Search for dissertations about: "HCG"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 27 swedish dissertations containing the word HCG.

2. 1. Intraovarian mechanisms influencing the human corpus luteum

   Author : Ulrika Ottander; Torbjörn Hillensjö; Umeå universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Corpus luteum; steroidreceptors; progesterone; LH hCG; PGF2α; ultrasonography;

   Abstract : Introduction: The human corpus luteum (CL) is a transient endocrine gland, only functionally active for about 14 days. Its principal function is to produce and secrete progesterone and thereby support the endometrium for implantation of a blastocyst and prevent rejection of the developing embryo. READ MORE

4. 2. The human undescended testis and the effect of HCG treatment : a study of the morphology, in vitro progesterone metabolism, gonadotrophin receptors and germ cell adenylyl cyclase in testicular biopsies

   Author : Göran Läckgren; Uppsala universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICINE; MEDICIN;

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5. 3. Improving medical abortion : using mifepristone in combination with a prostaglandin analogue

   Author : Christian Fiala; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : Medical abortion; mifepristone; misoprostol; slow release; home use; hCG; ultrasound; verification of expulsion; non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug; pain relief; second trimester; uterine contractility; acceptability;

   Abstract : Background: Induced abortion is still a major health problem in the world and the most frequently performed intervention in Obstetrics and Gynaecology with an estimated total of 46 millions worldwide each year. Medical abortion with mifepristone and prostaglandin was first introduced in 1988, and is now approved in 29 countries. READ MORE

6. 4. Hormonal and paracrine influences on Leydig cell steroidogenesis

   Author : Nina Renlund; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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   Abstract : Androgen production by Leydig cells is critical for development of the male reproductive organs and for maintaining normal body homeostasis and fertility later in life. Biosynthesis of testosterone is driven by secretion of the gonadotropin, luteinizing hormone (LH) from the pituitary. READ MORE

7. 5. Traditional yoga and clinical burnout : quality of life and biomarkers before and after treatment

   Author : Astrid Grensman; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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   Abstract : Background. Stress-related disorders including clinical burnout (CB) are one of the main causes of sickness absenteeism in many Western countries. Little is known about the situation of CB patients, and objective markers are not used as an aid in clinical work with these patients. Moreover, evidence-based treatments are scarce to date. READ MORE