University Of Alberta

This study looked at whether diuretics (water pills) could help people on dialysis keep their remaining kidney function and produce more urine. Only 2 adults in their first year of dialysis joined before the study was stopped early. The goal was to see if these common pills could…

This study looked at using ultrasound (sonothrombolysis) along with clot-busting drugs to treat people having a severe heart attack (STEMI). The goal was to see if this combination was safe and could help restore blood flow to the heart. The study included 41 adults who were trea…

This study compared two common nerve block techniques—femoral nerve block and suprainguinal fascia iliaca block—for pain after hip fracture surgery. Researchers wanted to see which one reduces pain and the need for painkillers better. The study included 17 adults having hip fract…

This study explored whether playing a computer game that simulates grocery shopping could improve memory, attention, and daily skills in older adults. Fifteen participants aged 50 and older took part, with some playing the game and others receiving standard care. The study was st…

This study tested a web-based screening tool to monitor depression and distress in adults who had surgery for new head and neck cancer. The tool aimed to prompt timely referrals to mental health specialists. Only 9 people enrolled before the study was stopped early, so results ar…

This study aimed to measure how lidocaine levels change in the blood when given as a weight-based infusion for pain after surgery. It planned to include 40 adults undergoing major surgery, but was terminated early with only 7 participants. The goal was to better understand dosing…

This study aimed to find the best number of hyperbaric oxygen treatments for people with carbon monoxide poisoning. Researchers planned to compare one treatment versus three treatments over 24 hours to see which better prevents long-term brain problems like memory loss or mood ch…