Search for dissertations about: "Acute care infection control"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 11 swedish dissertations containing the words Acute care infection control.
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1. Improved diagnosis and prediction of community-acquired pneumonia
Abstract : Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) is a major cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Although there is wide variation in the microbial etiology, CAP may manifest with similar symptoms, making institution of proper treatment challenging. READ MORE
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2. Epidemiology of viral respiratory infections with focus on in-hospital influenza transmission
Abstract : Human Rhinoviruses (HRV) and influenza viruses are respiratory pathogens which represent a major global disease burden. Healthcare-associated infections (HCAI) are increasingly recognized as a public health concern, but limited data has been published on the characteristics and epidemiology of HCAI caused by respiratory viruses. READ MORE
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3. Clinical studies on drug treatment of hospitalised patients : general infectious diseases and acute myocardial infarction
Abstract : Treatment of hospitalised patients is generally governed by the pre-developed algorithms and common guidelines. These approaches are helpful in most, but not all cases. Treatment of hospitalised patients is limited to the time of hospital stay and is therefore directed to immediate help. READ MORE
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4. The use of mechanical circulatory support and passive ventricular constraint in patients with acute and chronic heart failure
Abstract : Many patients are diagnosed as having chronic heart failure (CHF) and apart from the fact that daily activities are impaired, they are great consumers of health care, and the prognosis is poor. The distinction between acute heart failure (AHF) and CHF may be difficult and is more a question of time rather than severity. READ MORE
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5. The epidemiology of severe sepsis in Sweden : Methodological aspects on the use of ICD coding in national registries
Abstract : Severe sepsis is characterized by acute organ dysfunction caused by an infection. Despite advanced treatment with antibiotics and organ support the mortality remains high. The epidemiological research on severe sepsis has expanded over the years but has led to conflicting results. READ MORE