There are about 1320 clinical studies being (or have been) conducted in Saudi Arabia. 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 purpose of this study is to test the safety and effectiveness of the Medtronic CapSureFix Novus Model 5076 lead when patients are implanted with the Medtronic Advisa MRI pacemaker and undergo an MRI scan.
Vitamin D3 supplementation reduces the incidence of multiple sclerosis.Although clinical cross-sectional studies have demonstrated vitamin D3 as a positive mediator in preventing relapses and disease progression, prospective randomized control trials are nevertheless necessary to confirm these statements and to determine the most efficacious, safe, and the minimum required doses. This hypothesis is going to be tested through a randomized triple blinded controlled trial in which after randomization, one group of patients will receive vitamin D and second group will receive placebo. Both groups are going to be followed in a similar way over a period of one year with follow ups at 4, 8 and 12 months. Vitamin D levels is going to be performed at 0,4, 12 month interval. MRI is going to be done at the beginning and end of trial.The number of relapses and the physical disability will be calculated through the Expanded disability status scale (EDSS).
The purpose of the study is to evaluate the safety and efficacy of the Medtronic Attain Performa Quadripolar Leads (Model 4298, 4398, and 4598) during and post the implant procedure. This study will also assess the interactions of the Attain Performa leads with the entire Medtronic CRT-D system.
This investigation was designed to assess if the the position of esophageal entrance would detrmine the cricoid force necessary to occlude the esophageal lumen? in anesthetized, paralyzed non obese patients using the Glidescope ® video laryngoscope (GVL).
The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of cervical occlusion versus no cervical occlusion in women with cervical cerclages.
Primary objective: Characterize the natural history of MoCD type A in terms of survival Secondary objectives: 1. Evaluate blood and urine for biochemical markers 2. Evaluate head circumference, seizure activity and neurologic outcomes 3. To evaluate brain MRI 4. Compare blood and urine analysis, head circumference, seizure activity and neurologic outcomes to MRI findings
The Use of sedative drugs in intensive care is widespread. A cohort study conducted in Australia and New Zealand in 2010 revealed a high prevalence of deep sedation within the first 48 hours of mechanical ventilation which was independently linked to prolonged ventilation, hospital and 180 days mortality. Clinical practice is moving towards the use of lighter levels of sedation. Recent RCTs in Europe (JAMA 2012) and previous RCTs (JAMA 2009) supports growing evidence that dexmedetomidine facilitates rousable sedation, shortens ventilation time and attenuates delirium when compared to midazolam and propofol. The investigators confirmed in a pilot study the feasibility, efficacy and safety of a process of care known as Early Goal Directed Sedation (EGDS) that delivers: 1. Early randomization after intubation or arrival in the ICU (intubated). 2. Early Adequate analgesia after randomization. 3. Goal directed sedation titrated to achieve light sedation. 4. Dexmedetomidine based algorithm as the primary sedative agent with avoidance of benzodiazepines. The aim of this study is to assess the effectiveness of Early Goal Directed Sedation when compared to standard care sedation in critically ill patients. The study hypothesis is that Early Goal-Directed Sedation (EGDS), compared to standard care sedation, reduces 90-day all-cause mortality in critically ill patients who require mechanical ventilation.
Acute urinary retention is considered one of the most common problems in the older age, especially those who have benign prostatic hyperplasia. Solving the problem of acute urinary retention using the Foley catheter still causes problems at the level of patient movement and the daily exercises. However, with the emergence of a new device, the spanner, investigators believe that many of the above mentioned problems can be resolved. This tool may provide more freedom for the patient.
This study is conducted in Europe. The aim of the study is to gather information about hypoglycaemia (low blood glucose) among patients with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes mellitus. The study is both retrospective and prospective.
The study aims to study the outcome of pharmacokinetics-adjusted dose ribavirin (plus pegIFN) on the SVR in chronic HCV patients.