Publications by authors named "Andy de Jong"

Market demand for palatable plant-based meat alternatives is on the rise. One of the challenges is formulating products with sensorial characteristics similar to conventional meat. In this study, the effect of myoglobin on the aromatic profile of plant-based meat alternatives was assessed.

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Unlabelled: Assessment and treatment of osteoporosis are recommended following hip fracture. Osteoporosis treatment assumes an adequate calcium intake and a normal vitamin D plasma level. The authors conducted a study in three phases.

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Slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE) is considered to be one of the most common disorders of the hip in children and adolescents. If left untreated, it may lead to progressive deformity, pain and decreased range of motion, and predisposes to early onset degenerative arthritis. Surgical treatment is advised, with in situ pinning across the physis being the gold standard for stable slips.

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Lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) is the most frequent type of myotendinosis and can be responsible for substantial pain and loss of function of the affected limb. Tennis biomechanics, player characteristics and equipment are important in preventing the condition. This article presents an overview of the current knowledge on lateral epicondylitis, and focuses on treatment strategies.

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Aims: The anorectum and lower urinary tract (LUT) are closely related organs: anorectal and LUT dysfunction often occur concomitant, and therapeutic actions in one organ may influence function of the other. The aim of this study was to explore the physiologic relationship between anorectal and LUT function in healthy volunteers.

Methods: Two groups of healthy volunteers were studied.

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