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“SPHERE” multi-component novel psychosocial intervention for people with HIV: study protocol for a randomised controlled trial
“SPHERE” multi-component novel psychosocial intervention for people with HIV: study protocol for a randomised controlled trial
Antiretroviral therapy (ART) has transformed HIV into a manageable health condition with normal life expectancy. However, ...
BodyBalance as an exercise therapy for knee osteoarthritis in older women: a study protocol for a randomized controlled trial
BodyBalance as an exercise therapy for knee osteoarthritis in older women: a study protocol for a randomized controlled trial
Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a prevalent degenerative condition among older women, frequently causing pain, decreased mobil...
Study protocol: COPD–eosinophil-guided reduction of inhaled corticosteroids (COPERNICOS)
Study protocol: COPD–eosinophil-guided reduction of inhaled corticosteroids (COPERNICOS)
Inhaled corticosteroid (ICS) is frequently used for COPD. Based on the considerable adverse effects and the knowledge that...
Safety outcome trials in four mainline medical journals 30 years apart: a narrative review and the need for the transparency of informed consents
Safety outcome trials in four mainline medical journals 30 years apart: a narrative review and the need for the transparency of informed consents
It was our impression that safety outcome trials were getting more frequent, raising ethical issues mainly related to pati...
TAD-SIE: sample size estimation for clinical randomized controlled trials using a Trend-Adaptive Design with a Synthetic-Intervention-Based Estimator
TAD-SIE: sample size estimation for clinical randomized controlled trials using a Trend-Adaptive Design with a Synthetic-Intervention-Based Estimator
Phase-3 clinical trials provide the highest level of evidence on drug safety and effectiveness needed for market approval ...
The PROPHECI trial: a phase II, double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomized clinical trial for the treatment of pseudoxanthoma elasticum with oral pyrophosphate
The PROPHECI trial: a phase II, double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomized clinical trial for the treatment of pseudoxanthoma elasticum with oral pyrophosphate
/aims. Pseudoxanthoma Elasticum (PXE, OMIM 264800) is an autosomal, recessive, metabolic disorder characterized by progres...
Therapeutic exercise protocol for the prevention of anterior cruciate ligament injuries in female soccer players with dynamic knee valgus (RCT)
Therapeutic exercise protocol for the prevention of anterior cruciate ligament injuries in female soccer players with dynamic knee valgus (RCT)
Women’s football has experienced exponential growth over the last 10 years. Its popularity is associated wi...
Reducing sick leave, improving work ability, and quality of life in patients with mild to moderate Long COVID through psychosocial, physiotherapeutic, and nutritive supportive digital intervention (MiLoCoDaS): study protocol for a randomized controlled trial
Reducing sick leave, improving work ability, and quality of life in patients with mild to moderate Long COVID through psychosocial, physiotherapeutic, and nutritive supportive digital intervention (MiLoCoDaS): study protocol for a randomized controlled trial
Following SARS-CoV-2 infection, a relevant proportion of patients suffer from persistent or recurring sequela, eve...
Study protocol of a randomized controlled trial to assess safety of teleconsultation compared with face-to-face consultation: the ECASeT study
Study protocol of a randomized controlled trial to assess safety of teleconsultation compared with face-to-face consultation: the ECASeT study
The use of remote consultation modalities has exponentially grown in the past few years, particularly since the onset of t...
REVISE: re-evaluating the inhibition of stress erosions in the ICU—statistical analysis plan for a randomized trial
REVISE: re-evaluating the inhibition of stress erosions in the ICU—statistical analysis plan for a randomized trial
The REVISE (Re-Evaluating the Inhibition of Stress Erosions in the ICU) trial will evaluate the impact of the proton pump ...
Challenges of conducting a randomised placebo-controlled trial of spinal surgery: the SUcceSS trial of lumbar spine decompression
Challenges of conducting a randomised placebo-controlled trial of spinal surgery: the SUcceSS trial of lumbar spine decompression
Although placebo-controlled trials are considered the gold standard for evaluating the efficacy of healthcare intervention...
