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  1. Article ; Online: Effect of exercise after a deep venous thrombosis: A systematic review.

    Rook, B / van Rijn, M J E / Jansma, E P / van Montfrans, C

    Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology : JEADV

    2023  Volume 38, Issue 2, Page(s) 289–301

    Abstract: Post-thrombotic syndrome (PTS) is a common complication after deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and has a major impact on physical symptoms, quality of life (QoL) and economic costs. Relatively simple lifestyle interventions as physical exercise might reduce ... ...

    Abstract Post-thrombotic syndrome (PTS) is a common complication after deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and has a major impact on physical symptoms, quality of life (QoL) and economic costs. Relatively simple lifestyle interventions as physical exercise might reduce PTS severity and increase QoL. To evaluate the direct and long-term effects of physical activity in patients with an acute or previous DVT. We conducted a systematic review through an additional search from 2007 up to March 2022, to complement the comprehensive systematic review of Kahn et al. Articles evaluating the effect of exercise after a DVT including symptoms, QoL and the incidence and severity of PTS, were included. Quality of the studies was assessed using a GRADE-like checklist and results were reported according to the PRISMA Statement. Ten studies were included, seven randomized controlled trials and three cohort studies. We identified three types of physical activity based on timing and duration; (1) early mobilisation in the acute phase of the DVT; (2) short duration exercise 1 year after DVT and (3) prolonged exercise during follow-up after a previous DVT. Early mobilisation showed improvement in QoL and pain reduction and after 2 years it resulted in a significant reduction of PTS severity. Prolonged supervised exercise resulted in improvement of QoL. In addition, positive effects on symptoms of venous insufficiency and muscle functions were observed. None of the included studies reported an increased risk of PTS or worsening of symptoms due to physical activity. Physical exercise after a DVT is safe, improves QoL, reduces pain and decreases PTS severity. Lifestyle intervention such as guided individualized training programs can be a useful supplementary therapy for patients after a DVT or for PTS patients. Optimal training programs may be identified by further studies that improve patient-oriented outcomes for both adults and children after a DVT.
    MeSH term(s) Adult ; Child ; Humans ; Exercise ; Pain ; Postthrombotic Syndrome/therapy ; Quality of Life ; Venous Thrombosis/complications
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-10-16
    Publishing country England
    Document type Systematic Review ; Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 1128828-0
    ISSN 1468-3083 ; 0926-9959
    ISSN (online) 1468-3083
    ISSN 0926-9959
    DOI 10.1111/jdv.19523
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  2. Article ; Online: Adolescent sarcoidosis mimicking malignant lymphoma.

    Kemps, Paul G / Bruin, Marrie C A / Haasnoot, Anne-Mieke J W / van Egmond-Ebbeling, Michelle B / Renson, Thomas J C / van Montfrans, Joris M

    The Lancet. Rheumatology

    2021  Volume 4, Issue 6, Page(s) e450

    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-08-19
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 2665-9913
    ISSN (online) 2665-9913
    DOI 10.1016/S2665-9913(21)00210-1
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  3. Article ; Online: Validity and Reliability of Two Digital Wound Measurement Tools after Surgery in Patients with Hidradenitis Suppurativa.

    Aarts, Pim / van Huijstee, Johanna C / Ragamin, Aviël / Reeves, Joanne L / van Montfrans, Catherine / van der Zee, Hessel H / Prens, Errol P

    Dermatology (Basel, Switzerland)

    2022  Volume 239, Issue 1, Page(s) 99–108

    Abstract: Background: After excision surgery in patients with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), wounds are usually left open for secondary intention healing. To evaluate wound healing, reliable wound measurement is important. However, digital wound measurement tools ...

