Clinical trials

Understanding the Study Results The study looked at how acceptable home-based HPV self-sampling is for cervical cancer screening in the West region of Cameroon. This means women could collect their own samples at home instead of going to a clinic. Here’s what we found: High Acceptance: About 77.5% of participants liked the idea of home […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study Results This study looked at how combining two treatments—blood flow restriction training (BFRT) and electrical muscle stimulation (EMS)—can help football players with knee osteoarthritis (KOA) improve their muscle strength and sports performance. What Worked? The group that used both BFRT and EMS showed the best results in speed and strength tests. They […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results The study looked at two ways of starting kidney replacement therapy (KRT) for critically ill patients with severe kidney issues. It compared: Accelerated KRT: Starting treatment quickly. Standard KRT: Starting treatment at a more typical pace. What Worked? Overall, the standard KRT approach cost more but also resulted in better patient […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study Results This study looked at two types of extracorporeal shock-wave therapy (ESWT) for treating myofascial pain syndrome (MPS), which causes pain in specific muscle areas known as trigger points. The two types were: Radial ESWT (R-ESWT): Waves spread out more, affecting surface areas. Focused ESWT (F-ESWT): Waves go deeper into the tissue, […] ➡️➡️➡️

Trial Results Overview This study looked at how different types of exercise and pain education affect people with knee osteoarthritis (OA). Here’s what they found: What Worked All types of exercise (lower body, upper body, and aerobic) helped reduce pain sensitivity after workouts. Participants generally accepted the training methods and the pain education provided. Only […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study Results This study looked at how mean arterial pressure (MAP), which is a measure of blood pressure, affects women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) who are trying to get pregnant. Here’s what we found: What Worked: Higher MAP was linked to higher body weight, waist size, and levels of certain hormones and […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This study looked at two different treatments for young patients with a specific dental issue called skeletal class III malocclusion, which means their upper jaw is narrower than their lower jaw. The treatments compared were: BAIMT/RME: Bone-anchored intermaxillary traction combined with rapid maxillary expansion. RMR/SME: Removable mandibular retractor combined with slow […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This study looked at a new treatment approach for older patients with frailty who have just been diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer. The goal was to see if using less dexamethasone (a steroid) could still be effective while reducing side effects. What Worked? The combination of daratumumab […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study on Colloidal Oatmeal for Kids with Atopic Dermatitis What is Atopic Dermatitis? Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a common skin condition that causes itchy and inflamed skin. It affects about 15% to 20% of children. What Did the Study Test? This study looked at how well a cream and baby wash containing 1% […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This study compared two types of creams for treating atopic dermatitis (AD), a common skin condition. The creams are: Ruxolitinib Cream (1.5%): A nonsteroidal cream. Triamcinolone Cream (0.1%): A mild steroid cream. Key Findings: More patients using ruxolitinib cream noticed significant improvement in their skin compared to those using triamcinolone cream […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study on Melasma Treatment What is Melasma? Melasma is a skin condition that causes dark patches, usually on the face. It can be hard to treat and often comes back after treatment. What Was Tested? This study looked at a new skin serum that contains: Vitamin B3: Helps to improve skin health. 2-Mercaptonicotinyl […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study Results This study looked at how stretching a specific part of the body, called the latissimus dorsi-thoracolumbar fascia (LD-TLF), can help people with chronic low back pain (CLBP). Here’s what they found: What Worked: Patients who did LD-TLF stretching along with regular physiotherapy showed better results. They had less pain and could […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results The study looked at a new way to help manage pain after knee surgery called the direct adductor canal block (D-ACB). Here’s what we found: What Worked? The D-ACB method reduced the need for opioids (strong painkillers) after total knee arthroplasty (TKA). Patients who had D-ACB experienced less pain and did […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the SUGAR Handshake Trial What is the SUGAR Handshake? The SUGAR Handshake is a program led by pharmacists aimed at helping older adults with type 2 diabetes avoid low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia). This study looked at how well the program worked and how it could be used in more places. What Were the Results? […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Research Results This study looked at three common eye surgeries for correcting nearsightedness (myopia): TransPRK, SMILE, and FS-LASIK. Here’s what the results mean for you and your eye care clinic: What Worked? Good Vision: All three procedures helped most patients achieve clear vision without glasses or contact lenses six months after surgery. Better […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This study looked at how montelukast (ML), a medication usually used for asthma, might help protect the heart from damage caused by doxorubicin (DOX), a drug used to treat breast cancer. The results showed that using ML alongside DOX can lower certain heart-related markers in patients. What Worked? Heart Protection: Patients […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results The study tested a mobile app called MITHRA, designed to help women in self-help groups manage depression. Here’s what we found: What Worked? MITHRA was easy to use and many women liked it. About 96% of participants completed at least half of the app’s modules. Women using MITHRA showed a significant […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Research on Progestin and Cholesterol in Endometrial Cancer Progestin is a key treatment option for women with endometrial cancer and its early form, endometrial atypical hyperplasia. However, some patients do not respond well to this treatment. This study looked into why that happens, focusing on the role of cholesterol in the body. What […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the HPV Self-Testing Trial Results What Worked? The trial showed that sending HPV self-sampling kits directly to women who are due for cervical cancer screening was very effective. This method not only increased the number of women getting screened but also saved money compared to other strategies. What Didn’t Work? Other methods, like just […] ➡️➡️➡️

Study Overview This study looked at whether whole-body vibration (WBV) could help improve hand movement skills in healthy people. WBV is a treatment where the body is exposed to vibrations that can help muscles react better. The main goal was to see if this method could make tasks requiring fine motor skills easier. What Happened […] ➡️➡️➡️