Search for dissertations about: "Delay in diagnosis"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 103 swedish dissertations containing the words Delay in diagnosis.
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1. Patient and health care delays in malignant melanoma
Abstract : Background: Unlike other cancers, malignant melanoma (MM) is generally visible and can be easily and effectively cured if treated in time. Optimal cure of MM requires early detection, diagnosis, and treatment, which improves prognosis. READ MORE
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2. Colorectal cancer in Östergötland : risk factors, diagnosis, and quality of treatment
Abstract : In this investigation colorectal cancer in the county of Östergötland has been studied with emphasis on risk factors, diagnostic efforts, and the results of treatment.In two case-control studies on food and colorectal cancer, a decreased risk was associated with a high intake of cereal fibre, total fibre, and calcium per unit energy consumed as well as a high intake of raw vegetables. READ MORE
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3. Breast cancer in rural India : knowledge, attitudes, practices; delays to care and quality of life
Abstract : Background: Cancer is a major public health problem globally. The incidence of cancer is increasing rapidly in many low- and middle-income countries like India due to the epidemiological transition. At present, breast cancer is the leading cancer in females in many countries including India. READ MORE
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4. Appendicitis in Children. Clinical, diagnostic and pathogenic factors
Abstract : Background: Appendicitis is the most common disease requiring abdominal surgery in children. However, the diagnosis of pediatric appendicitis is still a challenge, resulting in perforation and negative appendectomies, especially in girls and young children. Further, the pathogenesis of acute appendicitis is not known. READ MORE
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5. Early knee osteoarthrosis after meniscectomy : studies in rabbits
Abstract : Post-traumatic osteoarthrosis develops after intraarticular injuries. It is a disease, which affects both articular cartilage and subchondral bone, and progresses over 10-20 years. Irreversible damage has often occurred by the time clinical diagnosis is possible. READ MORE