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Clinical trials and research at Cairo University
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 349 clinical trials run by Cairo University that are recruiting, at sites in 5 countries (most in Egypt (342), Saudi Arabia (3), Lebanon (3)). 16 were first registered in the last 30 days. By phase: Phase 2 (10), Phase 4 (9), Phase 3 (6), Early Phase 1 (3). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
- 349Clinical trials
- 16New in 30 days
- 5Countries
Newest trials
All recruiting trials (newest 150 of 349)
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Gyrotonic exercise for elders with breast cancer and Behcet disease
We’re testing whether a gyrotonic exercise program helps older people who have both Behcet disease and breast cancer.
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Palatal Shield Technique to Reduce Pain and Improve Healing After Free Gingival Graft
This randomized trial tests whether a collagen sponge with a protective palatal shield made of flowable resin helps reduce pain and improve healing after free gingival graft harvest.
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Virtual Reality and Mental Practice to Improve Balance and Walking in Relapsing MS
This study tests whether virtual reality training or mental practice can improve balance and walking in people with relapsing–remitting multiple sclerosis.
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Video Microscope vs Loupe-Assist in Varicocelectomy
This study tests whether using a video telescopic operating microscope (VITOM) provides better outcomes and surgeon satisfaction than loupe-assisted varicocelectomy in adult men with grade II/III varicoceles.
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Isometric Handgrip Training Before and After Heart Surgery to Boost Recovery
This study tests whether gentle handgrip exercise before and after open-heart surgery helps people recover their physical ability and autonomic function.
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crisaborole 2% versus tacrolimus 0.1% with light therapy for facial vitiligo
This study tests whether applying crisaborole 2% ointment can improve stable facial vitiligo in children and adults and whether it is as safe and effective as tacrolimus 0.1% when combined with light therapy.
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Bone plate design for mandible fractures: patient-specific versus conventional plates
This trial tests whether custom, CAD/CAM-made titanium plates help bone density recover better after fixing mandibular body fractures than standard plates.
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PRP Injection vs Physiologic Saline for Myofascial Pain
This study tests whether platelet-rich plasma injections work differently than standard saline injections to help people with myofascial pain symptoms.
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Gait Changes in Breast Cancer Patients Receiving Chemotherapy
This study tests how chemotherapy affects walking and balance in women with breast cancer.
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Smartphone Overuse and Neck Pain in Galala University Students
A group of university students with mechanical neck pain who use smartphones daily will be examined to see if heavy phone use is linked to how bad their neck pain feels.
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Gastrocnemius plane block for foot and ankle surgery
This study tests whether a gastrocnemius plane block can reduce pain after foot and ankle surgery and lessen the use of opioid pain medicines in adults.
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Minimally invasive treatment with i-PRF and xenograft for Class II furcation defects in mandibular molars
This study tests whether using injectable platelet-rich fibrin (i-PRF) with or without a xenograft can improve healing for Class II furcation defects in lower molars after periodontal therapy.
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VR exergames vs spinal manipulation for chronic nonspecific low back pain
A single-session comparison to see if virtual reality exercise games or spinal manipulation provide better immediate relief for chronic nonspecific low back pain.
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Full-thickness vs progressive myotomy in POEM for achalasia
This trial tests whether a full-thickness myotomy during POEM works better than a partial, progressive approach for people with achalasia, to see which method better relieves symptoms with fewer side effects.
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Virtual reality rehab with early active mobilization after flexor tendon repair
This study tests whether adding virtual reality–based rehabilitation to an early active mobilization plan helps people recover finger movement, strength, and less pain after flexor tendon repair.
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Low-Load Blood Flow Restriction Training for Colorectal Cancer Survivors with Sarcopenia
This trial tests whether adding blood flow restriction to light resistance training improves muscle strength, function, and cancer-related fatigue in colorectal cancer survivors with probable sarcopenia.
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Impact of inspiratory muscle training after burn injury
This study tests whether inspiratory muscle training helps people who have had burn injuries and inhalation damage improve breathing and physical function.
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Digital cardiac rehab to help heart attack patients improve function
A digital health–supported cardiac rehabilitation program is being tested to see if it helps people after a heart attack improve fitness and stay engaged with rehab, compared with standard outpatient rehab.
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Plyometric training added to standard rehab after ACL reconstruction
This study tests whether adding plyometrics to the usual rehab after ACL reconstruction helps improve leg strength and function in adults aged 18–40.