    Abstract Background: After excision surgery in patients with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), wounds are usually left open for secondary intention healing. To evaluate wound healing, reliable wound measurement is important. However, digital wound measurement tools for measuring the surface area are validated for small wounds located on flat or mildly convex body surfaces in studies, often powered inadequately. Up until now, a validated digital measurement tool to accurately measure wounds on all body surfaces, including the intertriginous areas, was not available.
    Objectives: The aim of this study was to validate two digital wound measurement tools for the measurement of the surface area of larger and concave wounds, using surgical wounds in patients with HS.
    Methods: This prospective observational validation study included consecutive patients with HS undergoing excision surgery in the Department of Dermatology of the Erasmus University Medical Center, Rotterdam. Wound measurements using a ruler, the tracing method, the inSight® 3-dimensional (3D) device, and the ImitoWound app were performed by three investigators. The intraclass correlation coefficients (ICCs) for concurrent validity and the intra- and inter-rater reliability were analyzed. The standard error of measurement (SEm) and minimal detectable change were calculated, and Bland-Altman plots were constructed to determine the limits of agreement.
    Results: Twenty patients with a total of 52 wounds were included. The wounds had a mean surface of 18.7 cm2. The inSight® 3D device showed an ICC of 0.987 for concurrent validity, 0.998 for intra-rater reliability, and 0.997 for inter-rater reliability. The ICCs from the ImitoWound application were 0.974, 0.978, and 0.964 for concurrent validity, intra-rater reliability, and inter-rater reliability, respectively. The SEms for intra- and inter-rater reliability were 0.95 cm2 and 1.11 cm2 for the inSight® 3D device and 3.33 cm2 and 3.51 cm2 for the ImitoWound app, respectively.
    Conclusion: Both the inSight® 3D device and the ImitoWound app demonstrated excellent concurrent validity and reliability for the surface measurements of concave wound, enabling these tools to be used reliably in clinical research and daily practice. Furthermore, it paves the way for broader application, such as telemonitoring of wound care at home.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Hidradenitis Suppurativa/diagnosis ; Hidradenitis Suppurativa/surgery ; Reproducibility of Results ; Wound Healing ; Surgical Wound ; Prospective Studies
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-08-23
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Observational Study ; Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 1099692-8
    ISSN 1421-9832 ; 1018-8665
    ISSN (online) 1421-9832
    ISSN 1018-8665
    DOI 10.1159/000525844
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  4. Article ; Online: Neonatal sepsis and transient immunodeficiency: Potential for novel immunoglobulin therapies?

    Beudeker, Coco R / Vijlbrief, Daniel C / van Montfrans, Joris M / Rooijakkers, Suzan H M / van der Flier, Michiel

    Frontiers in immunology

    2022  Volume 13, Page(s) 1016877

    Abstract: Neonates, especially preterm neonates, have the highest risk of sepsis of all age groups. Transient immaturity of the neonatal immune system is an important risk factor. Neonates suffer from hypogammaglobulinemia as nor IgA nor IgM is transferred over ... ...

    Abstract Neonates, especially preterm neonates, have the highest risk of sepsis of all age groups. Transient immaturity of the neonatal immune system is an important risk factor. Neonates suffer from hypogammaglobulinemia as nor IgA nor IgM is transferred over the placenta and IgG is only transferred over the placenta late in gestation. In addition, neutrophil numbers and complement function are also decreased. This mini-review focuses on strategies to improve neonatal host-defense. Both clinical and preclinical studies have attempted to boost neonatal immunity to lower the incidence of sepsis and improve outcome. Recent advances in the development of (monoclonal) antibodies show promising results in preclinical studies but have yet to be tested in clinical trials. Strategies to increase complement activity seem efficient in vitro but potential disadvantages such as hyperinflammation have held back further clinical development. Increase of neutrophil numbers has been tested extensively in clinical trials but failed to show improvement in mortality. Future research should focus on clinical applicability of promising new prevention strategies for neonatal sepsis.
    MeSH term(s) Infant, Newborn ; Pregnancy ; Female ; Humans ; Neonatal Sepsis ; Sepsis/drug therapy ; Neutrophils ; Immunoglobulins/therapeutic use ; Immunologic Deficiency Syndromes
    Chemical Substances Immunoglobulins
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-10-18
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article ; Review ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2606827-8
    ISSN 1664-3224 ; 1664-3224
    ISSN (online) 1664-3224
    ISSN 1664-3224
    DOI 10.3389/fimmu.2022.1016877
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  5. Article ; Online: Health Professionals' Perceptions of Disparities in Hypertension Control: A Mixed Methods Study.

