Negative / Null Result ReportOpen accessDiseases of the endocrine glands. Clinical endocrinology
Maiko Miyamoto, Aika Miya, Akinobu Nakamura et al. · 2026 · Journal of Diabetes Investigation
ABSTRACT Aims/Introduction We aimed to explore the short‐term effects of tofogliflozin on the insulin secretory capacity of people with type 2 diabetes. Materials and Methods We performed a multicenter, prospective, randomized, active‐controlled, open‐label, parallel‐group comparison study of people with type 2 diabetes aged 20–89 years, with hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) 6.5%–9.0%, not previously treated with antihyperglycemic agents. The participants were randomly assigned to a group that received 20 mg tofogliflozin per day or a group that received 500 mg metformin per day for 4 weeks. Fasting blo
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Maryam Amiri, Zahra Khademian, Reza Nikandish · 2018 · BMC Medical Education
Abstract Background The complexity of patients’ condition and treatment processes in intensive care units (ICUs) predisposes patients to more hazardous events. Effective patient safety culture is related to lowering the rate of patients’ complications and fewer adverse events. The present study aimed to determine the effect of empowering nurses and supervisors through an educational program on patient safety culture in adult ICUs. Methods A randomized controlled trial was conducted during April–September 2015 in 6 adult ICUs at Namazi Hospital, Shiraz, Iran. A total of 60 nurses and 20 supervi
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Weishen WANG, Wenhui LOU, Zhiwei XU et al. · 2023 · Journal of Advanced Research
Introduction: The value of extended lymphadenectomy in pancreatoduodenectomy (PD) has been discussed by five randomized controlled studies. However, the limitations in the studies made their conclusions not sufficiently reliable. Objectives: This multi-center randomized controlled study was designed to clarify the efficacy of extended lymphadenectomy in PD for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC). Methods: From December 2016 to October 2018, 170 consecutive patients undergoing PD were enrolled and randomized to standard or extended lymphadenectomy for the treatment of PDAC from three high-v
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Wongtangman, Reddy Janga, Azimaraghi et al. · 2026 · Critical care (London, England)
Patients recovering from cardiac surgery in the intensive care unit (ICU) do not sleep well. Commonly used sedative-hypnotic medications can disrupt sleep architecture and increase the risk of delirium in critically ill patients after…
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Se-Hee Min, Suk Hyung Choe, Won Shik Kim et al. · 2022 · Scientific Reports
Abstract Flap failure after microvascular reconstructive surgery is a rare but devastating complication caused by reperfusion injury and tissue hypoperfusion. Remote ischemic conditioning (RIC) provides protection against ischemia/reperfusion injury and reduces tissue infarction. We hypothesized that RIC would enhance flap oxygenation and exert organ-protective effects during head and neck free flap reconstructive surgery. Adult patients undergoing free flap transfer surgery for head and neck cancer were randomized to receive either RIC or sham-RIC during surgery. RIC consisted of four cycles
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Anusuya, Balaji, Manikandan · 2026 · Journal of Indian Society of Periodontology
Periodontal regeneration aims to restore the natural structure of the periodontium, therefore improving the long-term stability and function of the affected teeth. Traditional bone graft materials such as allografts, autografts,…
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Maryam Ahmadinezhad, Marzieh Kargar, Fatemeh Vizeshfar et al. · 2017 · Iranian Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Research
Background: Postmenopausal women experience a variety of symptoms, among which sleep disorder is one of the most common problems. Acupressure and Pilates exercise programs are effective nonpharmaceutical treatments which can improve sleep quality. In the present study, we aimed to compare the effects of acupressure and Pilates-based exercises on the sleep quality of postmenopausal women referred to medical clinics. Materials and Methods: In this single-blinded randomized controlled clinical trial, we recruited 108 women aged 40–60 years who were randomly assigned into one control and two inter
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Pang, Yan, Molton, James Steven, Ooi, Wei Tsang et al. · 2020 · JMIR mHealth and uHealth
BackgroundAs people living with HIV infection require lifelong treatment, nonadherence to medication will reduce their chance of maintaining viral suppression and increase the risk of developing drug resistance and HIV transmission. ObjectiveThis study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of a mobile app, Mobile Interactive Supervised Therapy (MIST), for improving adherence to oral HIV medications among HIV-infected adults in Singapore. MethodsWe conducted a two-group pilot randomized controlled trial (RCT) with a process evaluation, in which 40 HIV-infected participants with once-daily medication r
View details →DOI: 10.2196/15702 Replication FailureOpen accessDiseases of the digestive system. Gastroenterology
Ben-Gang Zhou, Ming-Wen Guo, Li-Juan Zhang et al. · 2024 · Therapeutic Advances in Gastroenterology
Background: The efficacy of the 14-day esomeprazole–amoxicillin (EA) dual therapy in eradicating Helicobacter pylori ( H. pylori ) has been widely discussed previously. Vonoprazan, a novel potassium-competitive acid blocker, presents rapid, potent, and long-lasting acid inhibitory effects compared to esomeprazole. However, there is currently a scarcity of direct comparisons between the 10-day vonoprazan–amoxicillin (VA) and the 14-day EA dual therapy for H. pylori eradication. Objectives: This study aimed to compare the efficacy and safety of the 10-day VA and the 14-day EA dual therapy for H.