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Isokinetic vs Plyometric Training After ACL Reconstruction
This trial tests whether isokinetic or plyometric training, added after standard rehab, best improves strength, function, and patient-reported outcomes in adults 18–40 after ACL reconstruction.
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Relation Between Swimming Stroke Types and Shoulder Movement in Young Competitive Swimmers
This study tests whether a swimmer’s chosen stroke is linked to scapular movement and shoulder muscle strength in healthy competitive swimmers aged 13–19.
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Calcium Gluconate-Activated PRP vs. Non-Activated PRP for ADD with Reduction
This trial tests whether activating PRP with calcium gluconate before a retrodiscal injection helps reduce TMJ pain and improve mouth opening in adults with anterior disc displacement with reduction.
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Acceptance for Virtual Reality in Upper Limb Rehab in Arabic
This project tests an Arabic questionnaire to see how patients with shoulder problems feel about using virtual reality in upper limb rehab.
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TECAR therapy added to physical therapy for chronic discogenic sciatica
This study tests whether adding TECAR therapy to a standard physical therapy program helps reduce pain and improve function in adults with chronic discogenic sciatica.
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Recall and Perceived Usefulness of Ganzouri vs LEMON for Airway Checks
We’re testing whether anesthesia residents recall and feel Ganzouri’s airway scoring or LEMON is more applicable for predicting difficult airways.
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Conservative Overlay Restoration vs Conventional Crown for Endodontically Treated Back Teeth
This study tests whether a conservative lithium disilicate overlay with a fiber-reinforced composite core can protect root canal treated back teeth as well as the traditional fiber post, core, and full-coverage crown.
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MINST with or without e-PRF for intrabony periodontal defects
This trial tests whether adding Extended Platelet-Rich Fibrin (e-PRF) to a minimally invasive non-surgical technique (MINST) improves bone and gum healing in adults with periodontal intrabony defects.
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Gyrotonic exercise for adolescents with lupus who survived intensive care
This study tests whether a Gyrotonic exercise program can help teenagers with childhood-onset lupus who recently survived an intensive care stay and may have lingering post-ICU symptoms.
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Low-Calorie Diet in adolescents with Familial Mediterranean Fever and metabolic syndrome
A group of adolescents with both FMF and metabolic syndrome will try a low-calorie diet for 3 months to see if it helps manage metabolic symptoms.
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Exercise for Metabolic Syndrome and Fatty Liver in Adolescent Girls with Celiac Disease
This study tests whether a 3-month walking program helps improve metabolic syndrome and fatty liver in adolescent females with celiac disease.
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Changing the Bone-Grafting Sequence in Sinus Lifting with Implants
This trial tests whether placing bone grafting before the dental implant during sinus lifting helps bone density and implant stability in adults with at least 5 mm of vertical bone in the upper jaw.
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Graded Cognitive Load and How It Affects Mobility in Older Adults
This study tests how different levels of mental demand during movement affect how well people aged 60 and up can walk and move safely.
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Two-Stage Sinus Lift with Osseodensification: Allograft vs Autogenous-Xenograft in Severely Atrophic Posterior Maxilla
This trial tests whether using allograft alone or a mix of autogenous bone and xenograft during a two-stage osseodensification sinus lift helps people with very little bone height in the upper jaw.
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Physical Performance and Quality of Life in Children With Brain Tumors: A Comparison to Healthy Kids
This study tests physical performance and quality of life in children ages 7–10 with posterior fossa brain tumors and compares them to healthy peers.
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Sensorimotor Training to Improve Gait in People with Disc-Related Sciatica
This study tests whether adding sensorimotor training to standard physical therapy can improve gait and function in adults with chronic discogenic sciatica.
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QL Block vs EO Plane Block for Pain After Open Kidney Removal
In adults undergoing open nephrectomy, researchers will compare two ultrasound-guided nerve blocks (transmuscular quadratus lumborum vs external oblique plane) to see which provides better pain relief and less need for intravenous morphine after surgery.
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Sensory integration to help balance and movement in kids with Down syndrome
Aimed at seeing if adding sensory integration to physical therapy helps improve gross motor skills and balance in children with Down syndrome.
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Compare TAP block vs ESP block for pain after laparoscopic kidney surgery
Adults undergoing laparoscopic renal surgery will try either a TAP block or an ESP block to see which one better controls pain after surgery.
