Research

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Cited 8 times since 2023 (3.9 per year) source: EuropePMC

Annals of vascular surgery, Volume 94, 5 1 2023, Pages 178-185 Nutcracker Syndrome: Challenges in Diagnosis and Surgical Treatment. Dieleman F, Hamming JF, Erben Y, van der Vorst JR

Background: Nutcracker syndrome (NCS) is an uncommon syndrome that presents with signs and symptoms caused by compression of the left renal vein (LRV), whereas 'nutcracker phenomenon' is solely used to refer to the anatomical configuration without clinical symptoms. Treatment for NCS may include nonoperative management, open surgical intervention, and in some instances endovascular stenting. We present a single-center retrospective case series of patients who presented with NCS managed... Abstract

Cited 1 times since 2023 (0.5 per year) source: EuropePMC

Journal of cardiovascular development and disease, Volume 10, Issue 4, 5 1 2023, Pages 156 Fluid Overload in Pediatric Univentricular Patients Undergoing Fontan Completion. Luppes VAC, Willems A, Hazekamp MG, Blom NA, Ten Harkel ADJ

Background: Fluid overload (FO) is known to occur frequently after pediatric cardiac surgery and is associated with morbidity and mortality. Fontan patients are at risk to develop FO due to their critical fluid balance. Furthermore, they need an adequate preload in order to maintain adequate cardiac output. This study aimed to identify FO in patients undergoing Fontan completion and the impact of FO on pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) length of stay (LOS) and cardiac events, defined as death... Abstract

Cited 22 times since 2023 (10.7 per year) source: EuropePMC

EuroIntervention : journal of EuroPCR in collaboration with the Working Group on Interventional Cardiology of the European Society of Cardiology, Volume 18, Issue 16, 3 1 2023, Pages e1307-e1327 Computed tomographic angiography in coronary artery disease. Serruys PW, Kotoku N, Nørgaard BL, Garg S, Nieman K, Dweck MR, Bax JJ, Knuuti J, Narula J, Perera D, Taylor CA, Leipsic JA, Nicol ED, Piazza N, Schultz CJ, Kitagawa K, Bruyne B, Collet C, Tanaka K, Mushtaq S, Belmonte M, Dudek D, Zlahoda-Huzior A, Tu S, Wijns W, Sharif F, Budoff MJ, Mey J, Andreini D, Onuma Y

Coronary computed tomographic angiography (CCTA) is becoming the first-line investigation for establishing the presence of coronary artery disease and, with fractional flow reserve (FFRCT), its haemodynamic significance. In patients without significant epicardial obstruction, its role is either to rule out atherosclerosis or to detect subclinical plaque that should be monitored for plaque progression/regression following prevention therapy and provide risk classification. Ischaemic non-obstructi... Abstract

Cited 5 times since 2023 (2.4 per year) source: EuropePMC

JAMA network open, Volume 6, Issue 4, 3 1 2023, Pages e239973 Time Trends in Patient Characteristics, Anticoagulation Treatment, and Prognosis of Incident Nonvalvular Atrial Fibrillation in the Netherlands. Chen Q, Toorop MMA, Tops LF, Lijfering WM, Cannegieter SC

Importance: The temporal trend in adverse events regarding stroke prevention for nonvalvular atrial fibrillation (NVAF) in the direct oral anticoagulant (DOAC) era was rarely investigated comprehensively, especially taking into account potential changes in patient characteristics and anticoagulation treatment. Objective: To investigate time trends in patient characteristics, anticoagulation treatment, and prognosis of patients with incident NVAF in the Netherlands. Design, setting, and participa... Abstract

Cited 4 times since 2023 (1.9 per year) source: EuropePMC

Oral diseases, Volume 30, Issue 3, 3 1 2023, Pages 1660-1668 Salivary and serum levels of neutrophil proteases in periodontitis and rheumatoid arthritis. Yilmaz D, Niskanen K, Gonullu E, Tervahartiala T, Gürsoy UK, Sorsa T

Objective: The aim was to profile serum and salivary levels of active-matrix metalloproteinase (aMMP)-8, tissue inhibitor MMP (TIMP)-1, aMMP-8/TIMP-1 ratio, total MMP (tMMP)-9, tMMP-9/TIMP-1 ratio, myeloperoxidase (MPO), and human neutrophil elastase (HNE) in periodontitis and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Materials and methods: Rheumatoid arthritis patients with periodontitis (RA + P, n = 26), periodontally healthy RA patients (RA, n = 23), systemically healthy periodontitis patients (P, n = 24),... Abstract

