Bronchial Dilation Test in Wheezy Infants
AsthmaThe purpose of the study is to establish the methodology of bronchial dilation test by salbutamol MDI with Spacer in wheezy infants with asthma and to evaluate the effects of atopy on the exacerbation of wheeze in wheezy infants.
Misoprostol for Bloating and Distension
DistensionGas Bloat Syndrome1 moreSymptoms of bloating, abdominal distension, and constipation are common in patients with cirrhosis. These symptoms may be explained by disease-associated effects in gastrointestinal physiology, as well as medication side-effects. The presence of these symptoms affect quality of life, as well as risk for encephalopathy. Misoprostol is a synthetic prostaglandin approved for the treatment prevention of NSAID-induced gastric ulcers. The drug also causes smooth muscle contraction in the gastrointestinal tract has been shown to improve colonic motility. This study aims to assess the efficacy of misoprostol for treating bloating, distension, and constipation in patients with cirrhosis. Study participants will receive misoprostol for a duration of three days. Participants will complete pre-intervention and post-intervention symptom questionnaires and low dose abdominal computed tomography (CT) scan. These measures will be used to assess subjective symptom scores and objective measurement of intestinal gas and colonic stool. Post-intervention measures will be compared to pre-intervention measures to assess improvement of symptoms.
Eye Rubbing and Transient Change in Corneal Parameters
EctasiaThis study addresses the research question: How does eye rubbing affect corneal (clear part of eye) parameters in healthy volunteers The study objectives are: To determine the corneal changes following eye rubbing To assess tear film changes following eye rubbing To investigate if there is an association between eye rubbing and axial length of the eye.
Corneal Crosslinking in Keratoconus and Corneal Ectasia
Progressive KeratoconusCorneal EctasiaProspective, randomized, single site to determine the safety and effectiveness of performing corneal collagen cross-linking (CXL) using riboflavin and UVA light in eyes progressive keratoconus or corneal ectasia.
Jordanian Coronary Artery Ectasia Registry
Coronary Artery EctasiaThis research project is the first in Jordan providing detailed registration of coronary ectasia cases provided by their primary healthcare providers. The investigators responsible for conducting this research are physicians and their teams who deal with patients with coronary ectasia in their clinics including the public and private medical sectors in Jordan's' medical community. Standards in Jordan complies with the recognized guidelines directed medical practices internationally.
Predictors of Aortic Root Dilatation in Tetralogy of Fallot Patients
Congenital Heart DiseaseAortic Root Dilatation1 moreTo predict vulnerable patients for aortic root dilatation in TOF patients using CT as a reliable imaging modality, thus aiding early intervention, and identifying those who will require strict follow-up. To assess the prevalence of TOF patients who developed aortic root dilatation, and those who were complicated with dissection, AR, and aneurysm, through collecting data from a large center (Aswan Heart Centre). To investigate the relationship between age at repair and the diameter of aortic root.
Ischemia and Inflammatory Markers Among Patients With Coronary Artery Ectasia
Coronary Artery Ectasiastudy the ischemic burden in patients with CAE, and its relation to inflammatory markers. To assess the ischemic response during exercise ECG among patients with different variants of CAE. To assess inflammatory biomarkers among patient with different variants of CAE To assess the relation between the ischemic response and inflammatory markers.
The Effect of Abdominal Massage on Pain and Distention After Colonoscopy
ColonoscopyPain5 moreAim: This study aimed to evaluate the effect of abdominal massage on pain and distention in patients who underwent colonoscopy. Methods: This randomized controlled study was conducted between October 2019 and December 2021 with the participation of 60 patients who underwent colonoscopy in the endoscopy unit of a university hospital. Thirty patients performing abdominal massage after colonoscopy were included in the experimental group.
Efficacy of Brooke Bond Black Tea Extract on Flow Mediated Dilation in Indian Males
HealthyThis study examines the effect of 1800 mg/day standardized Brooke Bond black tea extract, equivalent to 400 mg flavonoids, on Flow Mediated Dilation in healthy Indian males.
Intrafetal Digoxin as an Adjuvant for Dilation and Evacuation at 20 to 24 Weeks' Gestation
AbortionThis is a research study to measure the effect of digoxin injection on Dilation and Evacuation (D&E) procedure duration. Digoxin is the most commonly used feticidal agent among family planning subspecialists, and is commonly used for a variety of reasons including provider preference, patient preference, and concerns over legal status of later D&E procedures. There have been several studies on digoxin administration, adverse effects, and impact on the D&E procedure, but doctors want to clarify how digoxin effects D&E procedure time, if at all.