Search for dissertations about: "Follow-up Studies"

Showing result 16 - 20 of 2040 swedish dissertations containing the words Follow-up Studies.

  2. 16. A standardised follow-up model to support people after stroke -Development and application using the post-stroke checklist

    Author : Emma Kjörk; Göteborgs universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Stroke; Rehabilitation; Health literacy; Patient empowerment; Patient and care provider communication; Ehealth; Digital tool; Follow-up; Qualitative methods;

    Abstract : Objectives: The need for a standardised follow-up has increased, as more people survive and live with stroke-related consequences. The Swedish national stroke guidelines recommend the use of the post-stroke checklist (PSC) to identify common health problems and provide guidance for further interventions. READ MORE

  4. 17. The role of imaging in follow-up and prognosis of patients radically operated for melanoma

    Author : Ylva Naeser; Gustav Ullenhag; Christian Ingvar; Mats Lambe; Micaela Hernberg; Uppsala universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Cutaneous malignant melanoma; melanoma in situ; follow-up studies; randomized controlled trial; cohort study; whole-body imaging; health-related quality of life; prognosis; survival; socioeconomic status; comorbidity; Sweden;

    Abstract : Cutaneous malignant melanoma (CMM) is the cancer type in Sweden with the most rapidly increasing incidence. This thesis investigated if whole-body imaging improves the follow-up scheme post-surgery in high-risk CMM patients and explored the long-term outcomes for early-stage melanoma patients compared to the general population. READ MORE

  5. 18. Atrial fibrillation : endoscopic ablation and postoperative studies

    Author : Espen Fengsrud; Anders Ahlsson; Anders Englund; Alexander Wahba; Örebro universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Atrial fibrillation; Bypass surgery; Cerebral ischemia; Follow-up studies; Survival; Anticoagulation; Ablation; Endoscopy; Randomized trial; Implantable loop recorder;

    Abstract : Introduction: Atrial fibrillation (AF) is associated with an increased risk of stroke, heart failure and cardiovascular death. Initial treatment focuses on rhythm or rate control and anticoagulation after risk assessment. Catheter abla-tion (CA) is an option in highly symptomatic patients but is less effective in long-standing persistent AF(LSPAF). READ MORE

  6. 19. Amblyopia in children : therapy and follow-up

    Author : Pia Agervi; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : Amblyopia, the leading cause of unilateral visual impairment in children, is caused by inadequate stimulation of the visual system during the sensitive periods of visual development in childhood. Cataract, anisometropia and strabismus are well-known causes of amblyopia. READ MORE

  7. 20. Middle Ear Cholesteatoma : Surgical Treatment, Follow-up and Hearing Restoration

    Author : Lennart Edfeldt; Helge Rask-Andersen; Juha Silvola; Uppsala universitet; []
    Keywords : Oto-Rhino-Laryngology; Oto-rhino-laryngologi;

    Abstract : Although middle-ear cholesteatoma is a major topic in otological research, its etiology and pathogenesis remain unclear. Pediatric cholesteatoma is considered more aggressive than adult cholesteatoma, as it has a higher rate of growth, is more often infected and exhibits wider extension. READ MORE