN, made from silica and citric acid, can help women with unclear cervical smears and high-risk HPV infections clear the virus and avoid surgery. 242 women used the gel for 3 months. The goal was to see if the gel increases the…

This study tested whether a non-invasive procedure called remote ischemic preconditioning (RIC) could improve blood flow and reduce tissue damage in women undergoing breast reconstruction with a free flap. RIC involves using a blood pressure cuff on the upper arm to create short …

This study tested two treatments for lichen sclerosus, a skin condition causing itching and pain in the genital area. 246 women received either a non-ablative CO2 laser treatment or a steroid cream (clobetasol) for three months. The goal was to see which better reduces symptoms l…

This study tested whether applying Lugol's iodine during a standard cervical surgery (LLETZ) helps doctors remove all precancerous cells. 230 women with cervical dysplasia took part. The goal was to see if the iodine stain, which highlights healthy tissue, lowers the chance of le…

This study tested whether adding self-esteem boosts during virtual reality (VR) exposure helps people with fear of heights more than VR alone. 83 adults with fear of heights went through a VR height challenge, with some receiving positive feedback and reminders of past successes …

This study tested whether a single session of facing a live spider can reduce fear not only of that spider but also of a new, different spider, and how long that benefit lasts. Fifty-nine people with spider fear completed the session and were then checked at one week, six weeks, …