Publications by authors named "P Roelandt"

Introduction: Individuals who claim to be affected by idiopathic environmental intolerance attributed to electromagnetic fields (EMFs) report symptoms linked to EMF exposure. Uncertainties about the causes of these symptoms often leave them seeking their own care solutions. In our connected societies, they may limit their exposure, leading to a spiral of avoidance that negatively impacts overall health.

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  • Acute and chronic anal fissures are common health issues that lead to significant discomfort and frequent doctor visits; therefore, evidence-based treatment guidelines are crucial.
  • A Delphi consensus method was used to review existing literature and create a set of statements regarding the treatment options for anal fissures, finalized by January 2023.
  • The guidelines emphasize that both men and women are equally affected, conservative treatments should be tried first, and surgical options like lateral internal sphincterotomy and fissurectomy can be considered if conservative methods fail.
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Background And Aim: Randomised trials show improved polyp detection with computer-aided detection (CADe), mostly of small lesions. However, operator and selection bias may affect CADe's true benefit. Clinical outcomes of increased detection have not yet been fully elucidated.

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The importance to reach the target to be carbon net zero by 2050, as presented by the European Commission in the European Green Deal, cannot be overestimated. In a current endoscopy world, where single use has found its place and techniques are constantly evolving, it will be a challenge to reach these goals. How can we reconcile this evolution to a carbon neutral status by 2050 without compromising patients care, clinical standards and training needs? The European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ESGE) together with the European Society of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Nurses and Associates (ESGENA) recently published a position statement (1) whereas in the UK there is the work from the green endoscopy group (2) in line with the strategy of the British Society of Gastroenterology (BSG) on sustainability (3).

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