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Clinical trials sponsored by Tanta University, explained in plain language.
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Gut bacteria treatment tested for bowel disease control
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether probiotic supplements could help people with ulcerative colitis stay in remission by improving their gut bacteria balance. Researchers followed 70 Egyptian patients whose disease was already under control for one year. They measured symptoms, weight, and…
Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 04, 2026 03:51 UTC
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Heart scan kidney risk: should patients stop their blood pressure pills?
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether patients should temporarily stop a common blood pressure medication (Ramipril) before a heart scan called coronary angiography. The goal was to see if this could help prevent a specific type of kidney injury that sometimes happens after the scan. Rese…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:43 UTC
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New insulin strategy aims to get patients out of ICU faster
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether continuing a patient's usual long-acting insulin during hospital treatment for diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) helps them recover better. Researchers compared 100 adults with type 1 diabetes to see if this approach shortens their intensive care unit stay and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:43 UTC
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New 'Tunnel' technique builds jawbone without major surgery
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a less invasive method to widen a shrunken jawbone in the back of the lower jaw. Ten patients received a special, putty-like bone graft material placed through a small tunnel under the gum. Researchers checked how well the new bone grew over six months to see if…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Custom 3D-Printed plate tested for jaw fractures
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new, custom-designed bone plate against standard plates for repairing jaw fractures near the chin nerve. Twelve adult patients were split into two groups: one received the new 'omega' plate made using 3D printing, and the other received conventional titanium p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 14:58 UTC
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Drug tested to shield kidneys from harsh chemo side effects
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a drug called pentoxifylline could protect the kidneys of patients receiving cisplatin chemotherapy for head and neck cancer. Cisplatin is very effective but can cause serious kidney damage. Researchers enrolled 90 adult patients with healthy kidneys to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 14:57 UTC
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Scientists test new methods for stronger, Longer-Lasting fillings
Disease control CompletedThis study tested several new techniques for placing tooth-colored fillings to see which ones hold up best over time. Researchers compared different layered approaches in 40 participants over 18 months, looking at factors like staining, cracking, and sensitivity. The goal was to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 14:56 UTC
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Anesthesia drug may shield kidneys during major surgery
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding a drug called dexmedetomidine to standard sevoflurane anesthesia could better protect kidney function during and after major knee replacement surgery. Researchers enrolled 90 patients to see if this combination reduced the risk of post-surgery kid…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 14:56 UTC
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Common pain drug may shield kidneys during weight loss surgery
Disease control CompletedThis study tested if the drug gabapentin could help protect kidney function in obese patients undergoing weight loss surgery. Researchers compared kidney health in 90 patients, measuring specific markers in the blood and urine before and after surgery. The goal was to see if usin…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:43 UTC
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Dentists test which filling method lasts longer
Disease control CompletedThis study aimed to find the best technique for placing tooth-colored fillings in back teeth. Researchers followed 50 people with new cavities for two years, comparing four different placement methods. They checked how well the fillings fit against the tooth over time to see whic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:43 UTC
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Two ways to fix a broken jaw: which works better?
Disease control CompletedThis study compared two surgical methods for fixing a broken jawbone. Twenty adult patients with a specific type of jaw fracture were randomly assigned to have their bone fixed with either one special locking plate or two standard plates. Doctors then tracked their recovery for s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:43 UTC
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Allergy pill trial aims to halt silent liver damage
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether ketotifen, a common allergy and asthma medication, could help patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Researchers enrolled 60 adults with NAFLD to see if the drug could safely reduce liver scarring and inflammation. The goal was to see i…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Scientists test new, Easier-to-Use dental fillings
Disease control CompletedThis study aimed to see which of three newer types of tooth-colored filling materials worked best for cavities near the gum line. Over 12 months, researchers tracked how well fillings made from preheated, sonic-activated, and flowable composite resins held up in 36 participants. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC
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Your old tooth could help build your new implant
Disease control CompletedThis study tested if using a patient's own processed tooth as a bone graft works as well as standard donor bone for dental implants. It involved 24 people who needed a front tooth replaced immediately after extraction. Researchers measured how well the bone healed and supported t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:11 UTC
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Diabetes drug tested as new hope for Parkinson's patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether metformin, a common diabetes medication, could help control Parkinson's disease. It involved 60 patients already taking standard Parkinson's medication. Researchers measured changes in Parkinson's symptoms and blood markers to see if metformin provided a…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:35 UTC
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3D printing vs. machining: which makes a better jaw plate?