A blueprint for a multi-disease, multi-domain Bayesian adaptive platform trial incorporating adult and paediatric subgroups: the Staphylococcus aureus Network Adaptive Platform trial
A blueprint for a multi-disease, multi-domain Bayesian adaptive platform trial incorporating adult and paediatric subgroups: the Staphylococcus aureus Network Adaptive Platform trial
The Staphylococcus aureus Network Adaptive Platform (SNAP) trial is a multifactorial Bayesian adaptive platform trial that...
Clinical and cost-effectiveness of ‘Live Well with Parkinson’s’ self-management intervention versus treatment as usual for improving quality of life for people with Parkinson’s: study protocol for a randomised controlled trial
Clinical and cost-effectiveness of ‘Live Well with Parkinson’s’ self-management intervention versus treatment as usual for improving quality of life for people with Parkinson’s: study protocol for a randomised controlled trial
The Live Well with Parkinson’s Self-Management Toolkit is designed for use in the NHS to support people with Parkins...
Multiphase optimization of a multicomponent intervention for informal dementia caregivers: a study protocol
Multiphase optimization of a multicomponent intervention for informal dementia caregivers: a study protocol
Family caregiver interventions are essential to support dementia caregiving. However, such interventions are typically com...
A randomized double-blind clinical trial on safety and efficacy of tauroursodeoxycholic acid (TUDCA) as add-on treatment in patients affected by amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS): the statistical analysis plan of TUDCA-ALS trial
A randomized double-blind clinical trial on safety and efficacy of tauroursodeoxycholic acid (TUDCA) as add-on treatment in patients affected by amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS): the statistical analysis plan of TUDCA-ALS trial
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a highly debilitating neurodegenerative condition. Despite recent advancements in u...
Characterization of COVID-19 vaccine clinical trial discussions on the social question-and-answer site Quora
Characterization of COVID-19 vaccine clinical trial discussions on the social question-and-answer site Quora
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, underserved populations, such as racial and ethnic minorities, were disproportionately i...
The effect of a helmet type, home-use low-level light therapy device for chemotherapy-induced alopecia: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial
The effect of a helmet type, home-use low-level light therapy device for chemotherapy-induced alopecia: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial
Alopecia is one of the most common adverse effects of chemotherapy. It reduces the patient’s self-esteem and quality...
The effect of switch therapy to tenofovir versus entecavir maintenance on recurrence of hepatocellular carcinoma after surgery (SWITE): study protocol for a randomized controlled trial
The effect of switch therapy to tenofovir versus entecavir maintenance on recurrence of hepatocellular carcinoma after surgery (SWITE): study protocol for a randomized controlled trial
Antiviral therapy has been reported to be associated with lower recurrence rate of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) for pati...
Effectiveness of m-health-based core strengthening exercise and health education for public safety workers with chronic non-specific low back pain: study protocol for a superiority randomized controlled trial (SAFEBACK)
Effectiveness of m-health-based core strengthening exercise and health education for public safety workers with chronic non-specific low back pain: study protocol for a superiority randomized controlled trial (SAFEBACK)
Low back pain (LBP) is the leading cause of years lived with disability worldwide. Public safety workers are highly expose...
Different dosages of vonoprazan for gastroesophageal reflux disease: study protocol for a pragmatic, crossover-cluster, randomized controlled trial with patient preference arms
Different dosages of vonoprazan for gastroesophageal reflux disease: study protocol for a pragmatic, crossover-cluster, randomized controlled trial with patient preference arms
Vonoprazan results in more potent acid suppression for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) than proton pump inhibitors....
Factors influencing the time to ethics and governance approvals for clinical trials: a retrospective cross-sectional survey
Factors influencing the time to ethics and governance approvals for clinical trials: a retrospective cross-sectional survey
The findings from multi-centre trials are central to the practice of evidence-based medicine, enabling the development and...