    Brewster, Lizzy M / Tong, Jingyu / Yan, Lijing L / Moe, Jeffrey / Harris, Vanessa C / van Montfrans, Gert A

    American journal of hypertension

    2022  Volume 35, Issue 11, Page(s) 955–963

    Abstract: Background: Health professionals' commitment is needed to address disparities in hypertension control by ancestry, but their perceptions regarding these disparities are understudied.: Methods: Cross-sectional mixed methods study in a universal ... ...

    Abstract Background: Health professionals' commitment is needed to address disparities in hypertension control by ancestry, but their perceptions regarding these disparities are understudied.
    Methods: Cross-sectional mixed methods study in a universal healthcare setting in the Netherlands. Snowball sampling was used to include professionals practicing in a large multicity conglomerate including the capital city. Online surveys were collected, and survey participants were randomly selected for in-depth interviews. We used quantitative and qualitative methods to analyze health professionals' awareness, beliefs, and possible interventions regarding these disparities.
    Results: We analyzed questionnaire data of 77 health professionals (medical doctors n = 70, nurses = 7), whereas 13 were interviewed. Most professionals were women (59%), general practitioners (81%); and White-European (77%), with 79% caring for patients of diverse ancestry. Disparities in hypertension control by ancestry were perceived to exist nationally (83% [95% CI, 75;91]), but less so in health professionals' own clinics (62% [52;73]), or among their own patients (56% [45;67]). Survey respondents emphasized patient rather than provider-level factors as mediators of poor hypertension control by ancestry. The collection of data on patients' ancestry, updating guidelines, and professional training were considered helpful to reduce disparities. Interviewees further emphasized patient-level factors, but also the need to better educate health professionals and increase their awareness.
    Conclusions: This explorative study finds that health professionals predominantly attribute disparities in hypertension control to patient-level factors. Awareness of disparities was lower for more proximate healthcare settings. These data emphasize the need to consider health professionals' perceptions when addressing disparities in hypertension control.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Female ; Male ; Attitude of Health Personnel ; Cross-Sectional Studies ; Health Personnel ; Hypertension ; Surveys and Questionnaires
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-08-24
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 639383-4
    ISSN 1941-7225 ; 1879-1905 ; 0895-7061
    ISSN (online) 1941-7225 ; 1879-1905
    ISSN 0895-7061
    DOI 10.1093/ajh/hpac099
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  6. Article ; Online: Lymphoedema in patients with lentigo maligna treated with imiquimod: a long-term adverse effect.

    Tio, D / Kirtschig, G / Hoekzema, R / van Montfrans, C

    The British journal of dermatology

    2018  Volume 178, Issue 6, Page(s) 1441–1442

    MeSH term(s) Aged ; Antineoplastic Agents/administration & dosage ; Antineoplastic Agents/adverse effects ; Drug Administration Schedule ; Female ; Humans ; Hutchinson's Melanotic Freckle/drug therapy ; Imiquimod/administration & dosage ; Imiquimod/adverse effects ; Lymphedema/chemically induced ; Skin Neoplasms/drug therapy
    Chemical Substances Antineoplastic Agents ; Imiquimod (P1QW714R7M)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2018-04-14
    Publishing country England
    Document type Case Reports ; Letter
    ZDB-ID 80076-4
    ISSN 1365-2133 ; 0007-0963
    ISSN (online) 1365-2133
    ISSN 0007-0963
    DOI 10.1111/bjd.16267
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  7. Article ; Online: Humoral and cellular immunogenicity, effectiveness and safety of COVID-19 mRNA vaccination in patients with pediatric rheumatic diseases: A prospective cohort study.

    Hamad Saied, Mohamad / van Straalen, Joeri W / de Roock, Sytze / Verduyn Lunel, Frans M / de Wit, Jelle / de Rond, Lia G H / Van Nieuwenhove, Erika / Vastert, Bas J / van Montfrans, Joris M / van Royen-Kerkhof, Annet / de Joode-Smink, Gerrie C J / Swart, Joost F / Wulffraat, Nico M / Jansen, Marc H A

    Vaccine

    2024  Volume 42, Issue 5, Page(s) 1145–1153

    Abstract: Objectives: To evaluate immunogenicity, effectiveness and safety of COVID-19 vaccination in patients with pediatric autoimmune inflammatory rheumatic disease (pedAIIRD).: Methods: A prospective cohort study was performed at the pediatric rheumatology ...