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Postural Correction Exercises and Muscle Activity in Forward Head Posture
This study tests whether a 10-week program of targeted postural exercises changes facial and neck muscle activity in people with forward head posture.
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Reverse Fly Exercise for Supraspinatus Tendinitis in Women on Aromatase Inhibitors After Mastectomy
This study tests whether adding reverse fly exercises to standard tendonitis therapy helps relief in women aged 50–70 who had mastectomy and are on aromatase inhibitors.
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AI-assisted measurement of gummy smiles from photos
A computer program using artificial intelligence will try to identify and measure gummy smiles from patient photos to see if its measurements match those of expert dentists.
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Aquatic vs. land-based exercise for lipedema in women
This trial tests whether supervised pool workouts or equivalent land-based exercise improve walking ability and symptoms more than standard care for women with lipedema.
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AI-driven rehabilitation vs traditional physical therapy for low back dysfunction
This study tests whether an artificial intelligence–driven rehab program can improve pain, function, and quality of life more than standard physical therapy in adults with long-standing low back dysfunction.
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Aerobic vs. Resistance Exercise for Lung Function in Quarry Workers
This trial tests whether aerobic exercise or resistance training improves lung function and daily living more than routine treatment in male quarry workers.
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Trans-spinal Electromagnetic Neuromodulation added to physical therapy for discogenic L5-S1 radiculopathy
This study tests whether adding trans-spinal electromagnetic neuromodulation to standard physical therapy helps people with unilateral disc-related lower back nerve pain.
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Virtual reality exercise for teens with thoracic hyperkyphosis
This study tests whether VR-based posture training helps improve kyphosis angles and quality of life in adolescents with thoracic hyperkyphosis.
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Core strengthening added to shoulder training for faster tennis serves
In healthy tennis players, adding core exercises to shoulder training is tested to see if it makes flat serve speed faster.
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Core stability and foot exercises for chronic ankle instability
This study tests whether combining core stability training with intrinsic foot muscle exercises helps improve balance, proprioception, and foot function in people with chronic ankle instability.
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AI-assisted gender prediction from the jawbone using CBCT measurements
A retrospective study tests whether AI can predict a person’s gender from measurements of the mandible taken from existing CBCT scans.
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Minimally Invasive Injectable Platelet Concentrate for Deep Pockets in Periodontitis
This study tests whether adding injectable platelet concentrate to a minimally invasive nonsurgical procedure can reduce deep periodontal pockets in people with intrabony defects.
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Intermittent Ephedrine Boluses to Prevent Postinduction Hypotension in High-Risk Major Abdominal Surgery
This trial tests whether giving small, regular ephedrine doses around induction can prevent low blood pressure after anesthesia in older, higher-risk patients undergoing major abdominal surgery.
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5 vs 10 mcg norepinephrine bolus for postinduction hypotension in emergency abdominal surgery
Researchers are testing whether a 5 mcg norepinephrine bolus works as well as a 10 mcg bolus to treat low blood pressure right after induction in patients undergoing emergency abdominal surgery.
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Lower vs higher ketamine doses to reduce the oculocardiac reflex in eye surgery
A single-dose comparison tests whether 0.5 mg/kg IV ketamine works as well as 0.75 mg/kg IV for lowering the oculocardiac reflex in adults having eye surgery.
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Diet Restriction for Behcet's Disease with Tinnitus in Obesity
A low-calorie diet is tested to see if it helps people with Behcet’s disease who are overweight and have tinnitus.
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Physical activity program for women with metabolic syndrome and Behçet disease
This study tests whether a structured treadmill walking program helps women with metabolic syndrome and Behçet disease compared with a waitlist group.
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Diaphragmatic Breathing to Improve Sleep in Women with PCOS
This study tests whether diaphragmatic breathing exercises can improve sleep quality for women with PCOS who have sleep problems.
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Ketamine or Dexmedetomidine as an Additive to Scalp Block for Brain Tumor Surgery
This trial tests whether adding ketamine or dexmedetomidine to bupivacaine for scalp blocks improves pain control after supratentorial brain tumor removal.
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Breathing Techniques to Support Stress and Resilience in Physical Therapy Students
This study tests whether diaphragmatic breathing and box breathing can help stressed physical therapy students improve heart rate variability and feel less stressed.
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Core-based movement plus nutrition for stress and metabolic health in overweight women with functional constipation
This study tests whether an 8-week core-based exercise program plus nutritional counseling improves stress, cortisol, and lipid levels in overweight women with functional constipation.
