Search for dissertations about: "ORTHOPAEDIC"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 121 swedish dissertations containing the word ORTHOPAEDIC.

2. 1. Delayed and cancelled orthopaedic surgery; Causes and consequences

   Author : Ulla Caesar; Göteborgs universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Appointments and schedules; Operating rooms organisation and administration; Waiting list; Cancelled surgery; Orthopaedic surgery; Delayed surgery; Perioperative nursing; Phenomenological Hemeneutics Method; Social rejaction; Shame; Appointments and schedules;

   Abstract : Extended waiting time, over-booked waiting lists and cancelled and delayed surgical procedures are realities for some patients treated at orthopaedic clinics in Sweden. This situation affects the prioritisation procedures for both emergency and elective surgery and results in even longer waiting lists, not only for planned patients, but for emergencies as well. READ MORE

4. 2. Experimental implant-associated orthopaedic infections

   Author : Åke Johansson; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : Osteomyelitis; anaerobic bacteria; implant design and material; bacterial collagen- and fibronectin-binding;

   Abstract : Although indispensable in today's medicine, orthopaedic implants may also cause adverse reactions. A foreign body increases the local susceptibility to colonisation by microorganisms, and hence the risk of infections. These infections are rare, but many result in prolonged or permanent impairment. READ MORE

5. 3. Blood saving in orthopaedic surgery

   Author : Jan Widman; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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   Abstract : A substantial blood loss frequently accompanies total hip and knee replacement surgery. This is a potential health risk and associated with increased need for allogenic blood transfusions. READ MORE

6. 4. Aspects on bleeding and transfusion in elective orthopaedic surgery. Clinical and experimental studies

   Author : Malin S Carling; Göteborgs universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; orthopaedic surgery; fibrinogen; factor XIII; surgical bleeding; transfusion;

   Abstract : Background: Perioperative bleeding complications are associated with increased morbidity and mortality. One way to minimize perioperative bleeding and transfusion is to identify patients at risk of bleeding. Preoperative fibrinogen plasma concentration and factor XIII (FXIII) activity may be indicators of perioperative bleeding and transfusion. READ MORE

7. 5. Physician Sickness Certification Practice focusing on views and barriers among general practitioners and orthopaedic surgeons

   Author : Malin Swartling; Rolf Wahlström; Jörgen Borg; Kurt Svärdsudd; Bengt Mattsson; Uppsala universitet; []
   Keywords : Neurosciences; sick-listing; sickness certification; physician; general practitioner; orthopaedic surgeon; practice-pattern; barriers; phenomenography; Sweden; Neurovetenskap;

   Abstract : There is no common understanding on what constitutes good sick-listing, a frequent and problematic task for many physicians, especially general practitioners (GPs) and orthopaedic surgeons. Aiming to achieve a deeper understanding of sick-listing practices, 19 GPs (I, III) and 18 orthopaedic surgeons (II) in four counties were interviewed, and data analysed qualitatively for views on good sickness certification and barriers to desired practice. READ MORE