Search for dissertations about: "Hallux valgus"

Found 3 swedish dissertations containing the words Hallux valgus.

2. 1. Hallux valgus surgery : epidemiological aspects and clinical outcome

   Author : Carlos Saro; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : Hallux valgus; Osteotomy; Plantar pressure; Prevalence; Quality of life; Randomized controlled trial; Surgery;

   Abstract : Hallux valgus is a common condition that accounts for a significant number of visits to foot and ankle specialists. Surgery is the standard treatment but there is insufficient evidence from randomized trials to determine which method of treatment is the most appropriate. READ MORE

4. 2. Day surgery; routines, pain and recovery

   Author : Metha Brattwall; Göteborgs universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; day surgery pain routines recovery nausea and vomiting nicotine postoperative pain analgesics tramadol etoricoxib snuff EQ-5d health profile self-assessed questionnaire follow-up;

   Abstract : Day surgery in Sweden is increasing both in numbers and in types of procedures. Also older and sicker patients are often included in day case surgery programs, which puts an extra demand on good practice. Methods: Study I: Questionnaires regarding routines used in 2005 were sent to all day surgery clinics in Sweden. READ MORE

5. 3. The rheumatoid forefoot : surgical treatment and epidemiological aspects

   Author : Lollo Gröndal; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : Rheumatoid forefoot surgery - Arthrodesis of MTP 1 - Arthrodesis versus resection in MTP 1 - Rheumatoid forefoot prevalence - load distribution and time-and distance parameters in rheumatoid arthritis;

   Abstract : Background: The forefoot is frequently involved in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) resulting in a painful, handicapping deformity. The prevalence stated has long been based on a study from 1956. READ MORE