University Hospital, Geneva

This study tested whether using a low-dose CT scan or lung ultrasound is more accurate than a standard chest X-ray for diagnosing pneumonia in people over 65. About 473 older adults with suspected pneumonia in the emergency room took part. The goal was to see if better imaging co…

This study tested whether a screening strategy using at-home HPV self-sampling followed by a Pap test for women who test positive can effectively detect cervical pre-cancer in women aged 50-65 in Cameroon. About 500 women participated, providing self-collected samples and, if HPV…

This study tested a new way to help people with PTSD who have frequent nightmares. Participants practiced changing their nightmare story during the day (imagery rehearsal therapy) and then heard a sound during REM sleep to reinforce the new, positive dream. Half of the 46 adults …

This study tracked 295 adults who had high-risk surgery for stomach, esophagus, pancreas, or liver cancer. Researchers measured quality of life before surgery and again at 6 and 12 months after. They also asked patients and their family members if they regretted the decision to h…

This study looked at whether novice doctors can place a breathing tube more easily when they sit cross-legged (Lotus position) versus standing freely. 72 medical trainees with limited experience participated. The goal was to see if the Lotus position improves first-attempt succes…