Publications by authors named "Joost H van Linge"
Article Synopsis
- The 'Dutch guideline for DDH in children < 1 year' aims to standardize the diagnosis and treatment of developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) through evidence-based recommendations.
- A systematic review identified 11 key articles to inform guidelines, emphasizing the Pavlik harness as the initial treatment for unstable hips, with specific follow-up care and procedures if stability isn't achieved.
- The study provides detailed recommendations for various treatment approaches, including closed reduction and surgical options, while considering patient preferences and costs, as part of an official national guideline series.
Treatment of centered developmental dysplasia of the hip under the age of 1 year: an evidence-based clinical practice guideline - Part 1.
Christiaan J A van Bergen Pieter Bas de Witte Floor Willeboordse Babette L de Geest Magritha Margret M H P Foreman-van Drongelen Joost H van Linge
EFORT Open Rev
July 2022
Article Synopsis
- - The Dutch Orthopedic Society created a clinical practice guideline to standardize treatment for developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) due to its varied treatment approaches.
- - The guideline specifically covers centered DDH (Graf types 2A-C) and recommends a systematic literature review, leading to key recommendations such as initial observation for certain patients and the use of specific abduction devices for young children.
- - Final recommendations include monitoring and treatment timelines, with specific ages for intervention and follow-up assessments, forming part 1 of an evidence-based guideline aimed at improving care for young children with DDH.
Productivity costs and medical costs among working patients with knee osteoarthritis.
Arthritis Care Res (Hoboken)
June 2012
Objective: Although the knee joint is one of the joints most affected by osteoarthritis (OA), research on the economic implications of joint disease has generally focused only on OA. The goal of this study was to identify and quantify knee-related productivity and medical costs in knee OA patients with paid employment. Furthermore, we evaluated associations between productivity loss and relevant patient, health, and work characteristics.
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