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View article: Adherence to clinical practice guidelines for Management of epithelial precancerous conditions and lesions in the stomach in Europe
Adherence to clinical practice guidelines for Management of epithelial precancerous conditions and lesions in the stomach in Europe Open
The first international guideline for managing preneoplastic conditions of the stomach (MAPS I) was published in 2012, followed by an update (MAPS II) in 2019. As adherence to these guidelines remains uncertain, we evaluated adherence by c…
View article: External Radiotherapy in Mozambique: Report of the First Five Years of Activity of the Radiotherapy Service of the Maputo Central Hospital
External Radiotherapy in Mozambique: Report of the First Five Years of Activity of the Radiotherapy Service of the Maputo Central Hospital Open
Background A Radiotherapy Service (RS) started working in the Maputo Central Hospital (MCH), Mozambique, in August 2019. Here we describe its first 5 years of activity. Methods A total of 810 patients who underwent external radiotherapy be…
View article: Management of epithelial precancerous conditions and early neoplasia of the stomach (MAPS III): European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ESGE), European Helicobacter and Microbiota Study Group (EHMSG) and European Society of Pathology (ESP) Guideline update 2025
Management of epithelial precancerous conditions and early neoplasia of the stomach (MAPS III): European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ESGE), European Helicobacter and Microbiota Study Group (EHMSG) and European Society of Pathology (ESP) Guideline update 2025 Open
Main Recommendations At a population level, the European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ESGE), the European Helicobacter and Microbiota Study Group (EHMSG), and the European Society of Pathology (ESP) suggest endoscopic screening f…
View article: Patient-Reported Outcomes after Surgical, Endoscopic, or Radiological Techniques for Nutritional Support in Esophageal Cancer Patients: A Systematic Review
Patient-Reported Outcomes after Surgical, Endoscopic, or Radiological Techniques for Nutritional Support in Esophageal Cancer Patients: A Systematic Review Open
Several techniques exist to maintain oral and/or enteral feeding among esophageal cancer (EC) patients, but their impact on patient-reported outcomes (PROs) remains unclear. This systematic review aimed to assess the impact of nutritional …
View article: Diagnostic accuracy of neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio, platelet-to-lymphocyte ratio, and neutrophil–lymphocyte-to-platelet ratio biomarkers in predicting bacteremia and sepsis in immunosuppressive patients with cancer: literature review
Diagnostic accuracy of neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio, platelet-to-lymphocyte ratio, and neutrophil–lymphocyte-to-platelet ratio biomarkers in predicting bacteremia and sepsis in immunosuppressive patients with cancer: literature review Open
Background: This literature review explores the role of neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR), platelet-to-lymphocyte ratio (PLR), and neutrophil–lymphocyte-to-platelet ratio (NLPR) biomarkers, as potential indicators for predicting bactere…
View article: Cross sectional survey of patients with pressure ulcers in primary care settings in Northern Portugal
Cross sectional survey of patients with pressure ulcers in primary care settings in Northern Portugal Open
Background Pressure injuries, commonly referred to as pressure ulcers (PUs) represent a localised damage to the skin and the underlying tissue due to the persistent application of pressure or pressure combined with shear. The aging demogra…
View article: Regional differences in the daily consumption of smoked and smokeless tobacco among adults (25-64 years) in Mozambique: 2005 versus 2014/2015
Regional differences in the daily consumption of smoked and smokeless tobacco among adults (25-64 years) in Mozambique: 2005 versus 2014/2015 Open
Within-country differences in the prevalence of tobacco consumption may be expected in Mozambique, as determinants of tobacco use vary considerably countrywide. We compared the daily use of smoked and smokeless tobacco in 2005 and 2014/201…
View article: Tobacco consumption in Mozambique in 2005 and 2015
Tobacco consumption in Mozambique in 2005 and 2015 Open
Introduction The burden related to smoking exposure is growing in many low‐income settings. We aimed to quantify the use of smoked and smokeless tobacco in Mozambique in 2014/2015, and to compare the estimates with those obtained in 2005. …
View article: Cancer-Related Neuropathic Pain, Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy and Cognitive Decline in a 5-Year Prospective Study of Patients with Breast Cancer—NEON-BC
Cancer-Related Neuropathic Pain, Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy and Cognitive Decline in a 5-Year Prospective Study of Patients with Breast Cancer—NEON-BC Open
This study aims to estimate the prevalence and to identify the determinants of cancer-related neuropathic pain (CRNP), chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) and cognitive decline among patients with breast cancer over five year…
View article: Prevalence of Cardiovascular Risk Factors among Young Adults (18–25 Years) in Mozambique
Prevalence of Cardiovascular Risk Factors among Young Adults (18–25 Years) in Mozambique Open
The life course development of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) and the undergoing epidemiological transition in Mozambique highlight the importance of monitoring the cardiovascular risk profile in young adults. Therefore, this study aims to…
View article: Pet ownership during the first 5 years after breast cancer diagnosis in the NEON-BC cohort
Pet ownership during the first 5 years after breast cancer diagnosis in the NEON-BC cohort Open
Background Although human–animal interactions (HAI) have been associated with health benefits, they have not been extensively studied among cancer patients nor which factors may influence HAI during cancer survivorship. Therefore, this stu…
