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Journal of clinical medicine, Volume 12, Issue 15, 26 4 2023, Pages 4921 Increased Aortic Exclusion in Endovascular Treatment of Complex Aortic Aneurysms. Verhagen M, Eefting D, van Rijswijk C, van der Meer R, Hamming J, van der Vorst J, van Schaik J

Purpose: Perioperative risk assessments for complex aneurysms are based on the anatomical extent of the aneurysm and do not take the length of the aortic exclusion into account, as it was developed for open repair. Nevertheless, in the endovascular repair (ER) of complex aortic aneurysms, additional segments of healthy aorta are excluded compared with open repair (OR). The aim of this study was to assess differences in aortic exclusion between the ER and OR of complex aortic aneurysms, to subseq... Abstract

Annals of vascular surgery, 23 4 2023, Pages S0890-5096(23)00327-8 Perspectives of Patients and Professionals on Patient Education in Complex Endovascular Aortic Repair. Warmerdam B, Oomen F, Hilt A, Melles M, Eefting D, Hamming J, van der Vorst J, van Schaik J

Background: Misinterpretation of patient preferences in perioperative education can lead to an undesired treatment decision. This explorative interview study presents differences in perspectives of patients and professionals on patient education in complex endovascular aortic aneurysm management. Methods: Using convenience sampling, a cross-sectional interview study was performed among patients who were in various stages of the decision-making process for complex endovascular aortic repair. Five... 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

Cited 3 times since 2022 (1.8 per year) source: EuropePMC

European journal of vascular and endovascular surgery : the official journal of the European Society for Vascular Surgery, Volume 63, Issue 5, 11 2 2022, Pages 743-750 Aortic and Iliac Involvement in Brucellosis - A Rare but Life Threatening Manifestation: A Review of the Literature. Willems SA, Brouwers JJWM, Eefting D

Objective: Brucellosis is the most common zoonosis worldwide. Although cardiovascular complications in human brucellosis comprise only 3% of morbidity, they are the principal cause of death. Endocarditis covers the majority of these cases. Infected aneurysms and ulcerative processes of the aorta are rare but can be life threatening as well. Currently, limited information is available about aortic and iliac involvement in brucellosis. Methods: A PubMed, Web of Science, and AccessMedicine search (... Abstract

Cited 2 times since 2021 (0.9 per year) source: EuropePMC

EJVES vascular forum, Volume 52, 14 2 2021, Pages 26-29 Ruptured Aneurysm of the Common Iliac Artery Caused by <i>Brucella melitensis</i>: A Case Report. Willems SA, Buntinx M, Gelinck LBS, van Schaik J, Eefting D

Introduction: Brucella is a genus of aerobic Gram negative bacteria that causes the disease brucellosis. It is considered a zoonotic infection transmitted to humans by ingestion of unpasteurised dairy products. Although aortic involvement is rarely seen, it can be a life threatening complication of this disease. This case report describes a ruptured aneurysm of the common iliac artery (CIA) due to secondary infection by Brucella melitensis. Report: A 79 year old man with a known isolated aneurys... Abstract

Journal of endovascular therapy : an official journal of the International Society of Endovascular Specialists, Volume 28, Issue 6, 30 5 2021, Pages 852-859 Functional Performance After Complex Endovascular Aortic Repair: A Single-Center Retrospective Cohort Study. Warmerdam BWCM, van Holstein Y, Eefting D, van Rijswijk CSP, van der Meer RW, Mooijaart SP, Hamming JF, van der Vorst JR, van Schaik J

Purpose: Complex endovascular aortic repair (EVAR) procedures provide a treatment option for patients with aortic aneurysms involving visceral branches. Good technical results and short-term outcomes have been reported. Whether complex EVAR provides acceptable functional outcomes is not clear. The current study aims to describe postoperative functional outcomes in complex EVAR patients-an older and relatively frail patient group. Materials and methods: A single-center retrospective cohort study... Abstract

Cited 1 times since 2021 (0.4 per year) source: EuropePMC

Cardiovascular and interventional radiology, Volume 44, Issue 7, 11 2 2021, Pages 1116-1120 Partial Right Atrial Inflow Occlusion for Transient Systemic Hypotension During Deployment of Thoracic Stentgrafts. Pietersen LC, van der Meer RW, Alders DJC, van Schaik J, Eefting D, van Rijswijk CSP