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Core stability vs scapular stabilization for hand grip in chronic myofascial neck pain
This trial tests whether core stability exercises or scapular stabilization exercises improve hand grip strength in people with chronic myofascial neck pain.
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Kinetic Control vs Dynamic Taping for the Big Toe in Indoor Athletes with Functional Hallux Limitus
This trial tests whether adding kinetic control retraining or dynamic taping to usual care helps improve toe joint motion, strength, running pattern, jump performance, and injury prevention in indoor-sport athletes with functional hallux limitus.
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Modified PENG plus SSNB vs Interscalene block for Bankart and Latarjet surgery
This trial tests whether a Modified PENG block with a Suprascapular Nerve Block provides similar pain relief to an Interscalene block for adults having Bankart repair or Latarjet surgery.
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Lower-extremity constraint therapy to improve walking in children with hemiplegic CP
This study tests modified constraint-induced movement therapy for improving how children with spastic hemiplegic cerebral palsy walk.
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Mulligan Mobilization vs. PNF for Subacromial Impingement Syndrome
This trial tests whether adding Mulligan mobilization or proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation to standard physical therapy helps adults with Subacromial Impingement Syndrome.
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Dexmedetomidine vs magnesium with lidocaine for eye block during DCR surgery
This trial tests whether adding dexmedetomidine or magnesium sulfate to lidocaine for a preemptive peribulbar block can better manage blood pressure and heart rate in adults undergoing DCR surgery under general anesthesia.
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Mulligan Cervical SNAGs to help balance in chronic neck pain with mobility deficits
This trial tests whether adding Mulligan cervical SNAGs to conventional exercises can improve balance and reduce pain for adults with chronic neck pain and mobility issues.
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Kinesio Taping vs McConnell Taping for Patellofemoral Pain: Adding Taping to a Hip-Knee Exercise Program
This study tests whether Kinesio or McConnell taping, when added to a standardized hip-knee exercise plan, helps people 18–50 with patellofemoral pain more than exercise alone.
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Radial Shockwave Therapy Plus Exercise for Iliotibial Band Syndrome
This study tests whether adding radial extracorporeal shockwave therapy to a standard ITBS exercise program can reduce knee pain and improve leg function in active adults with ITBS.
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High-intensity Laser Therapy vs Shock Wave for Chronic Supraspinatus Tendinopathy
This study will test whether high-intensity laser therapy or extracorporeal shock wave therapy more effectively changes tendon thickness and improves shoulder pain and function in adults with chronic supraspinatus tendinopathy.
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Does adding hyperbaric oxygen to a structured exercise program help arthritis-like pains in breast cancer survivors on aromatase inhibitors?
This study tests whether adding hyperbaric oxygen therapy to a regular exercise program reduces musculoskeletal pain in elderly breast cancer survivors taking aromatase inhibitors.
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Inspiring Breath: Training for Behçet Patients After Pulmonary Endarterectomy
This trial tests whether a 12-week program of inspiratory muscle training helps adolescents with Behçet disease after pulmonary endarterectomy.
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High-Power Laser Therapy for Cervical Radiculopathy: See if it improves neck‑arm pain and disc health
This study tests whether high‑power laser therapy can improve disc morphology and daily function in adults with cervical radiculopathy.
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Hand function after TECAR therapy for post-burn carpal tunnel syndrome
This study tests whether TECAR therapy can improve hand function and reduce pain for adults with carpal tunnel syndrome that developed after a hand burn.
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Predicting Orthodontic Extraction Decisions in Permanent Dentition using Ashley Howe’s Analysis
This study tests whether Ashley Howe’s analysis can predict if extraction will be chosen for orthodontic patients with dental crowding at the permanent dentition stage.
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Prosthetic options for full-arch implant cases in complete tooth loss: zirconia vs titanium frameworks
This trial tests whether full-arch screw-retained implants with monolithic zirconia frameworks perform better or worse than CNC-milled titanium frameworks with a zirconia superstructure in people who have no teeth.
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Post-operative pain after stabilizing free gingival grafts using titanium tacks vs sutures around natural teeth
This trial tests whether using titanium tacks to stabilize free gingival grafts causes less post-operative pain than traditional sutures in adults needing gum tissue augmentation.
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Task-oriented training with ankle stimulation to improve balance in children with hemiparesis
This study tests whether combining task-focused training with electrical stimulation of the ankle dorsiflexor muscles helps improve balance in children with hemiparesis.
