Publications by authors named "F J H Hoogwater"
Objectives: A significant proportion of patients undergoing surgery for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) are anemic at the time of resection. In these patients, blood transfusions are omitted due to their potential negative impact on oncological outcomes. The aim of the present study was to determine the prognostic value of preoperative anemia in resected PDAC patients, irrespective of blood transfusion status.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPhysical activity has been associated with a lower risk of various types of cancer and reduced cancer-specific mortality. Less is known about its impact on pancreatic cancer. The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to summarize evidence on the association between physical activity and pancreatic cancer risk and mortality.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Failure to rescue (FTR) is defined as the inability to prevent death after the development of a complication. FTR is a parameter in evaluating multidisciplinary postoperative complication management. The aim of this study was to evaluate FTR rates after major liver resection for perihilar cholangiocarcinoma (pCCA) and analyze factors associated with FTR.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFNutritional support in pancreatic cancer patients and its effect on nutritional status: an observational regional HPB network study investigating current practice.
Support Care Cancer
July 2024
Purpose: Preoperative malnutrition is associated with poor postoperative outcomes in patients with pancreatic cancer. This study evaluated the effectiveness of current practice in nutritional support for patients with pancreatic cancer.
Methods: Observational multicenter HPB network study conducted at the Isala Clinics Zwolle, Medical Spectrum Twente, Medical Center Leeuwarden, and University Medical Center Groningen between October 2021 and May 2023.