Search for dissertations about: "Siw Alehagen"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 8 swedish dissertations containing the words Siw Alehagen.

2. 1. Fear pain stress hormones during labor

   Author : Siw Alehagen; Ulf Hansson; Linköpings universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICINE; MEDICIN;

   Abstract : The aims of the thesis were to develop a measure of fear during labor and to investigate women's experiences of fear and pain during labor and delivery as well as their levels of stress hormones. We also wanted to explore the associations between fear, pain, stress hormones and the duration of labor. READ MORE

4. 2. Disclosing the invisible : experiences, outcomes and quality of endometriosis healthcare

   Author : Hanna Grundström; Siw Alehagen; Carina Berterö; Preben Kjölhede; Margareta Larsson; Linköpings universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; endometriosis; persistent pelvic pain; healthcare professionals; healthcare encounters; health-related quality of life; pain thresholds; quantitative sensory testing; central sensitization; hysterectomy;

   Abstract : Introduction: Many women with endometriosis report that their symptoms are normalized and trivialized when they seek medical care and they often experience diagnostic delays, ineffective treatments and physiological, psychological and social consequences. However, there is a knowledge gap when it comes to women’s experiences of different aspects of endometriosis healthcare, and the quality of that care. READ MORE

5. 3. What makes a patient satisfied with intrathecal baclofen treatment for spasticity : Expectations and experiences

   Author : Stina Gunnarsson; Kersti Samuelsson; Dag Lemming; Siw Alehagen; Björn Gerdle; Anna Danielsson; Linköpings universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Interview; Intrathecal baclofen; Multivariate analyses; Occupational performance; Optimism; Pain intensity; Preexpectations; Satisfaction; Self-efficacy; Spasticity.;

   Abstract : Patients often report reduced spasticity and/or pain, improved function and comfort, and a high level of satisfaction after treatment with intrathecal baclofen (ITB). However, dissatisfaction, complications and unmet goals are also reported. READ MORE

6. 4. Contraceptive counselling in abortion care

   Author : Helena Kilander; Siw Alehagen; Jan Brynhildsen; Johan Thor; Christine Rubertsson; Linköpings universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Accessibility; Oral contraceptives; Collaboratives; Long Acting Reversible Contraception; Prevention; Repeat abortion; Respect; Reproductive control; Unintended pregnancy;

   Abstract : Introduction: Improving women’s knowledge about contraception, and their access to contraceptive methods, is central in order to strengthen their sexual and reproductive rights at the time of an abortion. Contraceptive counselling aims to support women’s reproductive control and prevent unintended pregnancies (UPs). READ MORE

7. 5. Fetal Movements in late Pregnancy : Categorization, Self-assessment, and Prenatal Attachment in relation to women’s experiences

   Author : Mari-Cristin Malm; Helena Lindgren; Ingela Rådestad; Christine Rubertsson; Siw Alehagen; Uppsala universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Fetal movements; pregnancy; prenatal attachment; self-assessment; stillbirth; Obstetrik och gynekologi; Obstetrics and Gynaecology; Hälsa och välfärd;

   Abstract : Aim: To explore how pregnant women experience fetal movements in late pregnancy. Specific aims were:  to study women’s experiences during the time prior to receiving news that their unborn baby had died in utero (I), to investigate women’s descriptions of fetal movements (II), investigate the association between the magnitude of fetal movements and level of prenatal attachment (III), and to study women’s experiences using two different self-assessment methods (IV). READ MORE