Patients perspectives on integrating eHealth in regular care pathways for atrial fibrillation: evaluating photoplethysmography for remote self-assessment.

Aims: Smartphone applications for heart rate and rhythm assessment are increasingly used for the management of atrial fibrillation (AF). Although the use of a photoplethysmography (PPG)-based smartphone application with subsequent (tele)consultations for AF management has been proven feasible in the TeleCheck-AF project, specific needs, and expectations of patients with AF are unclear. The aim of this study is to evaluate patients' perspectives on the use of remote PPG-based electronical health (eHealth) integrated in regular care pathways for AF.

Improving asthma care in children: revealing needs and bottlenecks through in-depth interviews.

Asthma affects 7% of Dutch children and poses an increasing challenge, highlighting the need for effective paediatric asthma care. Achieving optimal asthma control is crucial given the potentially negative long-term effects of bad asthma control on lung development and quality of life in young children. The aim was to understand the challenges and requirements of existing asthma management practices in children.

[Cementation of adhesive bridges].

Adhesive bridges represent an important modality in contemporary restorative dentistry, offering durable, aesthetic, and functional solutions. However, a successful outcome of these restorations is highly dependent on the quality of the cementation. This article provides an overview of the cementation protocol for adhesive bridges made from different materials, addressing fundamental aspects such as material selection, tooth surface preparation, cementation techniques, and considerations regarding longevity and stability.

[Optimally invasive ceramic bridge constructions].

Bridges are commonly used to replace missing teeth. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the key factors influencing the performance and lifespan of various types of resin-bonded fixed prostheses. Studies comparing different types underscore the importance of achieving a balance between structural integrity and stress distribution.

[Online survey Developments in the field of crown and bridge work: the results].

In the months prior to this special issue, an online survey was conducted. The focus was on the different views on tooth- and implant-supported fixed appliances. Unfortunately, this survey was only completed by 36 people, two-thirds of whom were men and one-third of whom were women.