University Of Padova

This study tests a dietary supplement called ButyMixx in 40 adults with ulcerative colitis that is in remission. ButyMixx contains sodium butyrate and a beneficial yeast to support gut health. Participants take two sachets daily for 8 weeks, and researchers check if symptoms, qua…

This study compares two ultrasound-guided pain relief techniques (TAP block and ESP block) for women having planned cesarean sections. The goal is to see which method reduces pain more effectively after surgery, especially at rest six hours later. Researchers will also track pain…

This study tests a mobile app called FoodTraining that trains people to better control their impulses around food. About 113 adults with obesity, binge-eating disorder, or bulimia will use the app for 4 weeks alongside their usual treatment. Researchers will measure changes in em…

This study tests a short, guided self-help program called Self-Help Plus for university students who are behind on at least 3 exams and feeling significant distress. About 210 students will be randomly assigned to the program or usual support. The goal is to see if the program re…

This study looks at how well a smart alert system works for people with heart failure who have a special heart device. The system monitors the heart and can warn doctors up to 42 days early if heart failure might get worse. About 100 patients in Italy will take part, and research…

This study tests whether practicing on a simulator before real patients helps anesthesia residents place epidurals more successfully. 86 residents will be randomly assigned to either simulation training or standard training. The goal is to see if simulation leads to more successf…

This study looks at whether having your expectations for labor pain relief met during childbirth affects your chance of developing postpartum depression. Researchers will follow about 3,640 pregnant women planning a vaginal delivery. They will compare depression rates between tho…

This study compares two computer models (Minto and Eleveld) that control how the pain medicine remifentanil is given during general anesthesia. Researchers want to see if one model provides better pain control as measured by special monitors. About 100 adults having surgery will …

This study looks at whether the drugs used during breast surgery (propofol and remifentanil) can cause confusion or memory problems after the operation. Researchers will test 200 women before and after surgery using simple thinking and memory quizzes. The goal is to find out how …