Purpose: Temporary balloon occlusion of the inferior vena cava to lower cardiac output is a relatively infrequently used technique to induce controlled systemic hypotension. In this technical note, we describe the feasibility, reliability, and safety of partial occlusion of right atrial inflow and the effect on systemic blood pressure during the deployment of a thoracic stentgraft. Materials and methods: Twenty consecutive patients undergoing thoracic endovascular aortic repair, with proximal la... Abstract

Cited 1 times since 2021 (0.4 per year) source: EuropePMC

JRSM cardiovascular disease, Volume 10, 1 1 2021, Pages 20480040211006582 Risk assessment in aortic aneurysm repair by medical specialists versus the American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program risk calculator outcomes. van Schaik J, Hers TM, van Rijswijk CS, Schooneveldt MS, Putter H, Eefting D, van der Vorst JR

Objective: The aim of this online clinical vignette-based survey study was to compare risk assessments by vascular surgeons, anaesthesiologists and interventional radiologists involved in treating patients with aortic aneurysms in the Netherlands with the NSQIP risk calculator outcomes. Methods: Participants, recruited using purposive sampling, provided their estimation of the likelihood of postoperative complications and events following aortic surgery in five fictional cases. These cases were... Abstract

Trauma case reports, Volume 31, 11 2 2020, Pages 100379 A 'Final Destination injury': Penetrating trauma of the neck and a pneumomediastinum by a metal part shot from a lawnmower. Quax MLJ, Eefting D, Jansen JC, Blok JJ

Introduction: Outside of war regions, penetrating neck injury is rare. Penetrating neck injury due to a lawnmower has never been described, despite the annual 74.000 injuries caused by lawnmowers in the United States. In this report, the case of a 65-year old women, admitted after a penetrating neck injury due to a metal piece shot from a lawnmower, is described. Report: A 65-year old women, with no relevant medical history, presented at the Emergency Department after she was hit in the neck by... Abstract

Cited 1 times since 2020 (0.3 per year) source: EuropePMC

Radiology case reports, Volume 15, Issue 11, 7 1 2020, Pages 2205-2207 Antegrade common femoral artery access site closure using the MANTA vascular closure device. Stomp W, Eefting D, van Schaik J, Sudiono DR, van der Meer RW

In antegrade peripheral endovascular procedures, the use of covered stents may require a large sheath size, which precludes the use of regular closure devices. The MANTA vascular closure device is a collagen plug-based vascular closure device for large bore percutaneous arterial interventions, which is normally used to close retrograde vascular access sites. We describe successful antegrade common femoral access site closure with the MANTA vascular closure device in 2 patients, a 68-year-old mal... Abstract

Cited 2 times since 2020 (0.6 per year) source: EuropePMC

European journal of vascular and endovascular surgery : the official journal of the European Society for Vascular Surgery, Volume 60, Issue 5, 13 2 2020, Pages 655-662 Editor's Choice - A Systemic Evaluation of the Costs of Elective EVAR and Open Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair Implies Cost Equivalence. Bulder RMA, Eefting D, Vriens PWHE, van Tongeren RB, Matsumura JS, van den Hout WB, Hamming JF, Lindeman JHN

OBJECTIVE:The suggested high costs of endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR) hamper the choice of insurance companies and financial regulators for EVAR as the primary option for elective abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) repair. However, arguments used in this debate are impeded by time related aspects such as effect modification and the introduction of confounding by indication, and by asymmetric evaluation of outcomes. Therefore, a re-evaluation minimising the impact of these interferences was cons... Abstract

Cited 4 times since 2020 (1.2 per year) source: EuropePMC

Kidney international reports, Volume 5, Issue 8, 5 1 2020, Pages 1327-1332 A Randomized Trial of Liposomal Prednisolone (LIPMAT) to Enhance Radiocephalic Fistula Maturation: A Pilot Study. Voorzaat BM, van der Bogt KEA, Bezhaeva T, van Schaik J, Eefting D, van der Putten K, van Nieuwenhuizen RC, Groeneveld JO, Hoogeveen EK, van der Meer IM, Statius van Eps RG, Vogt L, Huisman L, Gabreëls BATF, Boom H, Verburgh CA, Boon D, Metselaar JM, Weijmer MC, Rotmans JI

