Publications by authors named "Jesper Sune Brok"

Background: Studies suggest that Wilms tumours (WT) are caused by underlying genetic (5%-10%) and epigenetic (2%-29%) mechanisms, yet studies covering both aspects are sparse.

Methods: We performed prospective whole-genome sequencing of germline DNA in Danish children diagnosed with WT from 2016 to 2021, and linked genotypes to deep phenotypes.

Results: Of 24 patients (58% female), 3 (13%, all female) harboured pathogenic germline variants in WT risk genes ( and ).

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Objectives: To identify the risk factors for neonatal sepsis in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Design: Systematic review and meta-analysis.

Data Sources: PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, African Index Medicus and ClinicalTrials.

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Objectives: To investigate the extent to which observer variability of computed tomography (CT) lung nodule assessment may affect clinical treatment stratification in Wilms tumour (WT) patients, according to the recent Société Internationale d'Oncologie Pédiatrique Renal Tumour Study Group (SIOP-RTSG) UMBRELLA protocol.

Methods: I: CT thoraces of children with WT submitted for central review were used to estimate size distribution of lung metastases. II: Scans were selected for blinded review by five radiologists to determine intra- and inter-observer variability.

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Children born preterm have an increased risk of severe morbidity, e.g. cerebral palsy (CP), compared to children born at term.

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Background: Nausea and vomiting are common and distressing side effects for children receiving chemotherapy. Limited evidence is available to guide antiemetic recommendations; therefore, prospective and reliable evaluation of antiemetic efficacy is needed. Smartphone apps can be used to effortlessly and precisely collect patient-reported outcomes in real time.

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