    Abstract Objectives: To evaluate immunogenicity, effectiveness and safety of COVID-19 vaccination in patients with pediatric autoimmune inflammatory rheumatic disease (pedAIIRD).
    Methods: A prospective cohort study was performed at the pediatric rheumatology department of the Wilhelmina Children's Hospital in Utrecht, the Netherlands. Vaccination dates, COVID-19 cases and vaccine-related adverse events (AEs) were registered for all pedAIIRD patients during regular clinic visits from March 2021 - August 2022. SARS-CoV-2 IgG antibody levels and T-cell responses were measured from serum samples after vaccination, and clinical and drug therapy data were collected from electronic medical records. Rate of COVID-19 disease was compared between vaccinated and unvaccinated patients in a time-varying Cox regression analysis.
    Results: A total of 157 patients were included in this study and 88 % had juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA). One hundred thirty-seven patients were fully vaccinated, of which 47 % used biological agents at the time of vaccination, and 20 patients were unvaccinated. Geometric mean concentrations (GMCs) of post-vaccine antibody levels against SARS-CoV-2 were above the threshold for positivity in patients who did and did not use biological agents at the time of vaccination, although biological users demonstrated significantly lower antibody levels (adjusted GMC ratio: 0.38, 95 % CI: 0.21 - 0.70). T-cell responses were adequate in all but two patients (9 %). The adjusted rate of reported COVID-19 was significantly lower for fully vaccinated patients compared to non-vaccinated patients (HR: 0.53, 95 % CI: 0.29 - 0.97). JIA disease activity scores were not significantly different after vaccination, and no serious AEs were reported.
    Conclusions: COVID-19 mRNA vaccines were immunogenic (both cellular and humoral), effective and safe in a large cohort of pedAIIRD patients despite their use of immunosuppressive medication.
    MeSH term(s) Child ; Humans ; Antibodies, Viral ; Arthritis, Juvenile/complications ; COVID-19/prevention & control ; COVID-19 Vaccines/administration & dosage ; Immunogenicity, Vaccine ; Prospective Studies ; Rheumatic Diseases ; RNA, Messenger ; SARS-CoV-2 ; Vaccination
    Chemical Substances Antibodies, Viral ; COVID-19 Vaccines ; RNA, Messenger
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-01-22
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 605674-x
    ISSN 1873-2518 ; 0264-410X
    ISSN (online) 1873-2518
    ISSN 0264-410X
    DOI 10.1016/j.vaccine.2024.01.047
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  8. Article ; Online: Heterozygous Variants in the DNA-binding Domain of c-Myb May Affect Normal B/T Cell Development.

    Smits, Bas M / Hartley, Taila / Dünnebach, Ester / Bartels, Marije / Boycott, Kim M / Kernohan, Kirstin D / Dyment, David A / Giltay, Jacques C / Haddad, Elie / Jarinova, Olga / van Montfrans, Joris / van Royen-Kerkhof, Annet / van der Veken, Lars T / de Witte, Moniek / Nierkens, Stefan / Pham-Huy, Anne / Leavis, Helen L

    HemaSphere

    2022  Volume 6, Issue 10, Page(s) e774

    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-09-21
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 2572-9241
    ISSN (online) 2572-9241
    DOI 10.1097/HS9.0000000000000774
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  9. Article ; Online: Effectiveness of 5% Topical Imiquimod for Lentigo Maligna Treatment.

    Tio, Darryl C K S / van Montfrans, Catherine / Ruijter, Claire G H / Hoekzema, Rick / Bekkenk, Marcel W

    Acta dermato-venereologica

    2019  Volume 99, Issue 10, Page(s) 884–888

    Abstract: Lentigo maligna (LM) is treated to prevent progression to lentigo maligna melanoma (LMM). Surgery is the gold standard but an alternative treatment is off-label topical imiquimod. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of 5% topical ... ...

