Clinical Importance Aspirin and intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) are commonly used to treat Kawasaki disease (KD) to help prevent heart issues. However, hospitals don’t always agree on the right dose and duration of aspirin treatment. More large studies are needed to understand how effective high-dose aspirin really is. Study Goals This study aimed to compare the…

Study Overview This study looked at bromhexine, a common over-the-counter medicine, to see if it could help treat COVID-19 in patients with mild to moderate symptoms. Aim of the Study The goal was to find out if taking oral bromhexine could reduce the viral load and improve symptoms in patients with active SARS-CoV-2 infection. How…

Study Overview This study focused on multiple sclerosis (MS), a chronic condition that creates caregiving challenges. It aimed to evaluate how a patient-centered empowerment program using telenursing could help individuals with MS manage their health better. Study Details The research was a double-blinded, randomized clinical trial with 90 participants diagnosed with MS for at least…

Background Chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL) is the most common type of leukaemia and weakens the immune system. New treatments, called Bruton tyrosine kinase inhibitors (BTKi), have greatly improved how we manage CLL. However, these treatments can reduce the body’s response to vaccines, including those for COVID-19. Study Purpose This study aimed to find out if…

Background Panic disorder is a serious anxiety condition where people experience intense fear of panic attacks without any clear reason. Agoraphobia, a related condition, involves fear of situations where escape might be hard. Both disorders can significantly affect a person’s life. A potential treatment is internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (iCBT), which can be accessed by…

Background Symptom checker apps (SCAs) help patients decide if they need medical care and what kind of care to seek. Previous studies focused mainly on how accurate and user-friendly these apps are. However, there has been little research on how these apps affect the quality of care, especially the interaction between patients and doctors. Objective…

Importance of Preventing Kidney Injuries Over 10% of patients in the US who undergo certain procedures face serious kidney injuries, leading to higher healthcare costs and health issues. Effective prevention methods exist, but they are not always followed, and we need to understand which methods are cost-effective. Study Objective The goal of this study was…

Introduction Sleep bruxism is when you clench or grind your teeth while sleeping. This can lead to tooth wear and jaw problems. The most common treatment is wearing an occlusal splint to help protect your teeth. Study Purpose This study looked at how much wear and pain different types of occlusal splints cause in people…

Study Overview This study explored how Ajwa dates can help improve the quality of life (QoL) and reduce inflammation in patients with schizophrenia who are taking risperidone, a common medication for this condition. Who Participated? The study involved 44 hospitalized patients aged 20 to 45 years, all diagnosed with schizophrenia. They were treated with risperidone…

Overview of Chronic Limb-Threatening Ischemia (CLTI) Chronic limb-threatening ischemia (CLTI) is a serious health issue affecting patients with poor blood flow in their legs. It can lead to significant pain and mobility challenges. What is Low-Intensity Pulsed Ultrasound (LIPUS)? Low-intensity pulsed ultrasound (LIPUS) is a non-invasive treatment that has been found to help improve conditions…