Clinical trials

Understanding the NEXTAC-TWO Trial Results What Was the Trial About? The NEXTAC-TWO trial looked at whether a special program combining nutrition and exercise could help older patients with advanced pancreatic or non-small cell lung cancer live without needing extra care for a longer time. This program included home exercises and nutritional advice, along with supplements […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study Results This study looked at two types of dyes used in a procedure called sentinel lymph node biopsy, which is important for breast cancer patients. The two dyes are: Nanocarbon: A new type of dye. Methylene Blue: A traditional dye used for many years. What Worked? Nanocarbon showed better results: It had […] ➡️➡️➡️

Overview of the Study This study looked at a treatment called nebulized dexmedetomidine, which was given to patients before a procedure known as flexible bronchoscopy (FOB). FOB is a test that helps doctors see inside the lungs. The goal was to see if this treatment could help reduce coughing during the procedure. What Worked? Nebulized […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This trial looked at how different amounts of iron in multiple micronutrient supplements (MMS) can help prevent anemia in pregnant women. Anemia is when you don’t have enough healthy red blood cells, which can be harmful for both mothers and babies. What Worked? MMS with 60 mg and 45 mg of […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatment What Was the Study About? This study compared two treatments for carpal tunnel syndrome: surgery and corticosteroid injections. The goal was to see which treatment helps patients recover better over 18 months. What Did the Study Find? Surgery Works Better: 61% of patients who had surgery […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study Results This study looked at how health advice related to climate change is received by patients. It compared two types of advice: one focused only on health and the other on both health and climate benefits. The goal was to see which type of advice people found more acceptable. What Worked? Advice […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study Results This study looked at how well machine learning can help predict which patients with schizophrenia will respond to treatment for sleep problems. The researchers used data from a previous trial involving 120 patients who were given a medication called ramelteon to help with their sleep. What Worked? The best prediction method […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This research looked at how to understand pain levels in people with rheumatoid arthritis using a specific health questionnaire. It aimed to connect disability scores from the Health Assessment Questionnaire (HAQ) to a pain scale that measures discomfort (Visual Analogue Scale or VAS). Here’s what the results mean for patients and […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This study looked at how a combination of curcumin and piperine could help patients with sepsis, a serious condition caused by infections. The trial involved 66 patients in intensive care, where some received the curcumin-piperine treatment and others received a placebo (a dummy treatment). What Worked? The curcumin-piperine group had fewer […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study Results This study looked at how weight loss affects a liver condition called metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) in people who are obese and have prediabetes or type 2 diabetes (T2D). The main focus was on a substance in the body called Interleukin-1β (IL-1β), which is known to play a role […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results What Worked? The trial showed that N-acetyl-l-leucine (NALL) can help slow down the progression of Niemann-Pick disease type C (NPC) in both children and adults. After 12 months, patients taking NALL had a significant reduction in disease progression compared to what was expected based on past studies. After 18 months, the […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study on Pain Control After Laminoplasty What is Laminoplasty? Laminoplasty is a common surgery used to treat a condition called cervical spondylotic myelopathy, which affects the spinal cord in the neck. After this surgery, many patients experience significant pain, which can slow down their recovery. What Was the Study About? This study looked […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This study looked at how well a combination of Hormone Replacement Therapy (Femoston) and an antidepressant (escitalopram) works for perimenopausal women who struggle with chronic insomnia. Here’s what the results mean for patients and clinics. What Worked? The combination of Femoston and escitalopram helped improve sleep quality for women with chronic […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This study looked at how power training (PT) can help older women with sarcopenic obesity, which means they have low muscle mass and extra fat. The trial lasted 32 weeks and involved 40 women, average age 77 years. They were divided into three groups: one did power training, another did a […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study This research looked at a new tool called Future Health Today (FHT) that helps doctors in general practice follow up with patients who might have undiagnosed cancer. The study aimed to find out how well this tool worked and what challenges were faced when using it. What Worked? The clinical decision support […] ➡️➡️➡️

Overview of the CBART Study The Central-boost Ablative Radiation Therapy (CBART) study is a clinical trial looking at a new way to treat large tumors or tumors close to the digestive system. This treatment uses a special type of radiation to focus a strong dose right at the center of the tumor while giving a […] ➡️➡️➡️

Study Overview This study looked at how well Xuesaitong works when combined with certain health supplements, called nutraceuticals, to help people with diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN). DPN is a condition that causes pain and numbness in the feet and legs due to diabetes. What Was Done Researchers conducted a 12-week trial with 140 patients who […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results The study tested a new way to help doctors choose the best medications for eye diseases using a Deep Neural Network (DNN). This technology helps create personalized treatment plans for patients. What Worked? The DNN helped doctors select the right medications more accurately. Patients who received DNN-aided treatment showed better vision […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study Results This study looked at how combining medicine with behavioral therapy can help children with autism. The researchers wanted to see if this approach could improve the lives of children aged 3-8 years who were hospitalized for autism treatment. What Worked? The experimental group, which received both medication and behavioral therapy, showed […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study on Dry Eye Disease Treatments Dry eye disease (DED) is a common issue that causes discomfort and problems with tear production. This study looked at two treatments: herbal fumigation and acupoint therapy, and how they work together to help patients with DED. What Worked? The combination of herbal fumigation and acupoint therapy […] ➡️➡️➡️