Search for dissertations about: "Oesophageal carcinoma"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 10 swedish dissertations containing the words Oesophageal carcinoma.
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1. Helicobacter pylori and its Association with Gastric and Oesophageal Carcinomas
Abstract : Helicobacter pylori is one of the most common infections in man. The infection is often acquired during childhood and usually results in a chronic life-long inflammation in the gastric mucosa. The aim of our studies was to investigate the association between H. pylori seropositivity and the development of gastric and oesophageal carcinomas. READ MORE
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2. Health related quality of life and swallowing problems in oesophageal cancer
Abstract : Poor overall survival, swallowing problems and severe side-effects from multi-modality treatment characterize the situation of patients with oesophageal and gastro oesophageal junction carcinoma (GOJ). With the poor prognosis and abundance of symptoms in this disease it is particularly important to consider health-related quality of life (HRQoL) as an important outcome in clinical decision-making. READ MORE
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3. Bile in the oesophagus contributes to the development and complications of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease
Abstract : Objective: To clarify the relationship between duodenogastro- oesophageal reflux (DGOR) and gastro- oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) and its complications. Methods: As persons who have had their gallbladders removed have been shown to have an increased incidence of duodenogastric reflux, one would expect them to have an increased incidence of DGOR. READ MORE
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4. Comparative treatment planning in external radiotherapy of malignant tumours : Potential gains using protons
Abstract : It is well known that protons have physical characteristics superior to conventional radiation qualities in external beam radiotherapy. The primary aim of this work is to determine if the physical advantages also may lead to clinical advantages. READ MORE
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5. Helicobacter pylori eradication treatment and the risk of gastric and oesophageal cancer
Abstract : Helicobacter pylori is a strong and well-established risk factor for gastric cancer, but seems to decrease the risk of oesophageal adenocarcinoma. Thus, eradication treatment for Helicobacter pylori may decrease the risk of gastric cancer, and increase the risk of oesophageal adenocarcinoma. READ MORE