Search for dissertations about: "Torkel Wadström"

Found 2 swedish dissertations containing the words Torkel Wadström.

2. 1. The role of microorganisms in prostate cancer development

   Author : Johanna Bergh Drott; Fredrik Elgh; Torkel Wadström; Umeå universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; prostate cancer; aetiology; inflammation; Propionibacterium acnes; patologi; Pathology;

   Abstract : Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among Swedish men, but the aetiology of this disease is largely unknown. There is evidence for a linkage between chronic inflammation and prostate cancer. The mechanisms causing prostate inflammation and how this could promote tumour development and progression are however largely unknown. READ MORE

4. 2. Experimental Helicobacter pylori infection in an animal model

   Author : Yi-Qian Sun; Torkel Wadström; Linköpings universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICINE; MEDICIN;

   Abstract : Background: Helicobacter pylori is a microaerophilic Gram-negative bacterium colonizing the human stomach. The prevalence of this infection is between 20-90% depending on geographic location. Comprehensive studies have shown significant relationships between H. pylori infection and chronic gastritis, peptic ulcer and gastric carcinoma. READ MORE