Search for dissertations about: "Biochemical recurrence"

Showing result 11 - 15 of 20 swedish dissertations containing the words Biochemical recurrence.

  2. 11. Erythropoietic protoporphyria clinical and epidemiological aspects

    Author : Staffan Wahlin; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
    Keywords : Erythropoietic protoporphyria; hematopoietic stem cell transplantation; vitamin D; ferrochelatase mutations; liver transplantation; phototoxicity; anemia; iron deficiency;

    Abstract : Erythropoietic protoporphyria, EPP, is an inherited disease in which the main clinical manifestations are painful cutaneous sensitivity to intense light and liver disease which in some requires liver transplantation for survival. This thesis originated in questions and perceived limitations in understanding that accompanied the management of the patient in Study I. READ MORE

  4. 12. Tissue biomarkers in prostate cancer

    Author : Sara Jonmarker Jaraj; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : Prostate cancer (PC) is the most common male cancer in the western world. Better biomarkers are needed to support diagnosis, prediction of prognosis and treatment decision Radical prostatectomy (RP) specimens are routinely immersed in formalin overnight. Formalin may also be injected into the prostate for improved fixation. READ MORE

  5. 13. Ductal adenocarcinoma of the prostate : a morphological, immunohistochemical and genetic study

    Author : Amanda Seipel; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : Ductal adenocarcinoma of the prostate (DAC) is the second most common prostate cancer subtype. Patients with DAC often present at an advanced clinicopathological stage, with or without metastases. READ MORE

  6. 14. Nuclear medicine imaging and treatment in pheochromocytoma, paraganglioma, and role of the new tracer 11C-hydroxy ephedrine in diabetes mellitus

    Author : Achyut Ram Vyakaranam; Anders Sundin; Elin Trägårdh; Uppsala universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; 11C-HED; PRRT; TCTTV; Non-Invasive imaging; symapthetic innervation; pheochromocytoma; paraganglioma; NETs; RECIST 1.1; Oncology; Onkologi; Endokrinologi och Diabetologi; Endocrinology and Diabetology;

    Abstract : Carbon-11 hydroxy ephedrine (11C-HED) is a norepinephrine analog which binds to the norepinephrine receptor present in adrenal medulla, lung, liver and pancreas. 11C-HED-positron emission tomography with concomitant computed tomography (PET/CT) can image these organs. READ MORE

  7. 15. Optimising External Beam Radiotherapy for Prostate Cancer. Advances in Treatment Planning

    Author : Vilberg Jóhannesson; Systemisk strålterapi; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES;

    Abstract : BackgroundRadiotherapy (RT) is an effective treatment option for prostate cancer (PCa). The evolution of new treatment planning techniques, advanced imaging and accelerator design has enabled precise treatment delivery. READ MORE