Search for dissertations about: "Coronary artery bypass grafting"

Showing result 16 - 20 of 70 swedish dissertations containing the words Coronary artery bypass grafting.

2. 16. Endothelial function and dysfunction in coronary artery bypass grafting

   Author : Ulf Lockowandt; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : CABG; Endothelin; Endothelin-blockers; endothelium; lactate; off-pump CABG; prostacyclin; radial artery; unstable angina pectoris;

   Abstract : The integrity of the endothelium is of importance for short- and long-term results following coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). In this thesis different factors of the endothelial role in the regulation of vascular tone in relation to various current aspects of CABG have been investigated. READ MORE

4. 17. Coronary artery bypass surgery without extracorporeal circulation

   Author : Jenny Vedin; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : Cardiopulmonary bypass; off pump; hemodynamics; myocardial damage; inflammation; hemostasis; cognitive function;

   Abstract : Introduction: Coronary artery bypass surgery with extracorporeal circulation is associated with a systemic inflammatory response syndrome that contributes to morbidity and mortality. Aortic cross clamping and cardioplegic arrest induces an ischemic insult to the heart and is a risk factor for neurological injury. READ MORE

5. 18. Acute kidney injury after coronary artery bypass grafting and outcomes

   Author : Linda Rydén; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : Acute Kidney Injury;

   Abstract : Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a rapid reduction in glomerular filtration rate (GFR) that leads to a rise in serum creatinine (SCr). Acute kidney injury is common and patients with sepsis and patients who undergo cardiac surgery are at highest risk. READ MORE

6. 19. Sleep, psychological symptoms and quality of life in patients undergoing coronary artery bypass grafting

   Author : Ulla Edell-Gustafsson; Jerker Hetta; Elisabeth Hamrin; Christer Janson; Linköpings universitet; []
   Keywords : Sleep; polysomnography; coronary disease; surgery; anxiety; psychophysiological disorders; personality; MEDICINE; MEDICIN;

   Abstract : In this thesis sleep, psychological symptoms and quality of life (Qol) in patients undergoing coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) at the University Hospital in Linköping were evaluated. Interviews and 24-hour polysomnography were performed prior to surgery, immediately after surgery and again at one month, with a six-month-follow-up mailed questionnaire. READ MORE

7. 20. Serum Cholesterol, Lifestyle, Working Capacity and Quality of Life in Patients with Coronary Artery Disease. Experiences from a Hospital-based Secondary Prevention Programme

   Author : Roland Carlsson; Lund Medicin; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Kardiovaskulära systemet; Cardiovascular system; work capacity; quality of life; lipid lowering treatment; secondary prevention; lifestyle changes; coronary artery bypass surgery; : Coronary artery disease; myocardial infarction;

   Abstract : Coronary artery diseases (CAD) are main causes of morbidity and hospitalisation in western countries and CAD patients are at considerable risk of suffering further cardiac events. The development and evaluation of secondary prevention programmes therefore an important task. READ MORE