Disease control CompletedThis study compared two manufacturing methods for custom metal plates used to fix broken jaws. Sixteen patients with fractures in the front part of the lower jaw received plates made either by 3D printing (additive) or by cutting from a block (subtractive). Researchers tested how…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:34 UTC
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New hope in brain surgery: drug may prevent dangerous complications
Disease control CompletedThis study tested if giving a sedative drug called dexmedetomidine during a specific brain surgery could help patients. The surgery was for a life-threatening brain bleed caused by a burst aneurysm. Researchers wanted to see if the drug could reduce dangerous blood vessel spasms …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:34 UTC
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Simple mineral may shield kidneys from harsh chemo
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether giving magnesium alongside a common chemotherapy drug (cisplatin) could protect patients' kidneys from damage. It involved 75 people with head and neck cancer who were receiving cisplatin. Researchers compared three different doses of magnesium to find t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:33 UTC
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Common supplement tested to protect Kids' hearts from sickle cell damage
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a nutritional supplement called L-Arginine is safe and can help control a serious heart complication in children with sickle cell disease. It involved 50 children, aged 5 to 18, who already had signs of this heart issue. Researchers gave them L-Arginine …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:31 UTC
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Vitamin d boosts chemo? study tests Cancer-Fighting combo
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding a Vitamin D supplement to standard chemotherapy helps people with stage II or III colorectal cancer. It involved 44 patients, with half receiving chemo alone and half receiving chemo plus Vitamin D for six months. Researchers measured markers rela…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:31 UTC
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Cholesterol pill tested as new weapon against bowel disease flares
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding a common cholesterol-lowering drug (atorvastatin) to standard mesalamine treatment could better control ulcerative colitis. It involved 54 adults with mild-to-moderate disease who were not on strong immunosuppressants. Researchers measured if the …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:41 UTC
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Second chance surgery for birth defect repair shows promise
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at a specific surgical technique for children who needed a second operation to correct hypospadias, a birth defect where the urethra doesn't fully develop. Doctors tested if a single-stage procedure could successfully rebuild the urinary channel in these complex…
Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:40 UTC
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Cheek fat patch tested to seal cleft palate holes
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new surgical technique to repair persistent holes (fistulas) in the roof of the mouth for people with a cleft palate. 36 patients were split into two groups: one received the standard two-layer repair, while the other received the standard repair plus a small …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Custom-Fit jaw plates tested for better healing
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether custom-designed titanium plates work better than standard plates for fixing broken jawbones near the joint. 24 patients with this specific jaw fracture received either a plate made just for their bone shape or a standard pre-made plate. Researchers measu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:29 UTC
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Eye surgeons test two fixes for wandering gaze
Disease control CompletedThis study compared two surgical techniques to correct a specific form of intermittent exotropia, where one eye drifts outward, especially when looking up. Twenty patients with this 'V pattern' misalignment, but without a related muscle overaction, had surgery. Doctors compared t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:16 UTC
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Faster braces? study tests methods to speed up treatment while protecting bone
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at two methods to speed up orthodontic tooth movement during braces treatment. Researchers compared a platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection to a minor bone procedure called decortication in 60 young adults. The main goal was to see which method caused less damage…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 18, 2026 14:41 UTC
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Custom bone blocks tested to fix failed dental implants
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new technique for placing dental implants in the front upper jaw after a previous implant has failed. Researchers used a custom-made, computer-designed bone graft to rebuild the jawbone and place a new implant at the same time. They followed 20 patients for 18…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 16, 2026 15:26 UTC
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New 'Sticky Bone' technique aims to better repair cleft palate defects
Disease control CompletedThis small study tested a new surgical method to repair bone gaps in the upper jaw caused by a cleft palate. Ten patients over age 12 received a graft made from their own blood components and bone material, covered with a special membrane to aid healing. Doctors followed patients…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 16, 2026 15:25 UTC
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Custom-Fit jaw plates aim for perfect repair
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether custom-made titanium plates, designed from a patient's CT scan, work better than standard plates for fixing broken jawbones. Ten adults with jaw fractures had surgery using these custom plates. Researchers checked if the custom plates led to more accurat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 14:56 UTC
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Artificial intelligence takes on liver disease detection
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether artificial intelligence (AI) models could better detect liver scarring in people with fatty liver disease compared to traditional blood tests. Researchers analyzed data from 522 Egyptian adults with metabolic-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD) who ha…
Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC
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New breathing tests could help doctors give the right amount of fluids after heart surgery
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested two simple breathing-based methods to help doctors decide if a patient needs more IV fluids right after heart surgery. The goal is to give the right amount of fluid—not too much or too little—to help patients recover better and avoid complications. Researchers c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:28 UTC
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New hope for spotting silent liver damage in kids with blood disorder
Diagnosis CompletedThis study aimed to find better, non-invasive ways to check for liver scarring (fibrosis) in children with beta-thalassemia, a blood disorder that often causes iron overload. Researchers compared simple blood tests and a special scan against each other to see which was most accur…
Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 06, 2026 15:37 UTC
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Two common drugs face off to stop dangerous procedure complication
Prevention CompletedThis study tested whether an oral antioxidant (N-Acetyl cysteine) or a rectal anti-inflammatory drug (diclofenac) is better at preventing pancreatitis, a painful and serious complication that can occur after an ERCP procedure. The trial involved 46 adult patients undergoing ERCP …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:42 UTC
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New solution could stop deadly ICU infections
Prevention CompletedThis study tested whether a special antiseptic solution called taurolidine could prevent infections in central venous catheters used in ICU patients. Researchers enrolled 120 adult ICU patients who needed these catheters to see if the solution reduced bacterial growth and bloodst…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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One pill vs. five days: the antibiotic battle for safer kidney stone surgery
Prevention CompletedThis study tested two different antibiotic plans to prevent infections after a common kidney stone removal procedure (PCNL). Researchers compared a single large dose of one antibiotic the night before surgery to a five-day course of a different antibiotic. They wanted to see whic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:19 UTC
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Three nerve blocks battle for best pain relief after sweat surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared three different nerve-blocking techniques to manage pain after minimally invasive surgery for excessive sweating. Researchers tested which method provided the longest-lasting pain relief and required the least additional pain medication. The trial involved 60 …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 04, 2026 03:51 UTC
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New nose job technique aims for better tip shape
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared two surgical techniques used during nose reshaping surgery (rhinoplasty) to improve the appearance and support of the nasal tip. Surgeons tested a newer method called a septal advancement flap against a more traditional columellar strut graft. The goal was to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 04, 2026 03:51 UTC
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Doctors test which nerve block works best for chest surgery pain
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared three different nerve block techniques to see which provides the best pain relief after minimally invasive chest surgery. Researchers tested these methods on 60 adults undergoing video-assisted thoracic surgery. The goal was to determine which approach most ef…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 04, 2026 03:51 UTC
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New nerve blocks battle hip surgery pain
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared three different nerve-blocking techniques to manage pain after hip surgery. Researchers tested 75 adults to see which method best reduced pain and the need for morphine painkillers in the first day after surgery. The goal was to find safer, more effective pain…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 04, 2026 03:50 UTC
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Calming kids before surgery: three sedatives compared
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared three different sedative medicines given by mouth to children before hernia surgery. Researchers wanted to see which medicine worked best to help children feel calm and comfortable before their operation. The study involved 60 children aged 3-7 years who recei…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 04, 2026 03:50 UTC
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New nerve block vs. spinal morphine: which eases back surgery pain better?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared two methods for managing pain after major spinal surgery for scoliosis. Researchers tested a newer nerve-block technique against traditional spinal morphine in 40 adult patients. The goal was to see which approach provided better pain relief and patient satisf…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 04, 2026 03:50 UTC
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Back surgery pain relief: which method works best?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared three different methods for managing pain after back surgery. Researchers tested ultrasound-guided nerve blocks and local anesthetic injections in 75 adults undergoing elective lumbar spine surgery. The goal was to see which method best reduced pain and decrea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 04, 2026 03:50 UTC
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Antioxidant tested to shield patients from Chemo's painful side effect
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a common antioxidant supplement, N-Acetylcysteine (NAC), could protect against nerve damage (peripheral neuropathy) caused by a standard colon cancer chemotherapy drug, oxaliplatin. Forty-six adult patients with colorectal cancer were randomly assigned t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:43 UTC
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New nerve block technique tested for better pain relief after major surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared two different nerve block techniques for managing pain after open kidney removal surgery. Researchers tested whether a newer method called the external oblique intercostal plane block works better than the standard ultrasound-guided transversus abdominis plane…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:43 UTC
