Search for dissertations about: "Ogilvie"

Found 3 swedish dissertations containing the word Ogilvie.

  2. 1. Critical illness myopathy : understanding different effects on muscle fibre function

    Author : Hannah Ogilvie; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : Skeletal muscle is an essential component of the human body, being one of the most dynamic and plastic tissues. As such it can be altered by numerous confounding factors. READ MORE

  4. 2. Aspects of mechanical dysphagia. Assessment, treatment and consequences

    Author : Jan Persson; Göteborgs universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Dysphagia; Watson; Ogilvie; Goldschmid; QoL; Sarcopenia; Laparoscopic myotomy; Achalasia; Oesophageal cancer;

    Abstract : Aspects of mechanical dysphagia Assessment, treatment and consequences Jan Persson, M.D. Department of surgery, Institute of Clinical sciences, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden ABSTRACT Background: Dysphagia is a symptom that negatively impacts patients’ quality of life. READ MORE

  5. 3. Surgical reconstruction of functional and anatomical defects in the diaphragmatic hiatus

    Author : Apostolos Analatos; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is characterized mainly by heartburn and acid regurgitation but in the more severe forms even organic manifestations can occur. Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) is the main medical treatment of GERD but antireflux surgery should be looked upon as an effective long-term therapeutic option. READ MORE