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Clinical trials sponsored by Shifa International Hospital, explained in plain language.
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Glucose monitor guides new approach to ease diabetic nerve pain
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a diabetes medication called acarbose could reduce painful nerve damage in people with type 2 diabetes. Researchers used continuous glucose monitors to guide the medication dose, aiming to smooth out blood sugar spikes. They compared pain levels over 4 w…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shifa International Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 04, 2026 03:51 UTC
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Knee surgery blood drain debate: does it help or hurt?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether using a surgical drain after knee replacement surgery affects blood loss. Researchers compared 102 patients who either had a drain inserted or did not. They measured patients' blood levels after surgery to see if one method led to less blood loss and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shifa International Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 04, 2026 03:51 UTC