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Sedative may speed up stomach after surgery, cutting nausea
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a sedative drug called dexmedetomidine helps the stomach empty faster after keyhole gallbladder removal surgery. Researchers enrolled 80 patients and used ultrasound scans to measure stomach volume before and after surgery. The goal was to see if this dr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:43 UTC
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Vitamin c shot could ease lingering pain after breast cancer surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether giving vitamin C around the time of breast cancer surgery could help reduce pain. It involved 204 women undergoing mastectomy or lumpectomy. Researchers compared pain levels and opioid use between those who received vitamin C and those who did not, track…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Finding the best way to ease Kids' pain after surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study aimed to find the best way to manage pain for children aged 2 to 7 after hernia repair surgery. Researchers compared three different methods of delivering a numbing medication to see which one provided the most effective and longest-lasting pain relief with the fewest …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:41 UTC
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New injection could slash pain after common hernia op
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a specific type of nerve block, called an EXORA block, to see if it could better control pain after surgery to repair an umbilical (belly button) hernia. Fifty adult patients having this surgery were randomly assigned to receive either this new block or standard…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:41 UTC
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New study tests better pain relief after breast cancer surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared two methods for managing pain after breast cancer surgery (modified radical mastectomy). Researchers tested whether an ultrasound-guided nerve block (Erector Spinae Plane block) or a local anesthetic injected into the surgical wound provided better pain relief…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 14:57 UTC
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Nerve block could cut opioid use in Kids' surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a nerve block could help children having surgery to create dialysis access feel less pain and need fewer strong opioid painkillers. Researchers compared 50 children aged 6 to 18 who received the nerve block during surgery to those who did not. The goal w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:51 UTC
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New nerve block could cut opioid use for Kids' cerebral palsy surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a specific nerve block could help children with spastic cerebral palsy need less opioid pain medication after a major leg surgery. Researchers compared pain levels and medication use in 30 children who received the nerve block during surgery versus stand…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
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New nerve block technique tested for shoulder surgery pain
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared three different nerve block techniques to manage pain after shoulder surgery. Researchers tested a new nerve block method against two established techniques in 50 adults undergoing shoulder surgery. The goal was to find which approach provides the best pain re…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:41 UTC
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Calming kids with milk protein before surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether giving children a supplement called Lactium, derived from milk protein, before tonsil surgery could help prevent them from becoming agitated or distressed when waking up from anesthesia. Researchers compared Lactium to a placebo in 135 children aged 4 to…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC
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New numbing technique tested for Kids' surgery pain
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared two methods of pain relief for children aged 1-7 having hernia repair surgery. Researchers tested whether a newer ultrasound-guided numbing technique works as well as a standard method for managing pain after surgery. The trial involved 50 children to see whic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:35 UTC
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Gentler sedation tested for Kids' heart repair
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared two ways to keep children comfortable and stable during a procedure to close a hole in the heart. It tested whether a lighter sedation method works as well as general anesthesia for 3-8 year olds. Researchers measured heart rate, blood pressure, recovery time,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:34 UTC
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Calming the storm: new hope for agitated lung patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a sedative medication called dexmedetomidine could safely calm down agitated patients with severe COPD flare-ups who were on non-invasive breathing support. The goal was to see if calming the agitation could help patients avoid needing more invasive brea…
Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:33 UTC
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New injection challenges standard treatment for Spinal-Tap headaches
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared two procedures for treating severe headaches that can occur after spinal anesthesia. Researchers tested a newer injection using a patient's own processed blood (plasma-rich fibrin) against the standard treatment (an epidural blood patch). The goal was to see w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:08 UTC
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Own blood used to patch spinal leak, ease debilitating headaches
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether an injection made from a patient's own processed blood could effectively treat severe headaches that sometimes occur after spinal anesthesia or epidurals. The injection was delivered to the spine using a special catheter, and doctors used an eye ultrasou…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:08 UTC
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New Opioid-Free pain relief tested for back surgery recovery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared two types of nerve blocks (retrolaminar and erector spinae plane blocks) for managing pain after lumbar disc surgery without using opioid painkillers. Researchers enrolled 90 adults having elective back surgery to see which method better controlled pain and he…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:16 UTC
