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Comparison of BIOdegradable Polymer and DuRablE Polymer Drug-eluting Stents in an
All COmeRs PopulaTion (BIO-RESORT): Randomized Multicenter Trial in an All Comers Population Treated Within thE NeThErlands 3 (TWENTE 3)

The aim of the study is to compare the outcome of two DES with biodegradable polymer coatings separately (Orsiro and Synergy) versus an established third-generation durable polymer DES with proven efficacy and safety (Resolute Integrity) in an all…

Closure after small skin incisions and excisions with a new closing system

compare the SoClose system with traditional skin wound closure with intracutaneous suturs of small skin excision on: cosmetics, wound healing, closing time, patient comfort and costs.

perioperative intravenous insulin, GIK and GLP-1 treatment in diabetes mellitus

This study investigates the optimal intraoperative treatment algorithm to lower glucose in patients with diabetes mellitus type 2 undergoing non-cardiac surgery, comparing intraoperative glucose-insulin-potassium infusion, insulin bolus regimen and…

Immune monitoring to characterize T-cell responses of kidney transplant patients during co-stimulation blockade by belatacept

Here, we postulate that the balance between the effect of belatacept on regulatory T-cell function and the relative insensitivity of memory T-cells for belatacept leads to donor-specific alloreactivity. We plan to study the peripheral CD28-dependent…

Fixed versus variable dosing strategy of prothrombin complex concentrate for bleeding complications of vitamin K antagonists

To test whether the clinical outcome of lower fixed dose of PCC is superior to higher variable dose of PCC, for VKA related bleeding in a randomized setting. Secondary objectives include the comparison of INR after administration of PCC, time to…

Bandolera trial: The 'Banded' Gastric Bypass

To research in three groups whether there is a significant difference between RYGB and BRYGB patients.

Cryotherapy in the recovery of bursectomy for subacromial pain syndrome. A pragmatic randomized controlled trial.

The purpose of this study is to investigate the value of postoperative cryotherapy on subjective patients-reported pain; shoulder function and quality of life in patients operated for SAPS .

Multicentre, Open Label, Randomized, Two-arm, Parallel-group Study to Assess Efficacy and Safety of ENVARSUS® Compared With Tacrolimus Used as Per Current Clinical Practice in the Initial Maintenance Setting in de Novo Kidney Transplant Patients

Primary Objective To compare tacrolimus dosing of the new Envarsus®-based immunosuppressive regimen with current clinical practice over 6 months following de novo renal transplantation in a real-life setting in different European Countries.…

*Omega-3 fatty acids in bariatric gastric bypass surgery: effects on liver volume, immune response and erythrocyte function*

Our primary objective is to compare pre-treatment with the standard low calorie diet with pre-treatment with supplemental omega-3 fatty acids on liver volume. Secondary objectives are patient satisfaction about different dietary pre-treatments, the…

A multi center, prospective, randomized controlled trial comparing cervical arthroplasty to anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) for the treatment of cervical degenerative disc disease.

The primary objective of this investigation is to evaluate the performance of the DISCOVER Artificial CervicalDisc in the treatment of cervical disc disease by measuring the function assessed via Neck Disability Index(NDI) and neurological function…

Wear analysis of cross-linked versus standard polyethylene F.A.L. acetabular cups in patiënts with symptomatic coxarthrosis: a randomized controlled trial

Primary goal: mean linear wear of the cross-linked polyethylene F.A.L. cup compared to the mean linear wear of the standard polyethylene F.A.L. cup at 5 years postoperatively. Secondary goals:1. mean linear wear (millimeters/year) at 1 year, 3 years…

The ClariVein device using 2% and 3% liquid Polidocanol for the treatment of great saphenous vein incompetence

Our study tries to identify the ideal sclerosant dosage for the ClariVein® system in order to occlude the GSV permanently. By choosing the lowest dose with the same anatomical success rate, we achieve a safe treatment which also gives us the…

Prevention of atelectasis in the preoxygenation phase: comparison of two different oxygenation strategies

To assess if preoxygenation with 100% O2 or preoxygenation with 100% O2 and PEEP are different with respect to the development of atelectasis as determined by lung computed tomography.

Local gentamicin in Redon treated post-sternotomy mediastinitis

The aim of our study is to evaluate clinical outcomes of patients primarily closed over Redon catheters for the treatment of PSM, comparing the application of local gentamicin with a control group.

A randomized controlled trial comparing deep versus moderate neuromuscular block - in low pressure pneumoperitoneum - to optimize the surgical conditions during laparoscopic donor nephrectomy

To investigate whether the use of deep neuromuscular block improves surgical conditions in low pressure laparoscopic donor nephrectomy

Clinical Study of the Valeo OL Interbody Fusion Device for Posterior Lumbar Interbody fusion versus PEEK: the Silicon Nitride and PEEK (SNAP) trial.

Primary ObjectiveThe primary objective is to show that fusion with the Valeo OL spacer produces similar improvement in MRDQ at all follow-up time points as compared to the same procedure with PEEK cages.Secondary ObjectivesTo show that the fusion…

A Multicenter, Prospective, Single-Blind, Randomized, Controlled, Study of the Repair of Challenging Abdominal Wall Defects: Strattice TM in abdominal Wall Repair (StaR)

The primary objective of this clinical study is to compare the incidence of post-repair wound related complications, including hernia occurence/reccurence between challenging abdominal wall defects repaired with Strattice Reconstructive Tissue…

Street Fitness In surgical patieNts undergoing general anesthesia after reversal of neuromuscular rest blockade with sugammadeX (SFINX study).

The main aim of the present study is i)To assess whether sugammadex has a positive effect on the post-operative alertness of the patients, and ii) to assess the nature, magnitude and the time of onset of this effect (if any).

Clinical evaluation of Signature Personalized Patient Care
Prospective, clinical, multicentre, randomised, double blind study

Primary objectives* To evaluate the initial and long-term clinical results in terms of function, quality of life and pain/satisfaction of the Signature* procedure compared to the standard operation instruments (Vanguard CR cemented fixation).* To…

Catheter ablation versus Amiodarone to pRevent Future ventricular tachycardia Episodes in patients with a defibrillator and a history of a myocardial infarction

Time to recurrence of sustained VT and/or appropriate ICD therapy; ATP or shock