Konrad Frank
YOU?
Author Swipe
View article: Toll interacting protein gene polymorphisms in patients with systemic sclerosis: association with interstitial lung disease, outcome, and survival
Toll interacting protein gene polymorphisms in patients with systemic sclerosis: association with interstitial lung disease, outcome, and survival Open
Background Pulmonary fibrosis is a leading cause of death in patients with Systemic sclerosis (SSc). Single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) within Toll interacting protein ( TOLLIP ) coding gene have been associated with progression and pr…
View article: Interaction of panic and episodic breathlessness among patients with life-limiting diseases: a cross-sectional study
Interaction of panic and episodic breathlessness among patients with life-limiting diseases: a cross-sectional study Open
Research on treatment options for episodic breathlessness should not only focus on panic in breathlessness episodes, but also on underlying mechanisms such as catastrophizing thoughts, as they aggravate the burden.
View article: The experience of episodic breathlessness from the perspective of informal caregivers: a qualitative interview study
The experience of episodic breathlessness from the perspective of informal caregivers: a qualitative interview study Open
Informal caregivers of patients with chronic breathlessness need support and advice on how to better cope with episodic breathlessness. Both patient and caregiver support need to be part of a comprehensive approach, e.g., as part of a brea…
View article: Detection of circulating tumor DNA by digital droplet PCR in resectable lung cancer as a predictive tool for recurrence
Detection of circulating tumor DNA by digital droplet PCR in resectable lung cancer as a predictive tool for recurrence Open
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related mortality worldwide due to difficulties in early detection and high postsurgical recurrence rate. Current European Guidelines recommend follow-up via computerized tomography (CT) scans on …