Search for dissertations about: "CD68"

Showing result 21 - 25 of 42 swedish dissertations containing the word CD68.

  2. 21. Misoprostol : pharmacokinetics and effects on uterine contractility and cervical ripening in early pregnancy

    Author : Annette Aronsson; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
    Keywords : Misoprostol induced abortion pregnancy sublingual administration cervical ripening slow-release uterine contractility pharmacokinetics;

    Abstract : Misoprostol is an orally active synthetic PGE1 analogue which has become an important drug in obstetric and gynaecological practice because of its uterotonic and cervical priming actions. It is safe, cheap, widely available and stable at room temperature. READ MORE

  4. 22. Studies of immune response in human tuberculosis

    Author : Senait Ashenafi; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : TB (tuberculosis), caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb), continues to be a world-leading killer and a serious global health problem primarily affecting poor people in many developing countries. The difficult situation with TB/HIV co-infection is also a major key challenge to public health. READ MORE

  5. 23. Studies on myeloid cell functions in periodontitis

    Author : Reuben Clark; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : Periodontitis (PD) is a chronic inflammatory disease characterized by destruction of the tooth supporting tissues; gingiva, periodontal ligament, and alveolar bone. Myeloid cells, including monocytes and macrophages, play a crucial part in the inflammatory host response by clearing pathogens and producing a vast array of inflammatory mediators. READ MORE

  6. 24. Local immune responses in tuberculosis : cytolytic effector functions at the site of mycobacterium tuberculosis infection

    Author : Sayma Rahman; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : Despite recent advances in tuberculosis (TB) research, shortage of knowledge still exists that limits the host-pathogen interactions in human TB. Cell-mediated immunity has been shown to confer protection in TB, although the relative importance of cytolytic T cells (CTLs) expressing granule-associated effector molecules perforin and granulysin is debated. READ MORE

  7. 25. The role of smooth muscle cells in calcification of atherosclerotic plaques

    Author : Till Seime; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : Calcification (CALC) is a predominant feature of late-stage cardiovascular disease (CVD) but responsible mechanisms and its contribution to the risk of clinical events remain unclear. Formation of highly mineralized extracellular matrix (ECM) leads to progressive aortic valve stenosis (AVS) and has been identified as a surrogate marker for atherosclerotic disease burden. READ MORE