Publications
Below you can find a list of our published research.
Below you can find a list of our published research.
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Annals of vascular surgery, 12 2 2024, Pages S0890-5096(24)00174-2 Towards uniform case-identification criteria in observational studies on peripheral arterial disease: A scoping review. Keekstra N, Biemond M, van Schaik J, Schepers A, Hamming JF, van der Vorst JR, Lindeman JHN
Objective: The diagnosis peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is commonly applied for symptoms related to atherosclerotic obstructions in the lower extremity, though its clinical manifestations range from an abnormal Ankle Brachial Index to critical limb ischemia. Subsequently, management and prognosis of PAD vary widely with the disease stage. A critical aspect is how this variation is addressed in administrative databases-based studies that rely on diagnosis codes for case identification. The obj... Abstract
International journal of surgery (London, England), Volume 109, Issue 12, 1 1 2023, Pages 4057-4061 Predictors for postoperative cranial nerve complications in carotid body tumor resection: a retrospective cohort study. Alimohamad H, Yilmaz D, Marang-van de Mheen PJ, Jansen J, Hamming JF, Schepers A
Introduction: Carotid body tumors (CBTs) are slow-growing benign tumors. Therefore, surgical resection is considered in case of tumor growth. The timing of surgery is of the utmost importance as the risk of iatrogenic surgical complications increases when resecting larger tumors, whereas on the other hand, resections for asymptomatic small CBT should be prevented. The primary aim of this study was to identify which tumor size or dimension is most accurate to predict nerve injury in patients unde... Abstract
The Journal of cardiovascular surgery, 21 3 2023 The association between sarcopenia and adverse outcomes after complex endovascular aortic repair. Warmerdam BW, van Rijswijk CS, Droop A, Lucassen CJ, Hamming JF, van Schaik J, van der Vorst JR
Background: Sarcopenia is identified as a predictive factor for adverse outcomes after complex endovascular aortic repair (complex EVAR). Consensus on preferred parameters for sarcopenia is not yet reached. The current study compares three CT-assessed parameters on their association with adverse outcomes after complex EVAR. Methods: This was a single-center retrospective cohort study. Psoas Muscle Index (PMI), Skeletal Muscle Index (SMI), and lean psoas muscle area (LPMA) were examined by CT-seg... Abstract
Vascular, 11 2 2023, Pages 17085381231214324 High on-treatment platelet reactivity in peripheral arterial disease: A systematic review. Goncalves LN, van Velze V, Klok FA, Gal P, Vos RC, Hamming JF, van der Bogt KEA
Objectives: To highlight current evidence pertaining to the measurement methods and prevalence of high on-treatment platelet reactivity (HTPR) in patients with PAD, as well as to evaluate the relationship between HTPR and recurrent adverse cardiovascular and limb events in PAD patients. Methods: A systematic review of English-language literature on HTPR in patients with PAD. An electronic literature search of PubMed and Medline was performed in May 2021. Results: A total of 29 studies with a tot... Abstract
Journal of vascular surgery, Volume 79, Issue 2, 31 5 2023, Pages 405-411 Diagnostic accuracy of the maximal systolic acceleration to detect peripheral arterial disease. Willems SA, Dolfing SG, van Wissen RC, van der Vorst JR, van Schaik J, Schepers A, Hamming JF, Brouwers JJWM
Background: Diagnosing peripheral arterial disease (PAD) can be challenging owing to medial arterial calcification (MAC) in patients with diabetes mellitus (DM) and chronic kidney disease (CKD). Current bedside tests, such as the ankle-brachial index and toe-brachial index, are often insufficient. The maximal systolic acceleration (ACCmax) is a velocimetric Doppler-derived parameter and could be a new promising test in the diagnostic workup of these patients. The primary aim of this study was to... Abstract
BMJ open, Volume 13, Issue 10, 5 1 2023, Pages e073905 What information sources do Dutch medical specialists use in medical decision-making: a qualitative interview study. Weller FS, Hamming JF, Repping S, van Bodegom-Vos L
Objective: To explore what information sources medical specialists currently use to inform their medical decision-making. Design: Qualitative, semistructured interviews. Setting and participants: A total of 20 semistructured interviews were conducted with 10 surgeons and 10 internal medicine specialists who work in academic and/or regional hospitals in the Netherlands. Results: Medical specialists reported that they primarily rely on their general knowledge and experience, rather than actively u... Abstract
International journal of molecular sciences, Volume 24, Issue 18, 7 1 2023, Pages 13822 Exploring the Effects of Human Bone Marrow-Derived Mononuclear Cells on Angiogenesis In Vitro. Peeters JAHM, Peters HAB, Videler AJ, Hamming JF, Schepers A, Quax PHA
Cell therapies involving the administration of bone marrow-derived mononuclear cells (BM-MNCs) for patients with chronic limb-threatening ischemia (CLTI) have shown promise; however, their overall effectiveness lacks evidence, and the exact mechanism of action remains unclear. In this study, we examined the angiogenic effects of well-controlled human bone marrow cell isolates on endothelial cells. The responses of endothelial cell proliferation, migration, tube formation, and aortic ring sprouti... Abstract