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Tobias Lohaus, Sally Reckelkamm, Patrizia Thoma · 2024 · PLoS ONE
Objective Acquired brain injuries (ABIs), such as traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), often entail impairments of general cognition (e.g., memory, attention or executive functions) and social cognition (e.g. emotion recognition, theory of mind [ToM], social problem-solving). The availability of fully computerized interventions targeting sociocognitive deficits specifically in neurologically impaired patients is extremely limited. Therefore, the Treatment Program for Deficits in Social Cognition and Social Competencies of the Ruhr University Bochum (SoCoBo), a fully computerized online therapy des
View details →DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0294767 Negative / Null Result ReportOpen accessNutrition. Foods and food supply
Ye Li Lee, Sang Yeoup Lee, Sang Yeoup Lee et al. · 2022 · Frontiers in Nutrition
IntroductionOysters possess an excellent nutritional profile containing γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA). Previous data suggest that GABA is a potent bioactive compound for improving muscle health. Lactic acid fermentation is thought to increase GABA content. However, the effect of oral supplementation of fermented oyster extracts (FO) on human muscle strength and mass is unclear. Therefore, we tested the effects and safety of consumption of FO combined with regular walking for 12 weeks on muscle strength and mass in older adults with relatively low muscle mass.Materials and methodsA randomized cont
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Pimouguet C, Kret M, Francis-Oliviero F et al. · 2026 · Journal of Alzheimer's disease : JAD
BackgroundThere is increasing interest in non-pharmacological approaches to address the needs of patients with Alzheimer's disease and other dementia. However, previous research highlighted the need to adapt interventions to the healthcare…
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Michael R Gionfriddo, Yirui Hu, Bhumika Maddineni et al. · 2022 · JMIR Formative Research
BackgroundDespite routine review of medication lists during patient encounters, patients’ medication lists are often incomplete and not reflective of actual medication use. Contributing to this situation is the challenge of reconciling medication information from existing health records, along with external locations (eg, pharmacies, other provider/hospital records, and care facilities) and patient-reported use. Advances in the interoperability and digital collection of information provides a foundation for integration of these once disparate information sources. ObjectiveWe aim to evaluate th
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Neil K. R. Sehgal, Manuel Tonneau, Andy Tan et al. · 2025 · arXiv
Large language model (LLM) chatbots show increasing promise in persuasive communication. Yet their real-world utility remains uncertain, particularly in clinical settings where sustained conversations are difficult to scale. In a pre-registered randomized controlled trial, we enrolled 915 U.S. adults (ages 45-75) who had never completed colorectal cancer (CRC) screening. Participants were randomized to: (1) no message control, (2) expert-written patient materials, (3) single AI-generated message, or (4) a motivational interviewing chatbot. All participants were required to remain in their assi
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Liu, Yu, Gao et al. · 2026 · Drug design, development and therapy
To compare the analgesic efficacy and safety of deep, superficial and combined deep-superficial erector spinae plane block (ESPB) combined with subanesthetic-dose esketamine in patients undergoing percutaneous kyphoplasty (PKP). A total of…
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Kim M, Owens R, Tucker S et al. · 2026 · The Journal of nursing administration
Objective Evaluate the short-term effectiveness of interventions to address nurse leader resilience and well-being. Background Nurse leaders face unique stressors in their role. Evidence-based, feasible interventions are urgently needed.…
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Zheng, Chen, Sui et al. · 2026 · Drug design, development and therapy
Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) is associated with substantial postoperative pain and a high rate of postoperative nausea and vomiting. Tegileridine fumarate, a biased µ-opioid receptor agonist, may offer effective analgesia…
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Aziz R, Khoddami SM, Jalaie S et al. · 2026 · Journal of voice : official journal of the Voice Foundation
Objectives This study investigated the effects of four common semioccluded vocal tract exercises (SOVTEs)-tongue trill, lip trill, straw phonation, and water resistance therapy (WRT)-in primary muscle tension dysphonia (MTD). Study design…