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Rhombod Intercostal Sub-Serratus Plane Block vs External Oblique Intercostal Block for Open Nephrectomy
This study tests whether the rhomboid intercostal sub-serratus plane block helps patients need less pain relief sooner after open nephrectomy compared with the external oblique intercostal block.
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Isokinetic Profile of Ankle Muscles in Chronic Non-Specific Low Back Pain Patients
This study tests how ankle muscle performance differs in men with chronic non-specific low back pain compared with typical expectations, using isokinetic testing to explore links between pain, function, and fatigue.
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FACE-APPS approach to improve iron in adolescent girls in marginalized communities
This study tests a blended program of face-to-face counseling and mobile app activities to see if it improves iron levels in adolescent girls with iron deficiency.
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Combined resistance training and high-protein diet to help frailty in sarcopenic obesity women
This trial tests whether adding supervised resistance exercise to a high-protein diet helps frailty in obese, sarcopenic women.
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Ketofol vs Ketodex for preventing delirium after major cancer surgery in older adults
This study tests whether ketofol or ketodex reduce postoperative delirium in patients aged 60 and older undergoing open pelvic-abdominal cancer surgery, compared with standard care.
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Electric cardiometry-guided fluid therapy during robotic prostatectomy
This study tests whether using an electrical cardiometry device to guide fluid administration during robotic prostatectomy improves patient care compared with a standard fluid approach.
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Pilates exercises to improve balance, fatigue, and quality of life after kidney transplant
This study tests whether adding Pilates to standard physical therapy helps people aged 20–50 after a kidney transplant feel steadier, less fatigued, and have a better quality of life.
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Endermologie-augmented physiotherapy after liposuction for lower-limb lipedema
This study tests whether adding Endermologie to standard postoperative physiotherapy helps women recover better after liposuction for lower-limb lipedema.
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Foot reflexology added to standard physical therapy for fibromyalgia in Egyptian women
This trial tests whether adding foot reflexology to usual physical therapy helps reduce pain and improve sleep in Egyptian women with fibromyalgia.
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Gastric Fundal Treatment Plus Antral Myotomy for Weight Loss in Obesity
This study tests GFMA plus BEAM to see if they help people with obesity lose weight.
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Blood Flow Restriction Training vs Pilates for Subacromial Impingement
In people with subacromial impingement, this study tests whether adding low-load blood flow restriction training or Pilates to standard therapy helps reduce pain and improve shoulder function.
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Acupoint TENS vs. Resistance Training for Iron Deficiency Anemia in Women
This trial tests whether acupoint transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (Acu-TENS) or resistance exercise, in addition to standard care, can raise hemoglobin levels in women with iron deficiency anemia.
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Does adding thoracolumbar fascia release help people with forward head posture
This test sees if adding a thoracolumbar fascia release treatment to standard care can improve head posture in young adults with forward head posture.
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Forward head posture and its effect on balance and walking in young adults
This study tests whether young adults with forward head posture differ from peers with normal posture in balance and walking patterns.
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Intracanal Medications for Postoperative Pain After Endodontic Treatment in Necrotic Teeth
This trial tests whether ibuprofen, nitrofurantoin, or calcium hydroxide inside the tooth can reduce postoperative pain after root canal treatment in adults with dead (necrotic) lower back teeth.
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Bilateral ESPB versus OSTAPB for postoperative pain after colorectal surgery
This study tests whether, after open colorectal surgery, an ultrasound-guided bilateral erector spinae plane block works better or the bilateral OSTAP block works better for controlling pain.
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Binge eating, depression, and anxiety after sleeve gastrectomy vs gastric bypass
This study tests whether sleeve gastrectomy or gastric bypass leads to different changes in binge eating, depression, and anxiety in adults with severe obesity.
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SP-D in GCF: Change after MINST in periodontitis
This study tests whether levels of Surfactant Protein D in gum fluid change after a minimally invasive non-surgical periodontal treatment in adults with periodontitis.
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Additive Physical Activity for Hypothyroidism in Older Women with Glaucoma and Fatty Liver
We’re testing whether adding a treadmill-based exercise program to standard thyroid treatment helps improve health in older women who have subclinical hypothyroidism, glaucoma, and fatty liver.
