Search for dissertations about: "astrocytoma"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 24 swedish dissertations containing the word astrocytoma.

  2. 1. Gene expression studies in human astrocytoma, with emphasis on oncostatin M induced effects

    Author : Annika Krona; Göteborgs universitet; []
    Keywords : Brain tumors; astrocytoma; glioblastoma multiforme; oncostatin M OSM ; STAT; microarray;

    Abstract : Brain tumors comprise about one percent of all cancers and astrocytoma is the most common primary brain malignancy. According to the World Health Organization system, the astrocytomas are divided into four grades according to degree of malignancy. Grade I, pilocytic astrocytoma (PA), is the least malignant form and most often affects children. READ MORE

  4. 2. Preoperative MRI and PET in suspected low-grade gliomas : Radiological, neuropathological and clinical intersections

    Author : Anna Falk Delgado; Elna-Marie Larsson; Anja Smits; Jens Sörensen; John Hald; Uppsala universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Low-grade glioma; MRI; PET; FA; MD; Perfusion; Diffusion; Neuropathology; Oligodendroglioma; Astrocytoma; PET; tractography; DTI; DTT; Radiologi; Radiology;

    Abstract : Background: Gliomas are neuroepithelial tumours classified by cell type and grade. In adults, low-grade gliomas are comprised mainly of astrocytomas and oligodendrogliomas grade II. READ MORE

  5. 3. The Identification and Characterisation of LRIG Gene Family and Its Expression in Astrocytic Tumours

    Author : Dongsheng Guo; Tomas Ekström; Umeå universitet; []
    Keywords : astrocytoma; brain; EGFR; LRIG; leucine-rich repeat; real-time RT-PCR; onkologi; Oncology;

    Abstract : Gliomas are the most common primary brain tumours, and their capacity to invade surrounding normal brain prevents complete removal of the tumour. Malignant glioma has still a poor prognosis. However, with the rapid development of molecular biology our understanding about glioma has increased dramatically. READ MORE

  6. 4. Qualities in the short life : psychological studies relevant to patient and spouse in malignant glioma

    Author : Pär Salander; Roger Henriksson; Ullabeth Sätterlund Larsson; Umeå universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; astrocytoma; communication; coping; defence mechanism; denial; glioma; hope; memory; neuropsychology; quality of life; spouse;

    Abstract : This thesis deals with psychological issues concerning patients with malignant gliomas, and their spouses. There is no known medical cure, and the patients have a limited survival expectancy. Therefore studies evaluating new treatment modes, an overall supportive atmosphere, and attempts to avoid imposing unnessesary strain are necessary. READ MORE

  7. 5. Medical, cognitive and motor outcome after treatment of pilocytic astrocytoma in the posterior fossa in childhood

    Author : Ingela Kristiansen; Per Frisk; B Strömberg; Klas Blomgren; Uppsala universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Childhood; CNS tumour; pilocytic astrocytoma; posterior fossa; long-term outcome; cognition; language; motor performance; learning difficulties; Pediatrik; Pediatrics;

    Abstract : Introduction: Pilocytic astrocytoma is the most common brain tumour in childhood. The aim of the studies was to investigate late medical, cognitive and motor complications in patients treated in childhood for pilocytic astrocytoma in the posterior fossa. READ MORE