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Cited 2 times since 2020 (0.6 per year) source: EuropePMC

European journal of vascular and endovascular surgery : the official journal of the European Society for Vascular Surgery, Volume 60, Issue 1, 21 3 2020, Pages 49-55 Editor's Choice - Nationwide Analysis of Patients Undergoing Iliac Artery Aneurysm Repair in the Netherlands. Jalalzadeh H, Indrakusuma R, Koelemay MJW, Balm R, Collaborators, Van den Akker LH, Van den Akker PJ, Akkersdijk GJ, Akkersdijk GP, Akkersdijk WL, van Andringa de Kempenaer MG, Arts CH, Avontuur JA, Baal JG, Bakker OJ, Balm R, Barendregt WB, Bender MH, Bendermacher BL, van den Berg M, Berger P, Beuk RJ, Blankensteijn JD, Bleker RJ, Bockel JH, Bodegom ME, Bogt KE, Boll AP, Booster MH, Borger van der Burg BL, de Borst GJ, Bos-van Rossum WT, Bosma J, Botman JM, Bouwman LH, Breek JC, Brehm V, Brinckman MJ, van den Broek TH, Brom HL, de Bruijn MT, de Bruin JL, Brummel P, van Brussel JP, Buijk SE, Buimer MG, Burger DH, Buscher HC, den Butter G, Cancrinus E, Castenmiller PH, Cazander G, Coveliers HM, Cuypers PH, Daemen JH, Dawson I, Derom AF, Dijkema AR, Diks J, Dinkelman MK, Dirven M, Dolmans DE, van Doorn RC, van Dortmont LM, van der Eb MM, Eefting D, van Eijck GJ, Elshof JW, Elsman BH, van der Elst A, van Engeland MI, van Eps RG, Faber MJ, de Fijter WM, Fioole B, Fritschy WM, Geelkerken RH, van Gent WB, Glade GJ,

Objective: The new 2019 guideline of the European Society for Vascular Surgery (ESVS) recommends consideration for elective iliac artery aneurysm (eIAA) repair when the iliac diameter exceeds 3.5 cm, as opposed to 3.0 cm previously. The current study assessed diameters at time of eIAA repair and ruptured IAA (rIAA) repair and compared clinical outcomes after open surgical repair (OSR) and endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR). Methods: This retrospective observational study used the nationwide Dut... Abstract

Cited 6 times since 2018 (1.2 per year) source: EuropePMC

Journal of the Royal Army Medical Corps, Volume 165, Issue 3, 17 3 2018, Pages 147-151 Vascular access training for REBOA placement: a feasibility study in a live tissue-simulator hybrid porcine model. Borger van der Burg BLS, Hörer TM, Eefting D, van Dongen TTCF, Hamming JF, DuBose JJ, Bowyer M, Hoencamp R

Background: The use of resuscitative endovascular balloon occlusion of the aorta (REBOA) in patients with severe haemorrhagic shock is increasing. Obtaining vascular access is a necessary prerequisite for REBOA placement in these situations. Methods: During the EVTM workshop (September 2017, Örebro, Sweden), 21 individuals participated in this study, 16 participants and five instructors. A formalised curriculum was constructed including basic anatomy of the femoral region and basic training in a... Abstract

Cited 3 times since 2018 (0.5 per year) source: EuropePMC

The journal of vascular access, Volume 19, Issue 1, 1 1 2018, Pages 84-88 Supervised preoperative forearm exercise to increase blood vessel diameter in patients requiring an arteriovenous access for hemodialysis: rationale and design of the PINCH trial. Wilschut ED, Rotmans JI, Bos EJ, van Zoest D, Eefting D, Hamming JF, van der Bogt KEA

Background: Failure of maturation occurs in 30%-60% of arteriovenous fistula (AVF) creation for hemodialysis, with highest rates in distal radiocephalic fistulas. This is partly due to initial small blood vessel size with limited blood flow capacity. Forearm exercise has shown potential as stimulus for increasing blood vessel size in patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) and may promote maturation of AVFs in the upper limb when applied postoperatively. However, it is unknown if forearm ex... Abstract