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SHAPE vs. Milligan-Mordon hemorrhoidectomy for advanced hemorrhoids
This trial tests whether Skin-Sparing Hemorrhoidectomy and PExy (SHAPE) works as well as the conventional Milligan-Morgan procedure for adults with severe hemorrhoids.
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Sensory Walkway Training to Improve Gait in Children with Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy
This study tests whether adding a textured sensory walkway to standard physical therapy helps improve walking in children with spastic diplegic cerebral palsy.
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Gingival Depigmentation with Vitamin C and Glutathione vs. Surgical Depigmentation
This study tests whether vitamin C with glutathione injections can depigment pigmented gums as effectively as surgical depigmentation in adults.
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Physical activity program for women with PCOS and fatty pancreas plus subclinical hypothyroidism
A program of exercise is being tested to see if it helps women with PCOS who also have fatty pancreas and subclinical hypothyroidism, compared to usual care.
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Long-term effects of silver diamine fluoride on the dentin-pulp area in primary teeth
This study looks at whether teeth previously treated with SDF plus resin-modified glass ionomer or with resin-modified glass ionomer alone stay healthy in the long term for children.
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Buffered lidocaine for myofascial pain: a comparison with lidocaine alone
This study tests whether adding sodium bicarbonate to lidocaine can improve pain relief for people with myofascial pain syndrome.
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Sphenopalatine ganglion block to improve the surgical field during endoscopic pituitary removal
This trial will try an ultrasound-guided sphenopalatine ganglion block with bupivacaine and dexamethasone alongside general anesthesia to see if it improves the surgeon's view and reduces postoperative pain for adults aged 21–60 having endoscopic trans-nasal pituitary surgery.
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Transcutaneous Nerve Stimulation to Help Breathing After Bariatric Surgery
A randomized trial tests whether a skin-placed nerve stimulator can reduce diaphragmatic dysfunction after bariatric surgery in people with obesity.
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Comparing ProVu video stylet intubation with and without the Fekry airway
This test sees if adding a Fekry airway to the ProVu video stylet helps doctors place breathing tubes more successfully on the first try in adults having planned general anesthesia.
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Buccal fat pad versus platelet-rich fibrin to cover zygomatic implants
We will test whether using the buccal fat pad or platelet-rich fibrin to cover zygomatic implants leads to thicker gum tissue and fewer complications for people with severely atrophic upper jaws receiving zygomatic implants.
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Split-face comparison of subcision with PDRN versus subcision with non-cross-linked hyaluronic acid for rolling acne scars
This compares whether adding injections of PDRN or non-cross-linked hyaluronic acid to subcision works better to improve rolling acne scars in adults with bilateral moderate-to-severe scars.
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Sublingual caffeine to shorten recovery and reduce agitation after general anesthesia in older adults
This trial will test whether a single dose of sublingual caffeine helps people aged 65 and older wake up faster and have less postoperative agitation after elective eye surgery under general anesthesia.
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Gum tissue build-up at a missing-tooth pontic site with or without a fixed partial denture
We will test whether connective tissue grafts can improve gum thickness and contour at a single missing-tooth site in adults, comparing sites that have an existing fixed partial denture to sites without one.
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Educational video to boost TENS pain relief during exercises for acute low back pain
This trial tries to see if adding a short educational video about how TENS works to standard TENS plus exercise helps adults with acute low back pain have less pain and better movement.
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Breathing exercises versus neck muscle training for chronic neck pain
This trial will test whether adding diaphragmatic breathing or low‑load deep neck flexor training to standard physiotherapy helps adults aged 18–35 with chronic mechanical neck pain feel less pain and move better.
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Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation With an Anti-Inflammatory Diet for Crohn's Disease
This trial tests whether adding rTMS to an anti-inflammatory diet helps improve quality of life and constipation in adults with Crohn's disease.
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Uterine artery ligation versus pericervical tourniquet to reduce bleeding during open myomectomy
This trial will test whether tying the uterine arteries or using a pericervical tourniquet better reduces blood loss during open myomectomy for women with symptomatic uterine fibroids.
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Comparing a new 3D tunneling technique with a modified coronally advanced tunnel plus connective tissue graft for treating multiple RT2 gingival recession.
This trial will try a new 3D tunneling surgical technique versus a modified coronally advanced tunnel with connective tissue graft to improve root coverage in adults who have multiple RT2 gingival recessions.
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Antenatal magnesium sulphate to lower the risk of cerebral palsy in preterm babies
It tests whether giving pregnant people at high risk of delivering between 32 and 35 weeks an IV dose of magnesium sulphate before birth can lower their baby's chance of cerebral palsy without causing significant harm to mother or baby.