The British journal of surgery, Volume 110, Issue 10, 1 1 2023, Pages 1271-1275 Surgical team dynamics in a reflective team meeting to improve quality of care: qualitative analysis of a shared mental model. Verhagen MJ, de Vos MS, van Schaik J, van der Vorst JR, Schepers A, Marang-van de Mheen PJ, Hamming JF
Annals of surgery, Volume 278, Issue 5, 27 4 2023, Pages 815-822 Persistent High Long-term Excess Mortality After Elective AAA Repair Especially in Women: A Large Population-based Study. Bulder RMA, van der Vorst JR, van Schaik J, Bedene A, Lijfering WM, Bastiaannet E, Hamming JF, Lindeman JHN
Objective: The aim of this time-trend analysis is to estimate long-term excess mortality and associated cardiovascular risk for abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) patients after elective repair while addressing the changes in AAA management and patient selection over time. Background: Despite the intensification of endovascular aneurysm repair and cardiovascular risk management, Swedish population data suggest that AAA patients retain a persistently high long-term mortality after elective repair. T... Abstract
Angiology, 26 4 2023, Pages 33197231186096 Near-Infrared Fluorescence Imaging With Indocyanine Green to Predict Clinical Outcome After Revascularization in Lower Extremity Arterial Disease. Tange FP, van den Hoven P, van Schaik J, Schepers A, van der Bogt KEA, van Rijswijk CSP, Putter H, Vahrmeijer AL, Hamming JF, van der Vorst JR
Contemporary quality control methods are often insufficient in predicting clinical outcomes after revascularization in lower extremity arterial disease (LEAD) patients. This study evaluates the potential of near-infrared fluorescence imaging with indocyanine green to predict the clinical outcome following revascularization. Near-infrared fluorescence imaging was performed before and within 5 days following the revascularization procedure. Clinical improvement was defined as substantial improveme... Abstract
Journal of endovascular therapy : an official journal of the International Society of Endovascular Specialists, 11 2 2023, Pages 15266028231172400 Elastic Deformation Measurement Using Duplex Ultrasound for the Detection of High Aneurysm Sac Pressure Following EVAR. van Genderen OS, van Wissen RC, Hamming JF, van Schaik J, van der Vorst JR
Purpose: To describe the concept of aortic elastic deformation (ED) measurement using duplex ultrasonography (DUS) as a tool for detection of high aneurysm sac pressure following endovascular aortic repair (EVAR). Technique: High aneurysm sac pressure, with or without proven endoleak, will result in a less compressible aneurysm. Using the dual image function in B-mode of the DUS device and a standardized amount of applied probe pressure, ED can be measured. It is defined as the percentage of def... Abstract
Cited 1 times since 2023 (0.9 per year) source: EuropePMC
Annals of vascular surgery, Volume 94, 5 1 2023, Pages 178-185 Nutcracker Syndrome: Challenges in Diagnosis and Surgical Treatment. Dieleman F, Hamming JF, Erben Y, van der Vorst JR
Background: Nutcracker syndrome (NCS) is an uncommon syndrome that presents with signs and symptoms caused by compression of the left renal vein (LRV), whereas 'nutcracker phenomenon' is solely used to refer to the anatomical configuration without clinical symptoms. Treatment for NCS may include nonoperative management, open surgical intervention, and in some instances endovascular stenting. We present a single-center retrospective case series of patients who presented with NCS managed... Abstract
JVS-vascular science, Volume 4, 23 4 2023, Pages 100101 Histological evaluation of the aortic wall response following endovascular aneurysm repair and endovascular aneurysm sealing. Bruijn LE, Heyligers JMM, Vriens PW, van Rhijn J, Roy J, Hamming JF, Gäbel G, Lindeman JHN
Objective: The Nellix endovascular aneurysm sealing (EVAS) system was developed as an alternative to conventional endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR) to minimize endoleaks. A significantly higher failure rate of EVAS may be related to an interaction between the filled endobags and the AAA wall. In general, biological information on aortic remodeling after traditional EVAR is scarce. In this light, we provide here the first histologic evaluation of aneurysm wall morphology after EVAR and EVAS. Me... Abstract
Journal of endovascular therapy : an official journal of the International Society of Endovascular Specialists, 16 3 2023, Pages 15266028231158302 Identifying Patients at High Risk for Post-EVAR Aneurysm Sac Growth. Bruijn LE, Louhichi J, Veger HTC, Wever JJ, van Dijk LC, van Overhagen H, Hamming JF, Statius van Eps RGS
Purpose: Post-EVAR (endovascular aneurysm repair) aneurysm sac growth can be seen as therapy failure as it is a risk factor for post-EVAR aneurysm rupture. This study sought to identify preoperative patient predictors for developing post-EVAR aneurysm sac growth. Material and methods: A systematic review was conducted to select potential predictive preoperative factors for post-EVAR sac growth (including a total of 34.886 patients), which were evaluated by a retrospective single-center analysis... Abstract
