Publications by authors named "J Van den Burg"
Ball-milling of addition polymers such as polyolefins, polystyrene and polyacrylates can be used for depolymerization to obtain the respective monomers. However, absolute yields are typically low, especially from polyolefins which are notoriously difficult to depolymerize. To increase the viability of ball milling as a recycling technique, the effect of milling parameters on small hydrocarbon and monomer yields has to be understood.
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- Anterior drooling significantly affects social interactions and emotional well-being in children and young people (CYP) with neurodevelopmental disabilities, especially those with a developmental age of 6 years and older.
- The study analyzed parental perceptions through questionnaires, revealing that a substantial number of CYP experience frequent drooling, which impacts their social acceptance and perceived cognitive abilities.
- The findings highlight the need for clinical care to address the social-emotional consequences of drooling, as many CYP feel dissatisfied with their appearance and struggle with acceptance by peers.
Unlabelled: Anterior and posterior drooling are prevalent comorbidities in children with neurodevelopmental disabilities. Considering the heterogeneity of the patient population and the multifactorial aetiology of drooling, an interdisciplinary and individualised treatment approach is indispensable. However, no tool for stepwise decision-making in the treatment of paediatric drooling has been developed previously.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Despite the established efficacy of glycopyrronium bromide in reducing drooling among children with neurodevelopmental disabilities, evidence on its impact on the daily lives of children and parents and effectiveness in a real-world setting are scarce, especially among long-term users. This study explored timing and duration of glycopyrronium treatment, effect and impact on daily life, and occurrence of side effects to inform clinical practice.
Methods: This was a retrospective cohort study at a national referral centre for drooling, including 61 children with nonprogressive neurodevelopmental disabilities, treated with glycopyrronium for anterior and/or posterior drooling between 2011 and 2021.