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AI-assisted versus conventional workflow for guided dental implant placement
This study will test whether an AI-assisted planning and 3D-printed guide design gives more accurate dental implant placement than a conventional computer-guided workflow for adults missing a posterior lower tooth.
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Managing pain after free gingival graft harvesting with Ora-Aid versus an acrylic palatal stent
This trial will test whether an Ora-Aid hydrogel dressing or an acrylic palatal stent better reduces pain for adults after free gingival graft donor-site harvesting.
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Adding dexmedetomidine to spinal bupivacaine for pain relief during knee surgery
This trial tests whether small intrathecal doses of dexmedetomidine added to spinal bupivacaine can prolong pain relief after knee surgery in adult men.
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Comparing IFOC and LIFT surgery for high anal fistula.
This will test whether IFOC or LIFT surgery leads to better healing and continence for people with high anal fistula.
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Adding low-dose IV ketamine to spinal anesthesia to prolong numbness for lower-limb surgery in older adults
This test will see if giving a small IV ketamine bolus and infusion with spinal anesthesia prolongs the sensory block in people aged 65 and older having elective lower‑limb surgery.
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3D-printed acrylic occlusal cap splint for fixing broken jaws in children
We will test whether a computer-planned, 3D-printed acrylic occlusal cap splint can accurately reduce and stabilize single-line mandibular fractures in children aged 6–12 with mixed dentition.
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Healthcare providers' knowledge and practices for pregnant Muslim women who fast during Ramadan
This survey will see how well healthcare providers in the Gulf region and Egypt know, advise, and manage care for pregnant Muslim women who fast during Ramadan.
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How the implant-to-bone gap affects labial bone thickness after replacing a broken upper front tooth
This test will see if the horizontal gap between an immediate implant and the socket wall changes the labial bone thickness and affects soft-tissue esthetics and patient satisfaction in adults needing a single upper front tooth replacement.
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Gastrocnemius myofascial release for women with knee osteoarthritis
This trial will test whether adding gastrocnemius myofascial release to standard physical therapy helps reduce pain and improve function in women 45–55 with knee osteoarthritis.
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How arm and hand function affects participation for children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy
This project will see if better arm and hand function is linked to more participation at home, school, and in the community for children aged 5 to 8 with hemiplegic cerebral palsy.
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Does implant depth affect bone loss in people with thin gums?
This trial will test whether placing a single delayed dental implant 2 mm below the bone versus at bone level leads to less marginal bone loss and better soft-tissue esthetics and patient satisfaction in adults with thin gum phenotype missing one upper front or premolar tooth.
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3-D printed versus conventional overdentures for people with ectodermal dysplasia
This project will test whether 3-D printed overdentures provide better fit, comfort, and satisfaction than conventional acrylic overdentures for people aged 10–35 with ectodermal dysplasia who have some remaining upper teeth.
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Reducing smartphone distractions to improve time management for nursing students
This project will test whether a short period of limiting non-academic smartphone use helps undergraduate nursing students cut down distractions and manage their time better.
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IV paracetamol and blood pressure in adults having emergency laparotomy
This trial will test whether a single dose of IV paracetamol causes drops in blood pressure in adults undergoing emergency laparotomy.
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Gut stool tests after sleeve vs gastric bypass
This study tests whether routine stool tests can reveal changes in gut function six months after sleeve gastrectomy or gastric bypass in adults with morbid obesity.
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Oral ketamine versus oral clonidine to calm children before elective lower abdominal day-case surgery
We will test whether a single dose of oral ketamine or oral clonidine given before elective lower abdominal day-case surgery helps children be calmer and reduces the need for opioid pain medicines.
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Improving hand movement after stroke with functional electrical stimulation
This trial will test whether functional electrical stimulation (FES) combined with conventional physiotherapy can improve hand function in people aged 40–60 recovering from subacute ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke.
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AI-based cognitive training for people after stroke
This trial will test whether an AI-based mobile app can help adults aged 45–60 improve thinking and memory after a stroke.
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Comparing stomach air with LarySeal Pro versus Ambu AuraGain in children under general anesthesia
This trial tests whether the LarySeal Pro or the Ambu AuraGain leads to less air in the stomach of children having short elective surgeries with controlled ventilation.