    Abstract Lentigo maligna (LM) is treated to prevent progression to lentigo maligna melanoma (LMM). Surgery is the gold standard but an alternative treatment is off-label topical imiquimod. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of 5% topical imiquimod treatment for lentigo maligna. In the period 2007-2017 57 patients with lentigo maligna were treated with off-label topical imiquimod once daily for 12 weeks. Complete clinical clearance was observed in 48 patients (84.2%) and partial clearance in 3 patients (5.3%). Three patients (5.3%) showed no response and another 3 patients (5.3%) stopped treatment due to side-effects. After 4.5 years during follow-up one patient developed a lentigo maligna melanoma which was subsequently excised. Treatment with topical imiquimod resulted in complete clearance of lentigo maligna in 48 out of 57 patients (84.2%). Topical imiquimod is an acceptable treatment option for patients with lentigo maligna who prefer topical treatment to surgery or radiotherapy.
    MeSH term(s) Administration, Cutaneous ; Adult ; Aged ; Aged, 80 and over ; Antineoplastic Agents/administration & dosage ; Antineoplastic Agents/adverse effects ; Female ; Humans ; Hutchinson's Melanotic Freckle/drug therapy ; Hutchinson's Melanotic Freckle/pathology ; Imiquimod/administration & dosage ; Imiquimod/adverse effects ; Male ; Middle Aged ; Off-Label Use ; Remission Induction ; Retrospective Studies ; Skin Neoplasms/drug therapy ; Skin Neoplasms/pathology ; Time Factors ; Treatment Outcome ; Young Adult
    Chemical Substances Antineoplastic Agents ; Imiquimod (P1QW714R7M)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2019-06-24
    Publishing country Sweden
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 80007-7
    ISSN 1651-2057 ; 0001-5555
    ISSN (online) 1651-2057
    ISSN 0001-5555
    DOI 10.2340/00015555-3241
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  10. Article ; Online: Een wond aan het been die niet geneest.

    van Erp, Francine C / Sassen, Charlotte G M / den Hartog-Jorissen, Cathelijn B / Damman, Jeffrey / van Rijn, Marie Josee / van Montfrans, Catherine

    Nederlands tijdschrift voor geneeskunde

    2020  Volume 164

    Abstract: The incidence of non-healing wounds is increasing. Identification of the underlying cause of a wound is of essential importance for adequate treatment. In this article, we present three female patients aged 50, 65 and 85 years with respectively pyoderma ... ...

    Title translation Non-healing wounds.
    Abstract The incidence of non-healing wounds is increasing. Identification of the underlying cause of a wound is of essential importance for adequate treatment. In this article, we present three female patients aged 50, 65 and 85 years with respectively pyoderma gangraenosum, livedoid vasculopathy and Martorell hypertensive ischaemic leg ulcer. All patients were treated with local wound care for weeks without a valid diagnosis. In retrospect it can be concluded that several warning signals had not been recognised. Severe pain, atypical location or appearance, insufficient healing and progression of the wound despite adequate wound care should all be considered red flags. Patients with non-healing wounds require prompt referral and more extensive diagnostic investigation. Our cases also show that a multidisciplinary wound care team ensures and accelerates consensus on diagnosis and treatment plan. Such a team can ensure and coordinate follow-up in the home environment.
    MeSH term(s) Aged ; Aged, 80 and over ; Diagnosis, Differential ; Female ; Humans ; Leg Ulcer/diagnosis ; Leg Ulcer/therapy ; Livedo Reticularis/diagnosis ; Livedo Reticularis/therapy ; Middle Aged ; Patient Care Team ; Pyoderma Gangrenosum/diagnosis ; Pyoderma Gangrenosum/therapy ; Treatment Failure ; Varicose Ulcer/diagnosis ; Varicose Ulcer/therapy ; Wound Healing
    Language Dutch
    Publishing date 2020-10-22
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Case Reports ; Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 82073-8
    ISSN 1876-8784 ; 0028-2162
    ISSN (online) 1876-8784
    ISSN 0028-2162
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