Aanleiding: Na een ACI (autologous Condrocyte Implantation) behandeling heeft de patiënt te maken met fysiotherapie tijdens de revalidatie. Het effect hiervan is nog niet bewezen. Vraagstelling: Wat is het effect van revalidatie door de fysiotherapeut, bij een patiënt na kraakbeenimplantatie in de knie, …

Microencapsulation of cells is a promising approach to prevent rejection in the absence of immunosuppression. Clinical application, however, is hampered by insufficient insight in factors influencing biocompatibility of the capsules in humans. In the present study we exposed alginate-based capsules prepared …

The aim of this rapport is to assure that the best care possible is provided for the children at the NRH, a home that treats children with malnourishment in Kathmandu, Nepal. In order to do so, the NRH asked me to evaluate the working methods preformed by the nursing staff and to what extent they deviate …

Several studies have reported improved survival rates thanks to the use of an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) in the treatment of patients with life-threatening arrhythmia. However, the effects of the ICD on health-related quality of life (HR-QoL) of these patients are not clear. The aim …