Cited 3 times since 2023 (1.5 per year) source: EuropePMC

Contemporary clinical trials communications, Volume 33, 2 1 2023, Pages 101128 Near-infrared fluorescence angiography with indocyanine green for perfusion assessment of DIEP and msTRAM flaps: A Dutch multicenter randomized controlled trial. Tange FP, Verduijn PS, Sibinga Mulder BG, van Capelle L, Koning S, Driessen C, Mureau MAM, Vahrmeijer AL, van der Vorst JR

Background: A common complication after a DIEP flap reconstruction is the occurrence of fat necrosis due to inadequate flap perfusion zones. Intraoperative identification of ischemic zones in the DIEP flap could be optimized using indocyanine green near-infrared fluorescence angiography (ICG-NIR-FA). This randomized controlled trial aims to determine whether intraoperative ICG-NIR-FA for the assessment of DIEP flap perfusion decreases the occurrence of fat necrosis. Design/methods: This article... Abstract

Cited 28 times since 2023 (13.6 per year) source: EuropePMC

Europace : European pacing, arrhythmias, and cardiac electrophysiology : journal of the working groups on cardiac pacing, arrhythmias, and cardiac cellular electrophysiology of the European Society of Cardiology, Volume 25, Issue 4, 1 1 2023, Pages 1284-1295 STereotactic Arrhythmia Radioablation (STAR): the Standardized Treatment and Outcome Platform for Stereotactic Therapy Of Re-entrant tachycardia by a Multidisciplinary consortium (STOPSTORM.eu) and review of current patterns of STAR practice in Europe. Grehn M, Mandija S, Miszczyk M, Krug D, Tomasik B, Stickney KE, Alcantara P, Alongi F, Anselmino M, Aranda RS, Balgobind BV, Boda-Heggemann J, Boldt LH, Bottoni N, Cvek J, Elicin O, De Ferrari GM, Hassink RJ, Hazelaar C, Hindricks G, Hurkmans C, Iotti C, Jadczyk T, Jiravsky O, Jumeau R, Kristiansen SB, Levis M, López MA, Martí-Almor J, Mehrhof F, Møller DS, Molon G, Ouss A, Peichl P, Plasek J, Postema PG, Quesada A, Reichlin T, Rordorf R, Rudic B, Saguner AM, Ter Bekke RMA, Torrecilla JL, Troost EGC, Vitolo V, Andratschke N, Zeppenfeld K, Zeppenfeld K, Blamek S, Fast M, de Panfilis L, Blanck O, Pruvot E, Verhoeff JJC

The EU Horizon 2020 Framework-funded Standardized Treatment and Outcome Platform for Stereotactic Therapy Of Re-entrant tachycardia by a Multidisciplinary (STOPSTORM) consortium has been established as a large research network for investigating STereotactic Arrhythmia Radioablation (STAR) for ventricular tachycardia (VT). The aim is to provide a pooled treatment database to evaluate patterns of practice and outcomes of STAR and finally to harmonize STAR within Europe. The consortium comprises 31... Abstract

Cited 19 times since 2023 (9.2 per year) source: EuropePMC

Electrical storm (ES) is a predictor of mortality, and its treatment is challenging. Moreover, not all potential therapeutic strategies are available in all hospitals, and a standardized approach among European centres is lacking. The aim of this European Heart Rhythm Association (EHRA) survey was to assess the current management of patients with ES both in the acute and post-acute phases in 102 different European centres. A 20-item online questionnaire was sent out to the EHRA Research Network... Abstract

Cited 1 times since 2023 (0.5 per year) source: EuropePMC

RMD open, Volume 9, Issue 2, 1 1 2023, Pages e002971 Step forward in early recognition of systemic sclerosis: data from the Leiden CCISS cohort. Liem SIE, Ciaffi J, van Leeuwen NM, Boonstra M, Ahmed S, Beaart-van de Voorde LJJ, Corsel A, Dhondai T, Ninaber MK, Geelhoed-Veltman JJM, Heuvers ME, Tushuizen ME, Ajmone Marsan N, Kiès P, Schouffoer AA, Huizinga TWJ, Allaart CF, De Vries-Bouwstra J

Background: Since 2009, Dutch patients with a confirmed diagnosis/suspicion of systemic sclerosis (SSc) can be referred to the Leiden Combined Care in Systemic Sclerosis (CCISS) cohort. This study evaluated whether early recognition of SSc has improved over time and whether disease characteristics and survival has changed over time. Methods: 643 SSc patients fulfilling American College of Rheumatology/European Alliance of Associations for Rheumatology 2013 SSc criteria were included and categori... Abstract