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Rawal, Asawa, Das et al. · 2026 · Cureus
Background Gingivitis, a reversible inflammatory condition of the gingiva, is primarily caused by plaque accumulation. Chlorhexidine is the gold standard for plaque control, but it is associated with side effects on prolonged use.…
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Shah S, Kaul A, Pandey P et al. · 2026 · Indian pediatrics
Objectives To evaluate the efficacy of oral Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG (LGG) in reducing neonatal enterocolitis (NEC), sepsis and mortality in very low birth weight (VLBW) infants. Methods This open-label randomized controlled trial…
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Katheria, Lakshminrusimha, Morales et al. · 2026 · Pediatric research
We sought to evaluate oxidative changes in premature infants receiving 100% oxygen compared with 30% during deferred cord clamping (DCC). Premature infants born at 22 0/7 to 28 6/7 weeks received DCC in conjunction with either 30% (LO…
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Yang X, Zhu L, Chen R et al. · 2026 · Human reproduction open
Study question Does adding vaginal estradiol to standard progesterone luteal phase support improve ongoing pregnancy rates in normal-responder IVF/ICSI patients undergoing GnRH antagonist cycles? Summary answer The addition of vaginal…
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Ortiz-Gutiérrez S, Serralde-Zúñiga AE, González-Salazar LE et al. · 2026 · Scientific reports
Iron deficiency without anemia (IDNA) may be linked to obesity-related inflammation. Weight reduction and heme-iron intake from red meat are proposed to improve iron status. This randomized controlled trial (NCT06104800) assessed the…
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Wu BY, Hsu CY, Cheng YH · 2026 · Archives of physical medicine and rehabilitation
Objective To evaluate the efficacy of ultrasound-guided dextrose injection (DI) therapy for chronic anterior talofibular ligament sprain. Design A randomized, single-blinded controlled trial. Setting Participants were recruited from the…
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Chen, Wen, Zheng · 2026 · Shock (Augusta, Ga.)
Sepsis is a clinical syndrome marked by a dysregulated host response to infection, impairing oxygen delivery and utilization and causing organ dysfunction. Hypoxemia, which can cause significant tissue and organ damage, commonly occurs in…
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Chen, Spadaccini, Sahai et al. · 2026 · Endoscopy international open
Endoscopic ultrasound-guided choledochoduodenostomy using a lumen-apposing metal stent (EUS-CDSL) has been shown in randomized controlled trials (RCTs) to be effective compared with endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) in…
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Buis HT, Berger-Estilita J, Zirngast S et al. · 2026 · Journal of clinical monitoring and computing
Women with endometriosis are at increased risk of severe postoperative pain due to nociceptive sensitization. While multimodal analgesia reduces opioid use, the added value of objective nociception monitoring remains unclear. This study…
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Minkhorst K, Munn A, MacDermid J et al. · 2025 · Archives of physical medicine and rehabilitation
Objective To evaluate whether the addition of an orthosis improved the efficacy of cortisone injection for the nonoperative management of trigger finger. Design Block randomized controlled trial. Setting Outpatient hand clinic.…
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Belnap MA, Witkiewitz K, Schacht JP et al. · 2026 · Alcohol, clinical & experimental research
Background The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommends a minimum duration of 6 months for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) evaluating pharmacotherapies for alcohol use disorder (AUD). The relationship between trial length and…
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Ákos Bérczi, Fanni Éva Szablics, Anita Nelli Simon et al. · 2025 · Life
Digital subtraction angiography (DSA) remains an important reference modality for evaluating chronic limb-threatening ischemia (CLTI), with left transradial access (TRA) increasingly favored for its lower complication rates and patient comfort. Radiation safety for operators is paramount, yet the impact of patient positioning on scatter radiation during lower limb diagnostic catheter angiography (CA) is understudied. This single-center randomized controlled trial evaluated whether head-first (HF) vs. feet-first (FF) supine patient orientation affects operator radiation exposure during lower ex
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