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New nerve blocks battle for best pain relief in Kids' surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared two different nerve-block techniques to see which one better controls pain after open kidney removal surgery in children. Doctors tested an ultrasound-guided TAP block against a newer EOIP block in 40 young patients. The main goal was to see which method provi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:15 UTC
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Breathing calm: inhaled sedative tested to protect hearts during obesity surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether giving patients a calming medication as a mist to breathe in before surgery could help protect their hearts. It involved 90 adults with severe obesity undergoing weight-loss surgery. Researchers wanted to see if this approach safely reduced dangerous spi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 20, 2026 14:48 UTC
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Could a simple Pre-Surgery drink speed recovery for diabetics?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether giving diabetic patients a carbohydrate-rich drink before elective abdominal surgery is safe and helps them recover better. Researchers compared 120 patients—some with diabetes, some without—who received either the special drink or water before their ope…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 19, 2026 14:56 UTC
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New injection could slash pain after common hernia op
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a new type of nerve block injection could better control pain after surgery to repair an epigastric hernia (a bulge in the upper abdomen). Researchers compared pain levels and the need for strong painkillers like morphine in 40 adults who received either…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 18, 2026 14:41 UTC
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New study tests better pain control for sinus surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared two different guidance methods for a nerve block used during sinus surgery. The goal was to see which method better reduces bleeding during the operation and pain afterward. Researchers tested ultrasound guidance against a computer navigation system called Bra…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 10, 2026 12:53 UTC
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Ketamine shot tested to ease agony of chest surgery recovery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether adding the drug ketamine to a standard pain-blocking injection could better manage pain for adults recovering from open chest surgery (thoracotomy). Researchers compared how long pain relief lasted and how much extra pain medication 50 patients needed af…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 02, 2026 15:23 UTC
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Study tests gentler dental implant method
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study compared two ways of placing dental implants in the lower back jaw. Researchers wanted to see if a less invasive 'flapless' technique caused less bone loss and pain, and led to better healing, than the traditional 'flap' method. They measured bone loss, implant stabili…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 03, 2026 14:41 UTC
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Could a simple blood test ratio predict ICU survival?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked back at the medical records of 1,776 adults in intensive care. Researchers wanted to see if a specific ratio from a common blood test (measuring oxygen and carbon dioxide) could help predict who was most likely to die in the ICU, even after considering other vit…
Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:31 UTC
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Could your stomach bug hurt your heart?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to find out if a common stomach infection called H. pylori is linked to unhealthy cholesterol levels, which can raise the risk of heart disease. Researchers looked at 300 adults, checking for the infection and measuring their blood fats. The goal was to gather kn…
Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:28 UTC
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Study tests if doctors can spot a heart attack on paper
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study surveyed 640 doctors to measure their awareness of specific heart test (ECG) patterns that signal a possible heart attack. The goal was to understand how well doctors recognize the signs that require immediate emergency heart procedures versus patterns that look simila…
Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:40 UTC
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Researchers map hidden fat in hepatitis b patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand how often fatty liver and fatty pancreas occur in people with chronic hepatitis B, comparing those who are obese to those who are lean. It involved 217 adult patients with hepatitis B. Researchers used special scans to measure fat in the liver and p…
Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 24, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Researchers identify what predicts recovery after Muscle-Weakness surgery
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand what factors predict recovery in patients with myasthenia gravis (a muscle-weakening autoimmune condition) after they undergo minimally invasive thymus removal surgery. Researchers compared 100 patients who had thymus tumors versus those without tum…
Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:17 UTC
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Can a finger clip predict survival in deadly shock?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to see if a simple finger clip monitor (Peripheral Perfusion Index) could accurately measure blood flow to tissues in patients with septic shock, a life-threatening condition. Researchers tested this at different doses of a standard blood pressure medication (nor…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 20, 2026 14:48 UTC
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Doctors test High-Tech guides for precision facial implants
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested how accurately surgeons could place special cheekbone implants using custom 3D-printed surgical guides. Ten patients with severe bone loss in their upper jaw received implants planned with CT scans and placed with the guides. Researchers then used follow-up scan…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 20, 2026 14:47 UTC