Search for dissertations about: "Post poliomyelitis syndrome"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 8 swedish dissertations containing the words Post poliomyelitis syndrome.
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1. The post-polio syndrome : studies of immunology and immunomodulatory intervention
Abstract : Late effects in patients with prior poliomyelitis were first reported in the nineteenth century and have been referred to as the post-polio syndrome (PPS). PPS is characterized by new muscular deterioration, fatigue and pain after a stable period of at least 15 years. READ MORE
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2. Post-polio syndrome : analysis of inflammation and immune modulation
Abstract : Poliomyelitis is a viral infection, which affects the anterior horn cells of the spinal cord leaving patients with different levels and distribution of muscle weakness and loss of, or decreased, function. This situation has previously been regarded as a stable condition. READ MORE
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3. Adaptation and ability in daily occupations in people with poliomyelitis sequelae
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4. Physical activity in persons with late effects of polio
Abstract : Physical activity is beneficial for the health of persons with disabilities but the levels of such activity are lower than for persons without disability. In addition the level of physical activity decreases with increasing age. READ MORE
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5. Dynamic Changes in the Peripheral and the Central Nervous Systems in Patients with Prior Polio
Abstract : After the acute spell of poliomyelitis, patients commonly suffers from sequelae of weakness. Some of these patients experience new weakness after a time period of stable symptoms.The aim of this thesis was to evaluate the possible mechanisms for persistent weakness and development of new weakness in prior polio patients. READ MORE