University Of Health Sciences Lahore
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Health Sciences Lahore, explained in plain language.
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Cuddle therapy: early kangaroo care may save tiny newborns
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether starting kangaroo mother care (skin-to-skin contact and breastfeeding support) within the first 24 hours of life improves outcomes for healthy preterm babies weighing under 2000 grams. 100 infants were randomly assigned to early kangaroo care or standard…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Health Sciences Lahore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 05:38 UTC
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Simple salt could save newborn brains after oxygen loss at birth
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether giving magnesium sulphate to newborns with moderate to severe birth asphyxia (oxygen loss around birth) can reduce death and long-term brain damage. 178 full-term or near-term infants were treated within 24 hours of birth. The goal was to find a simple, …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Health Sciences Lahore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 04:37 UTC
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Gut bacteria may shield preemies from deadly disease
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether giving probiotics (good bacteria) to premature babies could help them digest food better and lower their risk of a serious gut infection called necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC). One hundred premature infants with low birth weight took part. Half receiv…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Health Sciences Lahore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Simple toothbrushing may slash deadly pneumonia in ventilator patients
Prevention CompletedThis study tested whether adding toothbrushing, mouthwash, and oral gel to standard care can prevent ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) in ICU patients. 100 adults on breathing machines were randomly assigned to get either the extra oral care or standard mouthwash alone. The g…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Health Sciences Lahore • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 26, 2026 05:30 UTC
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New study tests better ways to rebuild chest wall after surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at 76 people who needed chest wall reconstruction after surgery for tumors, infections, or injuries. Researchers compared two methods: using steel wires (flexible) versus bone cement (rigid) to rebuild the chest wall. The goal was to see which approach led to le…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Health Sciences Lahore • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 05:32 UTC
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Inhaled vs. injected: which stops lung bleeding faster?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two methods of giving tranexamic acid to stop coughing up blood (hemoptysis): through a nebulizer (inhaled) or through an IV (injected into a vein). 172 patients with mild to moderate bleeding took part. The goal was to see which route controls bleeding faster.
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Health Sciences Lahore • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 05:31 UTC
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New exercise method shows promise for back pain in young adults
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether a type of exercise called Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) can help young adults with non-specific low back pain. 56 students aged 18-25 took part. Some did DNS exercises plus core strengthening, while others did core exercises alone. The goa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Health Sciences Lahore • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 05:28 UTC
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Leg exercises may boost circulation in diabetes patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether Buerger-Allen exercises, a series of leg movements, can improve blood flow in people with type 2 diabetes. 74 adults aged 35-65 who had been using insulin for at least 5 years took part. The exercise group did the routine plus standard care, while the co…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Health Sciences Lahore • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:53 UTC
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Surgery for tough lung infections: new study reveals germ trends
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 350 patients who had surgery to remove pus and debris from the chest cavity (decortication) for severe lung infections (empyema), including tuberculosis. Researchers tracked which germs caused the infections and how patients recovered. They found that drug-re…
Sponsor: University of Health Sciences Lahore • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:53 UTC