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Lifestyle changes plus nightly CPAP for glaucoma in people with sleep apnea
This test checks whether adding a low-calorie diet and regular walking to nightly CPAP lowers eye pressure in people with high‑pressure open‑angle glaucoma who also have obstructive sleep apnea and obesity.
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Adding regular exercise to a low‑calorie diet and metformin for women with PCOS and asthma
This study will test whether adding regular treadmill walking to a low‑calorie diet and daily metformin helps women who have both PCOS and asthma.
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Impact of Bariatric Surgery on Female Sexual Function and Hormones
This observational study will see how weight loss surgery affects sexual function and hormone levels in women with severe obesity, six months after surgery.
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SPSIP versus ESPB nerve blocks for pain control after modified radical mastectomy
This trial tests whether the newer SPSIP nerve block reduces pain and opioid (morphine) use more than the erector spinae plane block after modified radical mastectomy.
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Comparing intraoral scanning and intraoral photogrammetry for full‑arch screw‑retained titanium frameworks with zirconia overlays.
This will test whether intraoral scanning or intraoral photogrammetry gives faster scans and fewer prosthetic problems for people getting full‑arch implant‑supported titanium frameworks with zirconia overlays.
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How often the diaphragm is weakened after cesarean delivery in women with severe preeclampsia
We will use ultrasound to see if women with severe preeclampsia develop diaphragm weakness after cesarean delivery.
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Cognitive behavioral therapy to reduce fear of movement and improve recovery after hip replacement
This trial will test whether adding cognitive behavioral therapy to standard physical therapy helps people after hip replacement feel less fear of movement, have less pain, and move better.
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Amantadine or duloxetine added to pregabalin to prevent post-mastectomy pain
This will see if adding amantadine or duloxetine to pregabalin around the time of modified radical mastectomy reduces the risk of long-term post-mastectomy pain in adults aged 18–65.
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Two versus four custom 3D titanium plates for upper jaw repositioning
This test sees if using two custom 3D titanium plates instead of four gives equally accurate virtual-plan transfer for people having orthognathic (jaw) surgery.
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Single Rotary File System vs Manual Instrumentation for Pulpectomy in Primary Molars
This trial tests whether using a single rotary file system for pulpectomy in primary molars changes how children behave during the procedure compared with traditional manual instruments.
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Inhaled acetylcysteine to prevent pneumonia in adults on mechanical ventilation
This trial tests whether breathing in acetylcysteine instead of saline can lower the chance of getting ventilator-associated pneumonia or delay when it starts in adults on a ventilator.
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Vagus nerve stimulation to reduce pain and improve nerve function in diabetic neuropathy
This test tries non-invasive transcutaneous vagus nerve stimulation to reduce foot pain and improve nerve conduction and function in people aged 45–60 with diabetic peripheral neuropathy.
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Polishing brush versus ceramic soft-tissue trimming bur for gum depigmentation
This test tries whether a polishing brush or a ceramic soft-tissue trimming bur works better to remove melanin-related dark spots on the gums in healthy adults with moderate-to-severe pigmentation.
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Fistula Rerouting versus LIFT for high perianal fistula
This trial will test whether the Fistula Rerouting technique or the LIFT operation works better for adults with high perianal fistula by comparing recurrence and bowel-control after surgery.
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Extra daily iron after sleeve gastrectomy to prevent anemia
This study tests whether taking an extra daily iron pill plus a multivitamin prevents iron deficiency anemia in adults during the six months after sleeve gastrectomy compared with taking a multivitamin alone.
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Ergometrine versus carbetocin to reduce bleeding during abdominal myomectomy
This study will see if injecting ergometrine or carbetocin into the uterus during abdominal myomectomy reduces blood loss in women having surgery for symptomatic fibroids.
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Quick answers
How many clinical trials run by Cairo University are recruiting right now?
349, as of November 12, 2026. 16 of them were first registered in the last 30 days. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 5 countries. The most sites are in Egypt (342 trials), Saudi Arabia (3 trials), Lebanon (3 trials), Germany (1 trial), Kuwait (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Phase 2: 10, Phase 4: 9, Phase 3: 6, Early Phase 1: 3. Trials with no phase listed are usually device, behavioural or observational studies.
How do I join one?
Open a study, check the "Is this trial a fit for you?" section, then contact the study team listed on the page. They will ask a few screening questions. Asking is free and does not commit you to anything. Talk it over with your doctor first.
Find the studies that fit you
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