Maastricht University Medical Center

This study explored new, less painful methods to detect spinal cord damage early after surgery for a thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm. Researchers tested nerve signals and muscle oxygen levels in 50 patients to see if these could replace standard painful tests. The goal is to fin…

This study interviewed 20 adults aged 30 and older with congenital ichthyosis to understand how the condition impacts their quality of life. Participants answered questions about pain, social life, work, sports, and financial burden. The goal is to gather insights, not to test a …

This study looked at whether it is safe to stop regularly checking the blood flow in dialysis access points (like fistulas or grafts) when there are no symptoms. Instead, doctors would only treat blockages when they cause problems during dialysis. The goal was to see if this appr…

This study looked at how different ways of processing canola protein affect amino acid levels in the blood of 15 healthy young women. The goal was to find the best processing method to help the body use the protein. Results will help improve plant-based protein sources for future…

This study followed over 4,200 Dutch COVID-19 patients for up to two years to learn about long COVID—lingering symptoms like exhaustion, breathing trouble, and mental health issues. Researchers combined data from seven existing studies to track how these complaints change over ti…