Clinical trials

Understanding the Trial Results The study looked at whether a program combining special breathing exercises (called Oropharyngeal Myofunctional Therapy or OMT) and neck exercises could help people with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). OSA is a condition where breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep, which can affect sleep quality and overall health. […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study Results This study looked at how well current tests for esophageal cancer work, especially for different groups of people. It found that people with a specific type of lesion (called non-dysplastic Lugol’s unstained lesions, or ND-LULs) are at a higher risk of developing serious problems compared to those with normal tissue. This […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Mahjong Study for Patients with Schizophrenia What Was the Study About? This study looked at whether playing Mahjong, a traditional Chinese game, could help improve thinking skills in patients with schizophrenia. It involved 49 patients who were divided into two groups: one group played Mahjong along with their usual treatment, while the other […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study Results This study looked at how effective a special video training was for hospital staff in improving their skills to protect sensitive patient information. There were three groups in the study: Group 1: Watched the video with a focus on protecting their own personal data. Group 2: Watched the video with a […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This trial looked at whether combining low-molecular-weight heparin (LMWH) with insulin is better than using insulin alone for patients with a condition called hypertriglyceridemic acute pancreatitis, which is a serious inflammation of the pancreas linked to high triglyceride levels in the blood. What Worked? Both groups of patients (those receiving LMWH […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Impact of Anchoring Bias in Medical Decisions What is Anchoring Bias? Anchoring bias is when doctors rely too much on the first piece of information they receive when making a diagnosis. This can lead to mistakes, as they might overlook other important details. What Did the Study Find? The study looked at how […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Dupilumab Study Results This study looked at how well dupilumab works for children with asthma, especially those with moderate to severe symptoms. Here’s what we found: What Worked? Fewer Asthma Attacks: Children taking dupilumab had fewer severe asthma attacks compared to those who did not take it. For example, children with moderate asthma […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results What Worked? The trial showed that endolysin gel significantly improved symptoms of atopic dermatitis (AD), a common skin condition that causes itching, redness, and dryness. Participants using the gel had less severe skin lesions and lower levels of Staphylococcus aureus (a type of bacteria often found in skin infections). The gel […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Stress Management Trial for Breast Cancer Patients What Was the Trial About? This trial tested two online programs designed to help manage stress for women who have had breast cancer. The programs are: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBI): A method that helps you change negative thoughts and behaviors. Mindfulness-Based Intervention (MBI): A practice that […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This study looked at two treatments for fungal keratitis, an eye infection caused by fungi. The treatments compared were: Topical caspofungin 0.5% Topical voriconazole 1% What Worked? Both treatments showed promise, but voriconazole had better results: 100% of patients treated with voriconazole healed completely. Only 70.6% of patients treated with caspofungin […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the ALIFAST Trial Results What Was the Trial About? The ALIFAST Trial studied how using an ultrasound called FAST (Focused Assessment with Sonography for Trauma) early can help patients with severe injuries in hospitals with limited resources, like those in low- and middle-income countries. What Did the Trial Find? Lower Death Rates: Patients who […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This study looked at two treatments for women with eating disorders: the Body Project Treatment (BPT) and Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT). The goal was to see if BPT would help reduce unhealthy eating behaviors and feelings about body image more than IPT. What Worked? Better Responses: Women who received BPT showed a […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Breast Cancer Screening Trial This article talks about a study done in Mumbai, India, to see how effective clinical breast exams are for detecting breast cancer early. The study lasted 20 years, from 1998 to 2019. It aimed to find out if these exams could help lower breast cancer deaths compared to no […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results What Worked? Salbutamol, a medication that helps with muscle growth and insulin sensitivity, was shown to improve how the body uses sugar by 21% when insulin is present. It reduced the loss of important building blocks for muscles (amino acids) during two days of arm immobilization. What Didn’t Work? Salbutamol did […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study Results This study looked at two ways to check if an endotracheal tube (ETT) is placed correctly in overweight and obese patients. The ETT is a tube inserted into the windpipe to help patients breathe during surgery. It’s important to confirm it’s in the right place quickly and accurately. What Worked? Tracheal […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This study looked at two at-home teeth whitening products: Beyke iWhite (which contains 8% carbamide peroxide) and Invisalign (which contains 3% hydrogen peroxide). The goal was to see how well they whiten teeth, how much tooth sensitivity they cause, and how they affect overall oral health and quality of life. What […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This study looked at how virtual reality (VR) and hypnosis can help reduce anxiety for patients undergoing a bone marrow aspiration biopsy (BMAB). Here’s what we found: What Worked? The VR group reported feeling less anxious right after using the VR experience. Patients who were younger and had fewer health issues […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the SOLACE2 Trial Results The SOLACE2 trial looked at how well different treatments work for women with platinum-sensitive recurrent ovarian cancer. The main goal was to see if a combination of drugs could help patients live longer without their cancer getting worse. What Treatments Were Tested? Olaparib: A drug that helps stop cancer cells […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study Results This study looked at how safe and effective a medicine called upadacitinib is for Japanese patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who did not get enough relief from traditional treatments. The study lasted for 5 years and included patients who were given different doses of upadacitinib or a placebo (a fake treatment). […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This study looked at how using a special blood test called high-sensitivity cardiac troponin can help doctors quickly assess patients who might have heart problems. The goal was to see if this method could help patients leave the emergency room faster and if those sent home were safe. What Worked? Faster […] ➡️➡️➡️