Search for dissertations about: "Lena Hellström"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 14 swedish dissertations containing the words Lena Hellström.
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1. Studies on catecholamine function in human fat cells
Abstract : Human adipose tissue is a heterogeneous organ as regards metabolism. The effects of catecholamines, the main lipolytic hormones in man vary considerably in different regions. Fat cell lipolysis also changes in a number of physiological and pathophysiological states. READ MORE
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2. Hyaluronan and the receptor CD 44 in the heart and vessels : a study in normal and pathological conditions
Abstract : Tissues are not solely composed of cells. The extracellular matrix is important for the cell well-being and cell-cell communication. The glycosaminoglycan hyaluronan (HYA) is a widely distributed extracellular matrix (ECM) component. READ MORE
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3. Effects of Delayed versus Early Cord Clamping on Healthy Term Infants
Abstract : The aim of this thesis was to study maternal and infant effects of delayed cord clamping (≥180 seconds, DCC) compared to early (≤10 seconds, ECC) in a randomised controlled trial. Practice and guidelines regarding when to clamp the cord vary globally, and different meta-analyses have shown contradictory conclusions on benefits and disadvantages of DCC and ECC. READ MORE
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4. Breastfeeding in mothers of preterm infants : Prevalence and effects of support
Abstract : The overall aim of this thesis was to describe the prevalence of breastfeeding in preterm infants and to evaluate the effectiveness and mother’s experiences of proactive person-centred telephone support after discharge. Furthermore, to describe the duration of breastfeeding and risks of ceasing breastfeeding up to 12 months. READ MORE
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5. On assessment methods related to pain in dogs with osteoarthritis
Abstract : There is a need of valid and reliable assessment methods that are clinically applicable in canine rehabilitation practice. The aim of this thesis was to psychometrically evaluate measurement properties in assessment methods related to pain in naturally occurring canine osteoarthritis. READ MORE