University Of Edinburgh

This study looked at whether adding two widely available medicines (magnesium sulphate or nimodipine) to standard treatment could help people who intentionally poisoned themselves with certain insecticides. Over 1,700 adults were enrolled. The main goal was to see if these added …

This study tested whether specially treated donor white blood cells could help treat a rare cancer (lymphoproliferative disease) that sometimes happens after an organ transplant. The cancer is linked to the Epstein-Barr virus. 50 transplant recipients took part. The goal was to s…

This study looked at 220 people with coronary artery disease to see if a blood thinner called ticagrelor could reduce signs of heart muscle injury. Participants had a special PET scan to find high-risk plaques that might rupture without causing symptoms. The goal was to see if ti…

This study tested whether a two-year course of teriparatide (a bone-building drug) followed by a single infusion of zoledronic acid (a bone-strengthening drug) could reduce fractures in adults with osteogenesis imperfecta (OI), a genetic condition causing fragile bones. 350 adult…

This study looked at how water-based and land-based exercises affect chronic low back pain in adults aged 18 to 65. Over 12 weeks, 32 participants did supervised exercises in a pool or on land. Researchers measured pain, daily function, fear of movement, sleep, and quality of lif…

This study looked at how people with borderline personality disorder (BPD) understand and feel others' emotions. About 40 adults with BPD took computer tests and answered questionnaires over two years. The goal was to see if empathy changes with the severity of the disorder. No t…

This study looked at how long people who had a heart attack should take two blood-thinning medicines (aspirin plus a second drug). Over 5,000 patients were randomly assigned to shorter or longer treatment. The goal was to find the best balance between preventing another heart att…

This study looked at whether rotigaptide, a drug that helps heart cells communicate, can protect blood vessel function after a temporary blockage of blood flow. Twelve healthy men participated. The goal was to see if the drug could reduce damage that sometimes happens when blood …

This study looked at 24 people with long-standing type 1 diabetes to see if using an automated insulin delivery system plus a low-carbohydrate diet for 8 months could restore their body's ability to release glucagon during low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). Glucagon is a hormone tha…

This study looked at why many cancer patients lose a lot of weight and muscle, a condition called cachexia. Researchers took samples of muscle, fat, blood, and urine from 282 patients during cancer surgery and compared them to samples from people without cancer. They also measure…

This study looked at 100 people who recently had a heart attack to better understand blood clots in the heart and brain. Using special PET/MR scans, researchers tracked clot activity over time. The goal was to learn more about how clots form and dissolve, which could lead to bett…

This study looked at whether a probiotic called Bacillus subtilis can change certain markers in the gut and blood of people with Parkinson's disease. 26 participants took the probiotic or a placebo to see how it affected their gut bacteria, blood fats, inflammation, and other hea…

This study looked at 621 adults in the UK who had cauda equina syndrome, a rare condition where nerves at the bottom of the spine are squeezed. Researchers collected information on symptoms, treatments, and recovery to understand how the condition is managed and to help set bette…