Publications by authors named "C Van Der Woude"
Background: Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is often diagnosed in young adults, and therefore frequently coincides with pregnancy. Patients may require surgery that includes (temporary) stoma placement. Literature on the occurrence of stoma-complications during pregnancy and the effect on pregnancy outcomes is limited.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPerianal fistulizing disease, commonly associated with Crohn's disease, poses significant diagnostic and therapeutic challenges due to its complex anatomy and high recurrence rates. Radiological imaging plays a pivotal role in the accurate diagnosis, classification, and management of this condition. This article reviews the current radiological modalities employed in the evaluation of perianal fistulizing disease, including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), endoanal ultrasound, and computed tomography (CT).
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- Patients with Immune Mediated Inflammatory Diseases (IMIDs) on immunosuppressive therapy are at higher risk for vaccine-preventable infections, prompting this study to assess their vaccination rates against guidelines.
- A survey sent to IMID patients at a Rotterdam hospital revealed that while 92% were vaccinated per national guidelines, many still lacked vaccinations for measles and diphtheria/tetanus/polio, and only a fraction received regular pneumococcal and influenza vaccines.
- The study concludes that vaccination rates for these patients do not meet guidelines, and suggests focused efforts to improve vaccination compliance, especially for measles, diphtheria/tetanus/polio, and regular pneumococcal and influenza vaccinations.
Systematic review: Patient-related, microbial, surgical, and histopathological risk factors for endoscopic post-operative recurrence in patients with Crohn's disease.
Aliment Pharmacol Ther
August 2024
Article Synopsis
- Risk stratification for endoscopic post-operative recurrence (ePOR) in Crohn's disease is crucial for identifying patients who would benefit from preventive treatments and closer monitoring.
- A comprehensive review of 47 studies highlighted key risk factors for ePOR, such as active smoking, male gender, and previous bowel surgeries, but many factors listed in current guidelines lacked consistent evidence.
- The findings suggest a need for personalized treatment strategies based on reliable risk factors to improve patient outcomes following ileocolic surgeries for Crohn's disease.
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- - The study at Erasmus Medical Center examined why less than half of patients and healthcare professionals (HCPs) utilize patient-reported outcomes measures (PROMs), aiming to identify factors that aid or hinder their adoption.
- - A mixed-methods approach was used, incorporating interviews, focus groups, and questionnaires from various stakeholders including patients, HCPs, and medical students, which led to themes relevant to training, motivation, and reducing burdens related to PROMs.
- - Findings highlighted that while providing digital tools and support is essential for PROM implementation, continuous efforts to engage and educate users are necessary for achieving successful adoption.