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This study is designed in order to determine the type and timing of sexual rehabilitation after prostate cancer treatment according to the patient*s and the patient*s partner*s point of view. Furthermore, it will assess which health care provider…
The current study is a continuation of the cohort 5-8 years post-diagnosis and aims to evaluate:1.The course of the nutritional status, and the related factors and consequences of malnutrition in survivors of childhood cancer until 5-8 years post-…
We have developed the TES program, which involves Targeted selection and Enhanced care, delivered on the basis of Stepped care (TES). The primary study aim is to evaluate the effectiveness of the TES-program compared to usual care in reducing…
The primary study objective is to assess whether CML patients who respond to treatment with nilotinib (MMR within 12 months of treatment) differ from the non-responders in terms of adherence. Secondary objective is to evaluate whether responders and…
The aim of this project is to maintain quality of life and improve cancer related outcome by preventing therapy-related toxicity (and ensuing unplanned hospital admission and /or discontinuation of chemotherapy) in cancer patients treated with…
We will investigate whether the Respecting Choices program will improve communication between patients and healthcare professionals, will improve the QOL and wellbeing of patients and their relatives, will reduce futile treatments and unnecessary…
We aim to test the effectiveness of a patient-targeted preparatory tool (*Gesprekswijzer*) and an oncologist-targeted communication skills training to enhance shared decision making in consultations about palliative systemic treatment. The primary…
To investigate whether an adjunctive YBSR program added to standard care compared to standard care alone, can reduce:1.fatigue symptoms (primary objective)2.psychological distressand improve:3.health-related quality of life4.sense of coherence5.…
This study examines the effect of systematic geriatic screening, via a geriatric oncology care module and geriatric interventions, on the quality of life of patients aged 70 years or older with colorectal carcinoma. We also examine whether…
Primary: to compare the OSS concept with RCM in the surgical treatment of BCCs with current standard of care.Secondary: to assess the accuracy (sensitivity and specificity) of diagnosing BCC by comparing RCM with punch biopsy as diagnostic tools.…
To gain insight in mechanisms of case management and in succesful and less succesful aspects of case management in individual patient care. This leads to knowledge of potential added value of case management to regular care and (if there is added…
The aim of this study is to accelerate recovery after liver surgery by enhancing intestinal passage through the preoperative use of Movicol®.
To study prevalence and consequences of cognitive, psychological, social and functional decline in elderly breast cancer patients, in comparison to a population elderly without breast cancer.
In this research project it is investigated if abdominal ultrasound measurement of prostate volume performed by the GP is equivalent to the prostate volume measured by the transrectal ultrasound (TRUS) performed by the urologist. Also the effect on…
The aim of this study is to determine the effectiveness of the treatment (breast reconstruction) from the perspective of the patient's. By examining the results, the impact on the well-being and satisfaction, we will be able to customize the…
The objective of the study is to dimplement and evaluate a new care path for elderly prostate cancer patients with complex care needs within 20 months. This will be done withinthe department of urology at the Meander Medisch Centrum at Amersfoort,…
Primary Objective: *How do parents experience and perceive EOL decision-making after allogeneic paediatric SCT?* Secondary Objectives: - How do parents gain insight in their child*s condition and treatment options during EOL process?- With which EOL…
The aim of this study is to understand what it means to be anxious for adults with a malignant glioma. This study focuses on the lived experience and the underlying processes of the meaning of anxiety.Main question: "What does it mean for…
Primary objective: Adherence in patients starting the use of capecitabine and the influence of patients attitudes and side effects on adherence.Secondary objective: The second part of this study contains 1) a validation study of the adherence…
This study will contribute to improving quality of care for cancer survivors, since sexual problems seem to be profound but not always discussed with patients. Patients are now often insufficiently informed and do not know how to interpret their…