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The main objective of the study is a head tot head comparison of the everolimus coated XIENCE-V* stent with the paclitaxel coated TAXUS* stent in order to observe whether there is a difference in clinical outcome between both stents. Efficacy of…
5. Study objective(s) and hypothesis:The aim of this study is to assess the value of early, intensive and efficient treatment of patients with recent acquired arthritis, in preventing progression into destructive RA
We want to study whether there is a difference with respect to the pressure exerted onto the body when using a normal spineboard and a newly developed spineboard, related to the level of consciousness of the volunteer. Also the experienced comfort…
In the light of the aforementioned the current study has three objectives: 1) to study the effectiveness of an in-home self-management intervention to reduce fear of falling, avoidance behavior, catastrophizing about falls in order to prevent…
The study objective is to evaluate, with respect to hand function, the effect of a physical therapy program based on mirror therapy compared to conventional physical therapy in chronic stroke patients and to improve our understanding of the…
1. Randomised controlled determination of the influence of foods on the behaviour of a heterogeneous not-selected group primary school children, during the first two months of the trial. 2. Determination of an IgG or IgE-mediated respons to foods,…
The objectives of the present study are twofold:1 screening patients with diabetes type 2 for psychological risk factors and2 studying the effect of a self-management training on metabolic regulation in patients starting with insuline therapy
To indentify the surgical intervention with the best result in case of a rigid claw toe.
The aim of the study is to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of a personal health portal on internet to promote physical activity and fruit and vegetables consumption among workers. The specific research questions are:1. Does the personal health…
The purpose of this study is to investigate whether ambulant feedback of measured activity pattern is able to change the daily activity pattern of patients with chronic low back pain.
This study aims to define the role of the IEC in S. aureus colonisation.
The aim of this study is to test the hypothesis that obesity and the microbial community in the human GI tract are linked
The aim of this study is to determine whether the treatment is effective in reducing symptoms in patients suffering from AVH*s.
This research has the goal to determine which treatment is the most effective treatment in terms of prevention of treatment failure, in costs and has the patients preference when comparing PDT, Imiquimod and 5FU.
Does a multidisciplinary treatment program consisting of dietary advice, life style activity and psychological counseling, aimed at preschool overweight children , as well as their parents, influence the Body Mass Index?
1.The Dutch version of the walking impairment questionnaire is a valid instrument for measuring walking disability in patients with peripheral arterial disease; 2.There is a difference between the walking ability experienced by patients on a…
It is hypothesized that long-term electronic communication through the web and e-mails (the Health Portal) provides efficient means to increase exposure to advice on healthy behavior and to facilitate adherence and sustainability.
The research tests two core propositions of music therapy research in forensic psychiatry: 1. There are some behavioral changes (on coping, social skills, and impuls regulation) of forensic psychiatric patients due to the music therapy treatment.…
At least comparable therapeutic efficacy of Myfortic as compared to ciclosporin in therapy refractory uveitis.
Treatment with Fixion Proximal Femur Nailing System will give less complications than treatment with Gamma 3 Nail in unstable proximal femur fractures.