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Measurement Tools for Radiation‐Induced Fibrosis in Head and Neck Cancer: A Systematic Review

Head &Neck, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Radiation‐induced fibrosis is a common, often debilitating late effect of head and neck cancer (HNC) treatment. An updated systematic review is needed to evaluate the reliability, validity, and clinical utility of fibrosis measurement tools.
Vanessa Helou, Pooja D. Reddy, Purva H. Rumde, Mary L. Klem, Sagar G. Kansara, Oldrich Virag, Yvonne M. Mowery, Nicole N. Scheff, Matthew E. Spector, Shaum Sridharan, Marci L. Nilsen, Kevin J. Contrera   +11 more
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Twelve‐Month Outcomes of a Preventive Dysphagia Intervention in Patients With Head and Neck Cancer—A Randomized Study

Head &Neck, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Radiation‐associated dysphagia is common after radiotherapy for head and neck cancer and may occur early or years later. The effect of preventive exercises might be undermined by poor adherence. Aim To evaluate the effect of a simple preventive exercise protocol on swallowing function up to 12 months after radiotherapy.
Kerstin Petersson, Signe Rödseth Smith, Charlotte Johansson‐Malmeling, Caterina Finizia, Lisa Tuomi   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Patient-reported Outcome Measures in Pediatric Orthopaedics

Journal of the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America
Implementing patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) related to health-related quality of life (HRQoL) enhances how patients perceive their quality of care, boosts patient involvement and autonomy, and helps clinicians identify aspects of the patient’s
Matthew Mohr, Philip K. McClure, MD, Niamh C. Nowlan, PhD, Connor J. Green, FRCSI   +3 more
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Evaluating predictive values of umbilical cord arterial lactate for adverse newborn outcomes among term‐births in northern Uganda: A cross sectional analytical study

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, Volume 169, Issue 1, Page 408-420, April 2025.
Abstract Objective Birth asphyxia is one of the leading causes of death for neonates worldwide. Lack of an objective cost effective test to predict poor newborn outcomes at birth affects the ability to respond appropriately. This study determined predictive values of umbilical cord arterial lactate in relation to adverse neonatal outcomes. Methods This
Elizabeth Ayebare, James K. Tumwine, Jolly Nankunda, Anna Hjelmstedt, Wibke Jonas, Grace Ndeezi, Nicola Orsini, Claudia Hanson   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Adherence to Electronic Patient-Reported Outcome Measures: A Null-Results Review of Measure-Related Effects on Response Rates in Routine Care

Patient Preference and Adherence
Rebecca Mukowski-Kickhöfel,1,2,* Lisa R Otto,1,2,* Alizé A Rogge1,2 1Center for Patient-Centered Outcomes Research (CPCOR), Charité – Universitätsmedizin, Berlin, Germany; 2Medizinische Klinik m.S.
Mukowski-Kickhöfel R, Otto LR, Rogge AA
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Patient-related outcome measures in medical education research

GMS Journal for Medical Education
The use of patient-related outcomes in medical education research has gained traction over the past 25 years, yet it remains underutilized. In 2001, less than 7% of medical education publications included patient outcomes, despite the goal being the ...
Marjo Wijnen-Meijer, John Norcini
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Development and validation of the gynecologic examination anxiety scale (GEAS): A 20‐item patient‐reported measure

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective Gynecologic examinations often provoke anxiety, embarrassment, and a perceived loss of control. Valid, patient‐focused tools that specifically quantify examination‐related anxiety remain limited. This study developed and validated the gynecologic examination anxiety scale (GEAS). Methods In a methodological study conducted in Turkey (
Hacer Demirtop, Kerime Derya Beydağ, Aysu Yıldız Karaahmet   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Standardized hysteroscopic management of complete septate uterus with duplicated cervices and longitudinal vaginal septum: A single‐center experience

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective To study perioperative and postoperative complications of a standardized ultrasound‐guided hysteroscopic treatment for complete septate uterus with duplicated cervices and non‐obstructive longitudinal vaginal septum, and to evaluate operative time, symptom changes, and reproductive outcomes. Methods Between January 2021 and May 2025,
Ursula Catena, Federica Bernardini, Emma Bonetti Palermo, Federica Pozzati, Eleonora La Fera, Francesca Moro, Antonia Carla Testa   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Integration of Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) into Health Systems: Challenges and Policy Implications

Medical Sciences Forum
Patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) have become increasingly important in patient-centred healthcare and health-system performance assessment. However, their implementation at system level remains fragmented and methodologically challenging.
Maksim Rakovich
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Maternal infection in the context of actively managed prelabor rupture of membranes at term: An observational study

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective To assess maternal infection following prelabor rupture of membranes (PROM) at term in a setting where active management is recommended, and to identify associated risk factors. Methods A retrospective cohort study was conducted including pregnant women admitted to a Portuguese tertiary care center where immediate induction of labor ...
Inês Martins, Inês Gomes Brou, Miguel Macedo, Luísa Pinto   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source