Search for dissertations about: "M D A"

Showing result 16 - 20 of 486 swedish dissertations containing the words M D A.

2. 16. Novel Treatment Modalities for High-Risk Neuroblastoma : Studies in Animal Models

   Author : Dieter Fuchs; Faranak Azarbayjani; Rolf Christofferson; Sven Påhlman; Uppsala universitet; []
   Keywords : LANTBRUKSVETENSKAPER; AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES; neuroblastoma; bevacizumab; SU11248; GMX1778; GMX1777; animal model; Medicine; Medicin;

   Abstract : Neuroblastoma, the most common extracranial solid tumor of childhood, is a heterogeneous tumor. In some patients, the tumor can go into spontaneous regression and disappear whereas other patients have rapidly growing tumors with a poor prognosis. READ MORE

4. 17. Reproductive and Metabolic Consequences of the Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

   Author : Miriam Hudecova; Inger Sundström Poromaa; Jan Holte; Matts Olovsson; Per Olof Janson; Uppsala universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; polycystic ovarian syndrome; long-term follow-up; ovarian reserve; anti-Müllerian hormone; insulin sensitivity; early insuline response; impaired glucose tolerance; diabetes; endothelial function; endothelial-dependent vasodilation; Obstetrics and gynaecology; Obstetrik och gynekologi; Obstetrik och gynekologi; Obstetrics and Gynaecology;

   Abstract : Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a complex clinical condition characterized by hyperandrogenism and chronic oligo/anovulation. Infrequent ovulation and metabolic alterations in women with PCOS are associated with subfertility and probably increased miscarriage rates compared with normal fertile women. READ MORE

5. 18. The biology of cognitive decline and reduced survival in Parkinson disease : prognostic factors in a population-based cohort

   Author : David C Bäckström; Lars Forsgren; Jan Linder; Niklas Lenfeldt; Jan Aasly; Umeå universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Parkinson disease; multiple system atrophy; progressive supranuclear palsy; natural history; cognitive impairment; dementia; predictors of mortality; cerebrospinal fluid biomarkers; prospective; population-based; Neurology; neurologi;

   Abstract : Parkinson disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects about 1% of the population over 60 years. The cardinal symptoms are motor disabilities but cognitive decline is also common. About 50% of all persons with PD develop dementia within 10 years after disease onset. READ MORE

6. 19. Defense-peptides against mycobacteria

   Author : Charlotte M A Linde; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : Antimicrobial peptides; NK-lysin; granulysin; PR-39; Mycobacterium;

   Abstract : Several members of the genus Mycobacterium can cause serious infections in both man and animal. One of the world's most serious infectious diseases, tuberculosis, is caused by the pathogen Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Specific defense to tuberculosis/mycobacteriosis is dependent on the individual's ability to mount a proficient immune response. READ MORE

7. 20. Assessment of participation in people with a mild intellectual disability

   Author : Patrik Arvidsson; Mats Granlund; Mikael Thyberg; Gerd Ahlström; Örebro universitet; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; assessment; clinimetrics; ICF; intellectual disability; participation; participation restrictions; self-ratings; Handikappvetenskap; Disability Research;

   Abstract : The overall aim of this doctoral thesis was to explore an assessment of participation according to the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) in people with a mild intellectual disability.Study I used secondary data and explored how participation can be assessed. READ MORE