Search for dissertations about: "Olof Sköldenberg"
Found 5 swedish dissertations containing the words Olof Sköldenberg.
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1. Uncemented femoral stems : studies on periprosthetic bone remodelling and prevention of bone loss in total hip arthroplasty
Abstract : Introduction: Tapered uncemented femoral stems are popular implants in total hip arthroplasty (THA). They are easy to use and excellent long-term results have been reported for patients with primary osteoarthritis of the hip (OA). READ MORE
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2. Psychological distress and contentment after primary total knee replacement
Abstract : The overall aim of this thesis was to study patients with anxiety/depression symptoms before and after primary total knee replacement, particularly in terms of improvements in patients-reported outcomes, and particularly among those who were discontent with the surgery. This could hopefully improve patients' contentment after TKR. READ MORE
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3. Studies on the complications and prediction of mortality after hip fracture surgery
Abstract : An elderly patient who sustains a hip fracture has increased morbidity and mortality. Scandinavia presents the highest incidence annually of hip fractures worldwide. Femoral neck fracture (FNF) of the hip accounts for 50% of all hip fractures in geriatric patients. READ MORE
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4. Aspects on treatment of femoral neck fractures : studies on treatment methods, surgical approach and external validity
Abstract : Femoral neck fracture (FNF) is a great challenge for today´s health care and is associated with high mortality and morbidity in the elderly. In the short term several studies in the literature have demonstrated improved hip function, quality of life and fewer re-operations in elderly patients treated with total hip arthroplasty (THA) instead of internal fixation (IF). READ MORE
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5. Computational fluid dynamics application in indoor air quality and health
Abstract : Indoor air quality directly affects the comfort, performance, and well-being of occupants. Indoor pollution can cause immediate or long-term health effects and has been responsible for 4.1% of global deaths in recent decades. READ MORE