Effectiveness and mediators of change of an online CBT intervention for students with adjustment disorder—study protocol for a randomized controlled trial
Effectiveness and mediators of change of an online CBT intervention for students with adjustment disorder—study protocol for a randomized controlled trial
Adjustment problems and disorders are highly prevalent among university students worldwide. These problems can cause signi...
Adaptive evaluation of mHealth and conventional adherence support interventions to optimize outcomes with new treatment regimens for drug-resistant tuberculosis and HIV in South Africa (ADAP-TIV): study protocol for an adaptive randomized controlled trial
Adaptive evaluation of mHealth and conventional adherence support interventions to optimize outcomes with new treatment regimens for drug-resistant tuberculosis and HIV in South Africa (ADAP-TIV): study protocol for an adaptive randomized controlled trial
Highly effective, short-course, bedaquiline-containing treatment regimens for multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) an...
A peer-volunteer led active ageing programme to prevent decline in physical function in older people at risk of mobility disability (Active, Connected, Engaged [ACE]): study protocol for a randomised controlled trial
A peer-volunteer led active ageing programme to prevent decline in physical function in older people at risk of mobility disability (Active, Connected, Engaged [ACE]): study protocol for a randomised controlled trial
The Active Connected Engaged [ACE] study is a multi-centre, pragmatic, two-arm, parallel-group randomised controlled trial...
Master statistical analysis plan: attractive targeted sugar bait phase III trials in Kenya, Mali, and Zambia
Master statistical analysis plan: attractive targeted sugar bait phase III trials in Kenya, Mali, and Zambia
This manuscript is a master statistical analysis plan for each of three-cluster randomized controlled trials to evaluate t...
The effects of Olmesartan/amlodipine administered in the Morning or At Night on nocturnal blood pressure reduction in Chinese patients with mild-moderate essential hypertension (OMAN Trial): study protocol for a prospective, multicenter, randomized, open-label clinical trial {1}
The effects of Olmesartan/amlodipine administered in the Morning or At Night on nocturnal blood pressure reduction in Chinese patients with mild-moderate essential hypertension (OMAN Trial): study protocol for a prospective, multicenter, randomized, open-label clinical trial {1}
Hypertension increases the risk of cardiovascular disease. Uncontrolled nocturnal blood pressure is prevalent in patients ...
The JUMPFOOD study: additional effect of hydrolyzed collagen and vitamin C to exercise treatment for patellar tendinopathy (jumper’s knee) in athletes—study protocol for a double-blind randomized controlled trial
The JUMPFOOD study: additional effect of hydrolyzed collagen and vitamin C to exercise treatment for patellar tendinopathy (jumper’s knee) in athletes—study protocol for a double-blind randomized controlled trial
Patellar tendinopathy (PT) is a common problem in jumping athletes. Management can be challenging and treatment outcome is...
Supporting physical activity for mobility in older adults with mobility limitations (SuPA Mobility): study protocol for a randomized controlled trial
Supporting physical activity for mobility in older adults with mobility limitations (SuPA Mobility): study protocol for a randomized controlled trial
Limited mobility in older adults consistently predicts both morbidity and mortality. As individuals age, the rates of mobi...
Hearing intervention for decreasing risk of developing dementia in elders with mild cognitive impairment: study protocol of a multicenter randomized controlled trial for Chinese Hearing Solution for Improvement of Cognition in Elders (CHOICE)
Hearing intervention for decreasing risk of developing dementia in elders with mild cognitive impairment: study protocol of a multicenter randomized controlled trial for Chinese Hearing Solution for Improvement of Cognition in Elders (CHOICE)
Age-related hearing loss (ARHL) signifies the bilateral, symmetrical, sensorineural hearing loss that commonly occurs in e...
Reducing Stress after Trauma (ReSeT): study protocol for a randomized, controlled trial of an online psychoeducational program and video therapy sessions for children hospitalized after trauma
Reducing Stress after Trauma (ReSeT): study protocol for a randomized, controlled trial of an online psychoeducational program and video therapy sessions for children hospitalized after trauma
Post-traumatic stress symptoms develop in a quarter to half of injured children affecting their longer-term psychologic an...
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