Cited 1 times since 2023 (0.5 per year) source: EuropePMC

European heart journal. Cardiovascular Imaging, Volume 24, Issue 5, 1 1 2023, Pages 653-663 Prognostic value of right ventricular remodelling in patients undergoing concomitant aortic and mitral valve surgery. Tse YK, Li HL, Yu SY, Wu MZ, Ren QW, Huang J, Tse HF, Bax JJ, Yiu KH

Aims: Long-term risk stratification and surgical timing remain suboptimal in concomitant aortic and mitral (double) valve surgery. This study sought to examine the predictors, changes, and prognostic implications of right ventricular (RV) remodelling in patients undergoing double-valve surgery. Methods and results: In 152 patients undergoing double-valve surgery, four RV remodelling patterns were characterized using transthoracic echocardiography: normal RV size and systolic function (Pattern 1)... Abstract

Cited 13 times since 2023 (6.3 per year) source: EuropePMC

Journal of the American College of Cardiology, Volume 81, Issue 16, 1 1 2023, Pages 1569-1586 Clinical and Prognostic Relevance of Cardiac Wasting in Patients With Advanced Cancer. Lena A, Wilkenshoff U, Hadzibegovic S, Porthun J, Rösnick L, Fröhlich AK, Zeller T, Karakas M, Keller U, Ahn J, Bullinger L, Riess H, Rosen SD, Lyon AR, Lüscher TF, Totzeck M, Rassaf T, Burkhoff D, Mehra MR, Bax JJ, Butler J, Edelmann F, Haverkamp W, Anker SD, Packer M, Coats AJS, von Haehling S, Landmesser U, Anker MS

Background: Body wasting in patients with cancer can affect the heart. Objectives: The frequency, extent, and clinical and prognostic importance of cardiac wasting in cancer patients is unknown. Methods: This study prospectively enrolled 300 patients with mostly advanced, active cancer but without significant cardiovascular disease or infection. These patients were compared with 60 healthy control subjects and 60 patients with chronic heart failure (ejection fraction Abstract

Cited 4 times since 2023 (1.9 per year) source: EuropePMC

Aging and disease, Volume 14, Issue 2, 1 1 2023, Pages 386-397 Cardiac Troponin, Cognitive Function, and Dementia: A Systematic Review. Zonneveld MH, Abbel D, le Cessie S, Jukema JW, Noordam R, Trompet S

Elevated cardiac troponin, a biomarker of myocardial injury, has been found in individuals with brain damage and lower cognitive function. We conducted a systematic review to examine the association of troponin with cognitive function, incidence of dementia and dementia-related outcomes. PubMed, Web of Science and EMBASE were searched from inception to August 2022. Inclusion criteria were: (i) population-based cohort studies; (ii) troponin measured as determinant; and (iii) cognitive function in... Abstract

European journal of cardio-thoracic surgery : official journal of the European Association for Cardio-thoracic Surgery, Volume 63, Issue 4, 1 1 2023, Pages ezad109 Anterior leaflet prolapse: does the evidence imply the need for a change in our repair strategy? Tomšič A, Palmen M, Klautz RJM

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Cited 1 times since 2023 (0.5 per year) source: EuropePMC

Oman medical journal, Volume 38, Issue 2, 31 5 2023, Pages e484 Histopathological Results and the Outcome of Women Who Underwent Postpartum Evacuation and Pelvic Ultrasound Scan. Al Amri I, Al Aufi Z, Al Bash M, Jose S, Al Riyami N

Objectives: This study aimed to assess the proportion of women who underwent postpartum evacuation and were histopathologically confirmed to have retained products of conception (RPOC), compare the reliability of histopathology and ultrasound (US) in determining the presence of RPOC, and assess the maternal complications associated with postpartum evacuation. Methods: A retrospective cross-sectional study was conducted on all women who delivered and had postpartum evacuation at a tertiary teachi... Abstract

Cited 3 times since 2023 (1.5 per year) source: EuropePMC

Netherlands heart journal : monthly journal of the Netherlands Society of Cardiology and the Netherlands Heart Foundation, Volume 31, Issue 5, 29 5 2023, Pages 202-209 Improved prehospital triage for acute cardiac care: results from HART-c, a multicentre prospective study. de Koning ER, Beeres SLMA, Bosch J, Backus BE, Tietge WJ, Alizadeh Dehnavi R, Groenwold RHH, Silvius AM, van Lierop PTS, Jukema JW, Schalij MJ, Boogers MJ

Background: Cardiac symptoms are one of the most prevalent reasons for emergency department visits. However, over 80% of patients with such symptoms are sent home after acute cardiovascular disease has been ruled out. Objective: The Hollands-Midden Acute Regional Triage-cardiology (HART-c) study aimed to investigate whether a novel prehospital triage method, combining prehospital and hospital data with expert consultation, could increase the number of patients who could safely stay at home after... Abstract