Cited 1 times since 2017 (0.2 per year) source: EuropePMC

Cardiovascular and interventional radiology, Volume 40, Issue 10, 3 1 2017, Pages 1641-1644 Aortic Aneurysm Rupture After Urokinase Treatment for Acute Limb Ischemia in Two Patients After EVAR. Sudiono DR, Hoencamp R, Ottevanger J, Eefting D, van der Linden E

Endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR) is first-choice treatment for many patients with abdominal aortic aneurysms. Complications unique to endovascular treatment include endoleak and endotension, which can eventually lead to rupture. We present two cases of late aortic rupture after EVAR, where both patients had recent preceding catheter-directed thrombolysis with urokinase for acute limb ischemia. These cases suggest a relation between thrombolytic therapy and aortic rupture after EVAR, and we sh... Abstract

Cited 7 times since 2017 (1.1 per year) source: EuropePMC

Journal of wound care, Volume 26, Issue 5, 1 1 2017, Pages 218-227 Outcomes after foot surgery in people with a diabetic foot ulcer and a 12-month follow-up. Lenselink E, Holloway S, Eefting D

Objective: The aim of this study was to retrospectively measure the outcomes of foot-sparing surgery at one year follow-up for patients with diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs). We assessed wound healing and the need for further surgery in relation to the variables that influence healing. Method: Data were retrospectively collected by reviewing the electronic files of patients attending the Wound Expert Clinic (WEC). Outcomes of surgical debridement, toe, ray and transmetatarsal amputations were assesse... Abstract

Cited 4 times since 2017 (0.6 per year) source: EuropePMC

The journal of vascular access, Volume 18, Issue Suppl. 1, 5 1 2017, Pages 114-117 Improvement of radiocephalic fistula maturation: rationale and design of the Liposomal Prednisolone to Improve Hemodialysis Fistula Maturation (LIPMAT) study - a randomized controlled trial. Voorzaat BM, van Schaik J, van der Bogt KE, Vogt L, Huisman L, Gabreëls BA, van der Meer IM, van Eps RG, Eefting D, Weijmer MC, Groeneveld HO, van Nieuwenhuizen RC, Boom H, Verburgh CA, van der Putten K, Rotmans JI

Background: Non-maturation is a frequent complication of radiocephalic arteriovenous fistulas (RCAVF). In an animal model, liposomal prednisolone improved maturation of experimental fistulas. The Liposomal Prednisolone to Improve Hemodialysis Fistula Maturation (LIPMAT) study investigates if liposomal prednisolone improves RCAVF maturation. Methods and results: The LIPMAT study is an investigator-initiated, multicenter, double-blinded, placebo-controlled randomized controlled trial with 1:1 rand... Abstract

Cited 14 times since 2016 (1.9 per year) source: EuropePMC

Journal of vascular surgery, Volume 63, Issue 6, 1 1 2016, Pages 1451-1457 Experience with the GORE EXCLUDER iliac branch endoprosthesis for common iliac artery aneurysms. van Sterkenburg SM, Heyligers JM, van Bladel M, Verhagen HJ, Eefting D, van Sambeek MR, Zeebregts CJ, Reijnen MM, Dutch IBE Collaboration

Objective: In this study, we analyzed the procedural success and early outcome of endovascular treatment of a multicenter cohort of patients with common iliac artery (CIA) aneurysms treated with the new GORE EXCLUDER (W. L. Gore & Associates, Flagstaff, Ariz) iliac branch endoprosthesis (IBE). Methods: A retrospective cohort analysis was performed in 13 sites in The Netherlands. Anatomic, demographic, procedural, and follow-up data were assessed from hospital records. Results: From November... Abstract

Cited 1 times since 2015 (0.1 per year) source: EuropePMC

Cardiovascular and interventional radiology, Volume 38, Issue 6, 24 4 2015, Pages 1674-1675 Testicular Embolism After Endovascular Aneurysm Repair: A Rare Complication of Endovascular Repair of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms. Vervoort M, Hoencamp R, Eefting D

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