Search for dissertations about: "Irena Dawidson"

Found 1 swedish dissertation containing the words Irena Dawidson.

2. 1. Studies on the influence of sensory stimulation (acupuncture) on neuropeptide release in the saliva

   Author : Irena Dawidson; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : acupuncture; substance P; neurokinin A; calcitonin gene-related peptide; vasoactive intestinal polypeptide; neuropeptide Y; xerostomia; salivary secretion rates;

   Abstract : The aim of this thesis was to elucidate the mechanisms behind the effect of sensory stimulation (acupuncture) on the salivary flow rates of xerostomic patients. We hypothesised that the sensory stimulation activates the sensory and autonomic nervous systems, leading to an increased release of neuropeptides that influence salivary secretion in co-operation with or/and beside the classical neurotransmitters. READ MORE