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We hypothesize that propofol combined with ketamine has a optimal physician’s satisfaction, patient’s satisfaction and hemodynamic stability, in comparison with propofol combined with either alfentanil or remifentanil.
In old age, sufficient protein intake is important to preserve muscle mass and function. Around 50% of older adults (65+ y) consumes ¡Ü1.0 g/kg adjusted body weight (BW)/day (d). There is no rapid method to screen for low protein intake in old age…
Whole Body Vibration (WBV) applied via a chair has positive chronic effects on cognitive function of older people.
We test the effect of a verbal suggestion providing an under prediction of the pain intensity of upcoming heat stimuli as compared to a correct prediction of the intensity to assess the possible occurrence of contrasts effects (i.e., more intense…
Exercise leads to pain and funcional improvement in patients diagnosed with insertional Achilles tendinopathy
Ventilation-associated pneumonia (VAP) is an important complication in intubated mechanically ventilated patients. VAP is associated with a substantial increase in morbidity, mortality, and cost. One of the most relevant causes of VAP is passage of…
The results from this trial will provide evidence on whether structured risk assessments and customized maternity care for high-risk pregnant women by maternity care providers is feasible in terms of effectiveness, especially regarding maternal…
The following hypotheses will be examined: a. patients with multiple sclerosis who become cognitively impaired may experience an increase in pain experience (due to white matter lesions) b. hyperesthesia is known to be predictive of central…
It is expected that the urinary and serum level of intestinal fatty acid binding protein (I-FABP) and the urinary level of Claudin-3 have prognostic relevance for early identification of patients at risk for intestinal ischemia-related morbidity or…
This study aims to implement and evaluate an advance care planning (ACP) intervention for elderly nursing home patients with a limited life expectancy. The intervention consists of ACP discussions integrated with a structured multidisciplinary…
When this new knee system will facilitate a high knee flexion, this will be depicted in a superior knee function. In addition, a high flexion ability will result in high clinical and functional outcome scores and high patient satisfaction.
We hypothesize that liraglutide treatment, initiated before cardiac surgery, is effective in lowering the number of patients needing perioperative insulin adjustments and reducing the total amount of insulin needed in the perioperative period when…
Een "systeem biologische aanpak" kan nieuwe diagnostische markers en oorzakelijke immuunprocessen identificeren bij patiënten met artritis psoriatica.
A high protein diet and resistance exercise have a positive effect on fat free mass, fat mass, muscle strength, physical functioning and quality of life compared to regular dietary and exercise advice according to CBO guidelines for treatment of…
An eHealth CBT intervention reduces depressive symptoms in dialysis patients.
We hypothesize that group medical appointments will enhance adherence to treatment and self-efficacy in patients with sickle cell disease, as well as increase quality of life, and satisfaction with the treating physician and nurse. When performing…
Dental caries lesions (with ICDAS Codes 3 and 4) can be treated by sealing, offering a less invasive and less costly treatment option with the same results as preparation and restoration of the carious lesions.
The aim of the pilot trial is to: 1. evaluate the potential effectiveness and effect size of the e-support program for parents of children with a chronic kidney disease; 2. to identify outcome measures most likely to capture potential patient…