View article: Oncology in Mozambique: Overview of the Diagnostic, Treatment, and Research Capacity
Oncology in Mozambique: Overview of the Diagnostic, Treatment, and Research Capacity Open
Mozambique is one of the poorest countries worldwide, with nearly two thirds of the population living below the poverty line. Similarly to other less developed countries, there is a weak provision of health care for non-communicable diseas…
View article: Risk factors for oesophageal squamous cell carcinoma in Mozambique
Risk factors for oesophageal squamous cell carcinoma in Mozambique Open
Studies evaluating risk factors for the occurrence of oesophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC) in high-risk regions might contribute to a better understanding of the oesophageal cancer aetiology and incidence variation worldwide. We aime…
View article: Trajectories of Anxiety and Depression Symptoms over Five Years since Breast Cancer Diagnosis: Results of the NEON-BC Prospective Study
Trajectories of Anxiety and Depression Symptoms over Five Years since Breast Cancer Diagnosis: Results of the NEON-BC Prospective Study Open
Anxiety and depression symptoms are frequent among patients with breast cancer (BCa) and may last after initial treatments. We aimed to identify five-year trajectories of anxiety and depression symptoms among women with BCa. Neuro-oncologi…
View article: Prevalence and Persistence of Anxiety and Depression over Five Years since Breast Cancer Diagnosis—The NEON-BC Prospective Study
Prevalence and Persistence of Anxiety and Depression over Five Years since Breast Cancer Diagnosis—The NEON-BC Prospective Study Open
Anxiety and depression are frequent among patients with breast cancer (BCa). Evidence of the persistence and recovery from these conditions and their determinants is scarce. We describe the occurrence of clinically significant anxiety and …
View article: Risk and Survival of Third Primary Cancers in a Population-Based Cohort of Breast Cancer Patients
Risk and Survival of Third Primary Cancers in a Population-Based Cohort of Breast Cancer Patients Open
Introduction: The growing number of women diagnosed with breast cancer (BCa) together with high survival has resulted in an increasing population of survivors at risk of subsequent primary cancers. This study aimed to estimate the long-ter…
View article: The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on cancer screening
The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on cancer screening Open
To the Editor, We read with interest the Letter to the Editor by Mungmunpuntipamtip and Wiwanitkit concerning our paper, where they report high cervical cancer screening and cancer detection rates in their settings during the COVID-19 pand…
View article: Trajectories of cognitive performance over five years in a prospective cohort of patients with breast cancer (NEON-BC)
Trajectories of cognitive performance over five years in a prospective cohort of patients with breast cancer (NEON-BC) Open
Four groups of patients with BCa with different cognitive performance trends were identified. The assessment of cognitive performance before treatments and after one year allows for the identification of patients more likely to have cognit…
View article: The impact of the <scp>COVID</scp>‐19 pandemic on the short‐term survival of patients with cancer in Northern Portugal
The impact of the <span>COVID</span>‐19 pandemic on the short‐term survival of patients with cancer in Northern Portugal Open
The COVID‐19 pandemic led to potential delays in diagnosis and treatment of cancer patients, which may negatively affect the prognosis of these patients. Our study aimed to quantify the impact of COVID‐19 on the short‐term survival of canc…
View article: Trajectories of cognitive performance over 5 years in a cohort of breast cancer patients (NEON-BC)
Trajectories of cognitive performance over 5 years in a cohort of breast cancer patients (NEON-BC) Open
Purpose Cancer-related cognitive impairment may affect 30-70% of cancer patients, either at baseline or during and after treatment. We aimed to identify trajectories of cognitive performance, from before any treatment to 5 years later, in …
View article: Quality of life trajectories in breast cancer patients: an updated analysis 5 years after diagnosis
Quality of life trajectories in breast cancer patients: an updated analysis 5 years after diagnosis Open
Quality of life trajectories in breast cancer patients: an updated analysis 5 years after diagnosis Dear Editors,We recently published a paper in the Journal of Public Health regarding quality-of-life (QoL) trajectories in a breast cancer …
View article: Treatment and Other Healthcare Use of Breast Cancer Patients With a Previous Cancer Diagnosis
Treatment and Other Healthcare Use of Breast Cancer Patients With a Previous Cancer Diagnosis Open
Previous cancer was associated with less anthracycline-based combination chemotherapy, and patients were more likely to undergo mastectomy and genetic testing. These findings highlight the need for assessment of previous treatments, person…
View article: Quality of life trajectories during the first three years after diagnosis of breast cancer: the NEON-BC study
Quality of life trajectories during the first three years after diagnosis of breast cancer: the NEON-BC study Open
Background We aimed to identify and characterize quality of life trajectories up to 3 years after breast cancer diagnosis. Methods A total of 460 patients were evaluated at baseline (before treatments), and after 1- and 3-years. Patient-re…
View article: Prevalence of overweight and obesity in Mozambique in 2005 and 2015
Prevalence of overweight and obesity in Mozambique in 2005 and 2015 Open
Objective: The ongoing demographic, nutritional and epidemiological transitions in sub-Saharan Africa highlight the importance of monitoring overweight and obesity. We aimed to assess the prevalence of overweight and obesity in Mozambique …