Search for dissertations about: "Northern Il"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 22 swedish dissertations containing the words Northern Il.
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1. Genetic studies of diabetes in northern Sweden
Abstract : Diabetes mellitus represents a group of metabolic disorders caused by both environmental and genetic factors. The two most common forms of diabetes are type 2 diabetes (T2D) and type 1 diabetes (T1D). T2D is associated with obesity and the disease is caused by insulin resistance and pancreatic b-cell dysfunction. READ MORE
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2. Epidemiology of food hypersensitivity in school children : validation with double-blind placebo-controlled food challenges and biomarkers
Abstract : Background: This thesis focuses on the incidence and remission of reported food hypersensitivity in schoolchildren followed from 8 to 12 -years of age and the prevalence of hypersensitivity to milk, egg, cod and wheat among 12-year olds investigated by reported data, clinical investigation and double-blind placebo-controlled food challenges and biomarkers.Methods: The studies are mainly based on a population based cohort recruited in 2006 from three municipalities in Northern Sweden. READ MORE
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3. Regulation of Fibroblast Activity by Keratinocytes
Abstract : In the healing of cutaneous wounds, paracrine communication between keratinocytes and fibroblasts regulates cell differentiation, proliferation and synthesis of extracellular matrix. Deficient epidermal coverage, as seen in burn-wounds, frequently results in hypertrophic scars. READ MORE
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4. Mediators of cervical ripening in preterm birth : experimental and clinical investigations
Abstract : Background: Preterm birth (PTB) is by far the leading worldwide cause of infant mortality and morbidity. Despite decades of research, the frequency of PTB has not decreased and the basic mechanisms initiating the onset of labour are still poorly understood. Vaginal preterm birth cannot take place without cervical softening and remodelling. READ MORE
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5. Immunogenicity of anti-leishmaniasis vaccines in man
Abstract : Leishmaniasis represents a serious health problem in Sudan. There is no adequate control measure available against the disease in the country. Vaccination remains the optimal potential control measure. READ MORE