Annals of vascular surgery, Volume 93, 10 2 2023, Pages 308-318 Learning Curve Analysis of Complex Endovascular Aortic Repair. Warmerdam BWCM, Stevens M, van Rijswijk CSP, Eefting D, van der Meer RW, Putter H, Hamming JF, van der Vorst JR, van Schaik J
Background: When introducing new techniques, attention must be paid to learning curve. Besides quantitative outcomes, qualitative factors of influence should be taken into consideration. This retrospective cohort study describes the quantitative learning curve of complex endovascular aortic repair (EVAR) in a nonhigh-volume academic center and provides qualitative factors that were perceived as contributors to this learning curve. With these factors, we aim to aid in future implementation of new... Abstract
European journal of pediatric surgery : official journal of Austrian Association of Pediatric Surgery ... [et al] = Zeitschrift fur Kinderchirurgie, Volume 33, Issue 2, 31 5 2023, Pages 114-119 The Morbidity and Mortality Conference: A Century-Old Practice with Ongoing Potential for Future Improvement. de Vos MS, Verhagen MJ, Hamming JF
Objective: To discuss practical strategies to consider for morbidity and mortality conferences (M&M). Materials and methods: This article reflects on (i) insights that can be drawn from the M&M literature, (ii) practical aspects to consider when organizing M&M, and (iii) possible future directions for development for this long-standing practice for routine reflection. Results: M&M offers the opportunity to learn from past cases in order to improve the care delivered to future... Abstract
Cited 1 times since 2023 (0.8 per year) source: EuropePMC
Annals of vascular surgery, Volume 93, 13 2 2023, Pages 283-290 Evaluation of the Angiosome Concept Using Near-Infrared Fluorescence Imaging with Indocyanine Green. Tange FP, Ferrari BR, van den Hoven P, van Schaik J, Schepers A, van Rijswijk CSP, van der Meer RW, Putter H, Vahrmeijer AL, Hamming JF, van der Vorst JR
Background: The angiosome concept is defined as the anatomical territory of a source artery within all tissue layers. When applying this theory in vascular surgery, direct revascularization (DR) is preferred to achieve increased blood flow toward the targeted angiosome of the foot in patients with lower extremity arterial disease (LEAD). This study evaluates the applicability of the angiosome concept using quantified near-infrared (NIR) fluorescence imaging with indocyanine green (ICG). Methods:... Abstract
Cited 2 times since 2022 (1.4 per year) source: EuropePMC
European journal of vascular and endovascular surgery : the official journal of the European Society for Vascular Surgery, Volume 65, Issue 3, 29 5 2022, Pages 348-357 Excess Mortality for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms and the Potential of Strict Implementation of Cardiovascular Risk Management: A Multifaceted Study Integrating Meta-Analysis, National Registry, and PHAST and TEDY Trial Data. Tomee SM, Bulder RMA, Meijer CA, van Berkum I, Hinnen JW, Schoones JW, Golledge J, Bastiaannet E, Matsumura JS, Hamming JF, Hultgren R, Lindeman JH
Objective: Previous studies imply a profound residual mortality risk following successful abdominal aorta aneurysm (AAA) repair. This excess mortality is generally attributed to increased cardiovascular risk. The aim of this study was (1) to quantify the excess residual mortality for patients with AAA, (2) to evaluate the cross sectional level of cardiovascular risk management, and (3) to estimate the potential of optimised cardiovascular risk management to reduce the excess mortality in these p... Abstract
EJVES vascular forum, Volume 57, 9 2 2022, Pages 17-27 Identifying Women at High Risk of 90 Day Death after Elective Open Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair: A Multicentre Case Control Study. Tedjawirja VN, Bulder RMA, Lindeman JHN, Hamming JF, van Dieren S, Balm R, Koelemay MJW, Study Group Collaborators
Objective: The aim of this study was to identify risk factors for 90 day death after elective open surgical repair (OSR) of abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) in women. Methods: This was a multicentre case control study. The nationwide Dutch Surgical Aneurysm Audit registry (2013-2019) was solely used to identify women who underwent elective OSR as eligible patients. Data for this study were subsequently collected from the patients' medical files. Women with AAA were included and those who d... Abstract
Nederlands tijdschrift voor geneeskunde, Volume 166, 20 3 2022, Pages D6953 [Are guidelines still supportive in clinical practice?] Burgers JS, Hamming JF, Smulders YM
Clinical practice guidelines are fundamental to support knowledge and decision making of healthcare professionals in many disciplines. They can contribute to reducing undesirable practice variation, educating patients, and monitoring care. However, the burden increases if the number and size of guidelines continues to increase and as more side effects occur due to injudicious use, both in the professional and policy setting. Restricting the scope and finding the right balance between completenes... Abstract