There are about 21062 clinical studies being (or have been) conducted in Italy. The country of the clinical trial is determined by the location of where the clinical research is being studied. Most studies are often held in multiple locations & countries.
The rotator cuff is a muscle-tendon complex consisting of the tendons of the supraspinatus, subspinatus, subscapularis, and small round muscles capable of allowing movement of the shoulder joint in the various planes of space and stabilizing the glenohumeral joint. Rotator cuff tendon injuries are very common. In most cases, these injuries are mostly degenerative based, as they are related to the aging process of the individual. However, it is increasingly common to diagnose such injuries in young individuals as well. The reported incidence of rotator cuff injuries ranges from 5% to 40%, and of course the prevalence increases with age until it reaches 51% in patients older than 80 years. The diagnosis of rotator cuff injury is made based on clinical examination and instrumental investigations such as Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). Rotator cuff repair involves the use of anchors with included suture threads that allow the tendons to be returned to the level of the anatomical insertion, called the footprint. Suture technique varies depending on the extent of injury and tendon and bone quality. Single-row (single row) or double-row suture bridge (double-row suture bridge) anchoring techniques are currently a hotly debated topic in the literature.
The objective of this clinical trial is provide in vivo data thus to model the ligament biomechanical behavior within the physiologically healthy joint and to use the implemented model to predict risk and success rates focusing on knee joint Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) reconstruction. Current ACL surgery offers 3 alternatives: autografts, allografts and bioengineered grafts; the choice of the implant and its characteristics still remains a critical point. The knowledge of patient-specific joint and graft biomechanics is fundamental to reduce surgical revision rate and low functional outcome. This clinical trial will provide data coming from patient-specific biomechanics into a prognostic computational model, able to provide information on both the optimal customized reconstruction and graft status during the early rehabilitation phase. This patient-specific approach will lead to quicker return to sports activity, reducing also the possibility of early osteoarthritis.
The study collected retrospective data from the assumption of combined natural molecules in menopausal women with metabolic syndrome
The goal of this observational prospective study is to objectively assess the dimensional (volume & linear variance) and clinical changes of vestibular gingival soft tissues upon treatment with laser-aided pouch roll augmentation technique and implant placement over a 12-month follow-up. Twelve patients with 16 mild horizontal ridge deficiencies in different edentulous sites scheduled for implant placement were enrolled. Digital impressions were taken with an intra-oral laser scanner and software and analyzed before (day 0) and 12 months after laser-aided pouch roll augmentation surgery. The digital files were converted to STL format and superimposed to assess peri-implant volumetric and linear dimensional variations in selected regions of interest (ROI) by a 3D analysis software. Operator-assessed clinical periodontal parameters (probing depth PD, bleeding on probing BoP, plaque index PI) were recorded. Patient-reported outcome (pain, discomfort, treatment liking) and aesthetic result were evaluated by administration of appropriate questionnaires.
Exclusive breast milk is recommended from birth to 6 months of life to promote the development of a balanced intestinal microbiota. Human milk provides several bioactive components, from natural probiotics such as Bifidobacterium spp. and Lactobacillus spp., to their metabolites which colonize the intestine of the newborn. However, if breast milk is not available or insufficient, it is used formula milk as a substitute. Infant formula can be supplemented with postbiotics to promote maturation of immune, metabolic and microbial components, similar to breast milk. Postbiotics are preparations composed of both microbial constituents and their metabolites, produced during fermentation.
The goal of this trial is to compare the evaluation of 3D liver models visualised as holograms with HoloLens 2 and on digital PDF files in HPB surgical trainees. The main questions it aims to answer are: - Do the holographic models allow a superior accuracy in terms of anatomical evaluation and surgical planning? - Is there any difference in terms of time consumed and Task Load Index? Participants will analyse cases through both modalities and answer a questionnaire.
Hypertension and obesity in the young population are major risk factors for renal and cardiovascular events, which could arise in adulthood. A candidate-gene approach will be applied in a cohort observational study, in which investigators will collect data from high school adolescent students. Participants underwent anthropometric and blood pressure measurements, as well as saliva and urine sample collection for genomic DNA extraction and renal function evaluation, respectively. Candidate genes previously implicated in salt-sensitive hypertension in adults will be tested to verify impact on blood pressure (BP) also among adolescents. Since inflammatory mechanisms may be involved in pathophysiology of hypertension and in endothelial dysfunction and atherosclerosis through reactive oxygen species, the baseline urinary excretion of inflammatory and oxidative stress markers in a subgroup of adolescents stratified according to ADD1 (alpha adducin) rs4961 genotypes will be assessed.
The study is aimed to assess the efficacy of two dietary supplements composed of a Wheat Polar Lipid Complex (WPLC) in reducing skin aging signs, in particular in improving firmness/elasticity, skin moisturization and skin surface properties.
The ERYTHRO study is a retrospective medical chart review study of patients in the AMANA and ATUc Early Access Programs (EAPs) across a number of countries, to assess anifrolumab usage and patient experience in treating SLE in a real-world setting. Since patient safety data are already collected and reported according to regulatory requirements through EAPs, this study will not collect safety data.
This monocentric randomized open-label study aims to assess the efficacy and safety of a treatment with medium molecular weight hyaluronic acid (HA) compared to a treatment with corticosteroids on patients affected by glenohumeral osteoarthritis.