Publications by authors named "A L Mikkelsen"

Background And Purpose: The prevalence of sequelae following rectal cancer (RC) treatment is high. We investigate the prevalence and temporal change in sexual dysfunction among male RC patient, along with their counselling and treatment needs and associations between sexual dysfunction and clinical factors. Patient/materials and methods: Patient-reported outcome measures were completed 3 and 12 months after RC surgery.

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Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) affects around 30% of the global population. Studies suggest that MASLD is associated with compromised brain health and cognitive dysfunction, initiating a growing interest in exploring the liver-brain axis mechanistically within MASLD pathophysiology. With the prevalence of MASLD increasing at an alarming rate, leaving a large proportion of people potentially at risk, cognitive dysfunction in MASLD is a health challenge that requires careful consideration and awareness.

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  • Bitewing examinations are critical for assessing pediatric dental health, and this study compared the radiation dose and image quality of two X-ray systems: Trophy CCX (TCCX) and Planmeca Pro X (PPX).
  • Data was collected from both real patient exams and artificial models, with experienced dentists blind-evaluating the images for quality while assessing radiation exposure using a dosimeter.
  • Results showed that TCCX provided higher-quality images but at a significantly increased radiation dose compared to PPX, suggesting a trade-off between image clarity and patient safety.
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Metal-halide perovskites (MHPs) have gained substantial interest in the energy and optoelectronics field. MHPs in nanostructure forms, such as nanocrystals and nanowires (NWs), have further expanded the horizons for perovskite nanodevices in geometry and properties. A partial anion exchange within the nanostructure, creating axial heterojunctions, has significantly augmented the potential applications.

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Objectives: Challenges regarding feeding difficulties and nutrition in children with esophageal atresia (EA) have been sparsely studied. The aim of this study was to explore parent-reported feeding difficulties in children with EA by applying Montreal Children's Hospital-Feeding Scale (MCH-FS), and to further explore associations between feeding difficulties and clinical factors, growth and nutritional intake.

Methods: Parents of EA children born between 2012 and 2017 were invited.

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