Search for dissertations about: "Mats Börjesson"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 12 swedish dissertations containing the words Mats Börjesson.
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1. Studies of barrier function in patients with ulcerative colitis and pouchitis
Abstract : Background and aim: The cause of ulcerative colitis (UC) is largely unknown. However, there is a presumed genetic component to susceptibility and altered intestinal barrier function has been implicated in the pathophysiology of ulcerative colitis. READ MORE
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2. Chronic Systemic Inflammation, Body Composition and Physical Activity Behaviours in Older Adults
Abstract : Ageing is associated with a gradual physical decline accompanied by changes in body composition. The occurrence of a low-grade yet chronic state of systemic inflammation has gained interest for its potential consequences in the ageing process. READ MORE
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3. Active workstations : a NEAT way to prevent and treat overweight and obesity?
Abstract : Background: Modern society is triggering sedentary behaviours in different domains. Different strategies can be used to reduce the time spent sitting and increase physical activity in the office environment, which is one domain where sedentary time is often high. One such strategy could be to install treadmill workstations. READ MORE
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4. Physical activity among patients with cardiovascular disease : a predictor of hospital care utilisation and mortality in clinical work
Abstract : Guidelines highlight the importance of physical activity (PA) in secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD) within the healthcare sector. Previous studies have mainly focused on the effects of PA at moderate-vigorous intensity performed within exercise-based cardiac rehabilitation (CR). READ MORE
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5. Cardiac function and long-term volume load : Physiological investigations in endurance athletes and in patients operated on for aortic regurgitation
Abstract : Background and aims. The heart is a remarkably adaptable organ, continuously changing its output to match metabolic demands and haemodynamic load. But also in long-term settings, such as in chronic or repeated volume load, there are changes in cardiac dimensions and mass termed cardiac hypertrophy. READ MORE