Search for dissertations about: "Isolated hepatic perfusion"
Found 4 swedish dissertations containing the words Isolated hepatic perfusion.
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1. Isolated regional perfusion for metastases of malignant melanoma - Clinical and experimental studies
Abstract : Background: Isolated regional perfusion is a treatment option mainly for localized metastatic disease. The principle idea is to surgically isolate a region of the body and connect the circulation to a heart-lung machine. A high concentration of a chemotherapeutic agent is then delivered to the tumour, while systemic toxicity is avoided. READ MORE
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2. Immunological effects of isolated regional perfusion in malignant melanoma
Abstract : Malignant melanoma patients with metastatic disease confined to the limbs or liver may be treated with hyperthermic isolated regional perfusion with a chemotherapeutic agent, most commonly melphalan. This procedure enables much higher tissue concentrations of the chemotherapeutic agent compared with systemic administration. READ MORE
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3. Strategies for optimisation of 177Lu-octreotate therapy – exploring local administration and combination therapy regimens
Abstract : Neuroendocrine tumours (NETs) are a group of heterogeneous tumour types that originate in hormone-producing organs. Patients with NETs are often diagnosed after the primary tumour has metastasised. READ MORE
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4. Novel in vitro systems elucidating metabolic health and disease
Abstract : The convoluted nature of biology warrants improved models that further insights into health and disease. Bioengineered features and platforms allow the modulation and study of a range of biological phenomena. READ MORE