Sakarya University

This study compares two types of ultrasound-guided pain injections (TAP block and TFPB) in 36 children aged 6 months to 16 years who are having laparoscopic surgery. The goal is to see which injection provides better pain relief after surgery, how long the relief lasts, and wheth…

This study looks at whether giving two specific nerve blocks (iPACK and adductor canal blocks) during arthroscopic knee surgery helps patients recover better and have less pain. About 64 adults aged 18 to 50 having knee surgery will take part. The goal is to see if these blocks i…

This study compares two ways to manage pain after umbilical hernia surgery: a TAP block (an ultrasound-guided injection into the abdominal wall) and a single-dose epidural block. Researchers will measure pain levels in 30 adults at different times after surgery to see which metho…

This study looks at 100 women having gynecologic surgery to see if a mix of intravenous and inhaled anesthesia helps them recover better than inhaled anesthesia alone. Recovery is measured by a questionnaire about pain, comfort, and daily activities. The goal is to find which met…

This study looks at whether holding a hand or squeezing a stress ball can help people feel less pain and worry during cataract surgery. About 108 adults having their first cataract surgery will be randomly placed into one of three groups: hand holding, stress ball, or usual care.…

This study watches 126 adults having gallbladder surgery to see if ups and downs in anesthesia depth (measured by BIS) affect how well they recover. Patients fill out a recovery questionnaire before and after surgery. No extra treatments are given—just standard care. The goal is …

This study looks at whether a web-based training program for first-time fathers can improve their knowledge and support for breastfeeding. About 68 fathers will take part, with some receiving the training and others not. The goal is to see if educating dads helps increase breastf…

This study watches 60 women aged 18-40 who are having nose surgery to see if their menstrual cycle phase changes how much nausea or vomiting they have after the operation. Researchers will also check if a drug called sugammadex, used during anesthesia, plays a role. No extra trea…

This study watches 60 adults having heart surgery to see if lowering their body temperature changes the readings from two brain monitors (BIS and PSI). No new treatment is given—just careful observation. The goal is to help doctors give safer anesthesia during cooling procedures.…

This study looks at whether ultrasound can be used instead of CT scans to check for muscle loss (sarcopenia) in people with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. Researchers will compare ultrasound measurements with CT scans in 100 adults. If ultrasound works well, it could offe…

This study compares a serious video game to traditional teaching for nursing students learning how to handle postpartum hemorrhage (heavy bleeding after childbirth). About 70 third-year nursing students will be split into two groups: one gets the game-based training plus standard…