Search for dissertations about: "auscultation"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 6 swedish dissertations containing the word auscultation.
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1. Nonlinear phonocardiographic Signal Processing
Abstract : The aim of this thesis work has been to develop signal analysis methods for a computerized cardiac auscultation system, the intelligent stethoscope. In particular, the work focuses on classification and interpretation of features derived from the phonocardiographic (PCG) signal by using advanced signal processing techniques. READ MORE
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2. Processing of the Phonocardiographic Signal : methods for the intelligent stethoscope
Abstract : Phonocardiographic signals contain bioacoustic information reflecting the operation of the heart. Normally there are two heart sounds, and additional sounds indicate disease. If a third heart sound is present it could be a sign of heart failure whereas a murmur indicates defective valves or an orifice in the septal wall. READ MORE
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3. Routine procedures in the care of the full-term newborn
Abstract : This thesis presents four studies on routine procedures used in the care of the full-term newborn. The overall aim of the thesis was to study the effects of these routines and endeavour to find ways to improve them.Study I, an observational study, included 28 healthy newborns, assessing pain during neonatal hip examination. READ MORE
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4. DIGITAL ANALYSIS OF CARDIAC ACOUSTIC SIGNALS IN CHILDREN
Abstract : DIGITAL ANALYSIS OF CARDIAC ACOUSTIC SIGNALS IN CHILDREN Milad El-Segaier, MD Division of Paediatric Cardiology, Department of Paediatrics, Lund University Hospital, Lund, Sweden SUMMARY Despite tremendous development in cardiac imaging, use of the stethoscope and cardiac auscultation remains the primary diagnostic tool in evaluation of cardiac pathology. With the advent of miniaturized and powerful technology for data acquisition, display and digital signal processing, the possibilities for detecting cardiac pathology by signal analysis have increased. READ MORE
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5. Oral health care in nursing. Attitudes, priorities and education
Abstract : The number of functionally dependent elderly with natural teeth is increasing. Daily oral health care for those living at nursing facilities is expected to be performed by the nursing staff but has been reported as unsatisfactory. This thesis focuses on the nursing staff's views on oral health care. READ MORE