Publications by authors named "S J Debets"
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- Shared decision-making is crucial in treating early rectal cancer, yet decisions are often influenced more by doctors than by patients.
- This study involved interviews with 10 patients and 10 healthcare providers to understand their treatment preferences and the factors that influence them.
- Results showed that patients prioritize quality of life and have a different perception of risks compared to healthcare providers, highlighting the need for better communication and understanding of patient preferences in treatment decisions.
IgG4 responses are considered indicative for long-term or repeated exposure to particular antigens. Therefore, studying IgG4-specific antibody responses against Staphylococcus aureus might generate new insights into the respective host-pathogen interactions and the microbial virulence factors involved. Using a bead-based flow cytometry assay, we determined total IgG (IgGt), IgG1, and IgG4 antibody responses to 40 different S.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFStalking is an obsessive behavior. Legal definitions generally characterize stalking as repetitive conduct. It may therefore be expected that recidivism by stalkers is high.
View Article and Find Full Text PDF1. Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a major pathogen in immunocompromised individuals and may participate in the pathogenesis of atherosclerosis in the general population. We evaluated whether CMV-infection alters the function of arterial smooth muscle.
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