Cited 8 times since 2023 (3.9 per year) source: EuropePMC

Allergy, Volume 78, Issue 8, 29 5 2023, Pages 2266-2276 Dupilumab-associated ocular surface disease in atopic dermatitis patients: Clinical characteristics, ophthalmic treatment response and conjunctival goblet cell analysis. Achten R, Thijs J, van der Wal M, van Luijk C, de Graaf M, Bakker D, de Boer J, van Wijk F, de Bruin-Weller M

Background: Dupilumab-associated ocular surface disease (DAOSD) is frequently reported as side effect in atopic dermatitis (AD) patients. Therefore, the aim of this study was to investigate the frequency and severity of DAOSD, ophthalmic treatment response and to learn more about the effect of dupilumab on conjunctival goblet cells (GC). Methods: This prospective study included dupilumab-treated AD patients between February 2020 and June 2022 from the University Medical Centre Utrecht. Patients... Abstract

Cited 1 times since 2023 (0.5 per year) source: EuropePMC

Frontiers in cardiovascular medicine, Volume 10, 28 4 2023, Pages 1127685 Adventitial adaptive immune cells are associated with ascending aortic dilatation in patients with a bicuspid aortic valve. Staal AHJ, Cortenbach KRG, Gorris MAJ, van der Woude LL, Srinivas M, Heijmen RH, Geuzebroek GSC, Grewal N, Hebeda KM, de Vries IJM, DeRuiter MC, van Kimmenade RRJ

Background: Bicuspid aortic valve (BAV) is associated with ascending aorta aneurysms and dissections. Presently, genetic factors and pathological flow patterns are considered responsible for aneurysm formation in BAV while the exact role of inflammatory processes remains unknown. Methods: In order to objectify inflammation, we employ a highly sensitive, quantitative immunohistochemistry approach. Whole slides of dissected, dilated and non-dilated ascending aortas from BAV patients were quantitat... Abstract

Cited 2 times since 2023 (1 per year) source: EuropePMC

JMIR cardio, Volume 7, 24 4 2023, Pages e43781 Implementation and User Evaluation of an eHealth Technology Platform Supporting Patients With Cardiovascular Disease in Managing Their Health After a Cardiac Event: Mixed Methods Study. Bente BE, Wentzel J, Schepers C, Breeman LD, Janssen VR, Pieterse ME, Evers AWM, van Gemert-Pijnen L

Background: eHealth technology can help patients with cardiovascular disease adopt and maintain a healthy lifestyle by supporting self-management and offering guidance, coaching, and tailored information. However, to support patients over time, eHealth needs to blend in with their needs, treatment, and daily lives. Just as needs can differ between patients, needs can change within patients over time. To better adapt technology features to patients' needs, it is necessary to account for thes... Abstract

Cited 1 times since 2023 (0.5 per year) source: EuropePMC

JVS-vascular science, Volume 4, 23 4 2023, Pages 100101 Histological evaluation of the aortic wall response following endovascular aneurysm repair and endovascular aneurysm sealing. Bruijn LE, Heyligers JMM, Vriens PW, van Rhijn J, Roy J, Hamming JF, Gäbel G, Lindeman JHN

Objective: The Nellix endovascular aneurysm sealing (EVAS) system was developed as an alternative to conventional endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR) to minimize endoleaks. A significantly higher failure rate of EVAS may be related to an interaction between the filled endobags and the AAA wall. In general, biological information on aortic remodeling after traditional EVAR is scarce. In this light, we provide here the first histologic evaluation of aneurysm wall morphology after EVAR and EVAS. Me... Abstract

Journal of cardiovascular development and disease, Volume 10, Issue 3, 17 3 2023, Pages 129 Contemporary Management Strategies of Baffle Leaks in Adults with a Failing Systemic Right Ventricle Late after Atrial Switch: A Case Series and Literature Overview. Neijenhuis RML, Regeer MV, van der Kley F, Vliegen HW, Jongbloed MRM, Kiès P, Schalij MJ, Jukema JW, Egorova AD

Baffle leaks are a frequently encountered and often overlooked complication after the atrial switch procedure for transposition of the great arteries. Baffle leaks are present in up to 50% of non-selected patients, and while they initially may not cause clear symptoms, they can complicate the hemodynamic course and influence the prognosis in this complex patient group. A shunt from the pulmonary venous atrium (PVA) to the systemic venous atrium (SVA) can lead to pulmonary overflow and subpulmona... Abstract