Search for dissertations about: "bacterial collagen- and fibronectin-binding"

Found 5 swedish dissertations containing the words bacterial collagen- and fibronectin-binding.

2. 1. Studies on fibronectin binding proteins, proteases, and virulence in Staphylococcus aureus

   Author : Patricia Saravia Otten; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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   Abstract : Staphylococcus aureus produces several surface proteins, many of which bind specifically to different host extracellular matrix (ECM) proteins and plasma proteins, such as fibronectin, collagen and fibrinogen. Two highly homologous fibronectin binding proteins (FnBPA and FnBPB), enconded by fnbA and fnbB, have been characterized. READ MORE

4. 2. Intra- and Extracellular Modulation of Integrin-directed Connective Tissue Cell Contraction

   Author : Tijs van Wieringen; Kristofer Rubin; Anders Arner; Uppsala universitet; []
   Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; Interstitial fluid pressure; PDGF-BB; bacterial proteins; αVβ3 integrin; cytoskeleton; Biochemistry; Biokemi; biokemi; Biochemistry;

   Abstract : All blood vessels in the microvasculature are embedded in loose connective tissue, which regulates the transport of fluid to and from tissues. The intersti-tial fluid pressure (IFP) is one of the forces that control this transport. READ MORE

5. 3. Experimental implant-associated orthopaedic infections

   Author : Åke Johansson; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : Osteomyelitis; anaerobic bacteria; implant design and material; bacterial collagen- and fibronectin-binding;

   Abstract : Although indispensable in today's medicine, orthopaedic implants may also cause adverse reactions. A foreign body increases the local susceptibility to colonisation by microorganisms, and hence the risk of infections. These infections are rare, but many result in prolonged or permanent impairment. READ MORE

6. 4. Adherence of Staphylococcus aureus in experimental endocarditis and osteomyelitis

   Author : Stefan A Hienz; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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   Abstract : Staphylococcus aureus has persisted and is now resurging as an important hospital and community pathogen. The microorganism can cause a wide spectrum of diseases ranging from cutaneous infections to more specific infections such as osteomyelitis and infective endocarditis (IE). Infections of bone, or osteomyelitis, remain a clinical challenge. READ MORE

7. 5. Development of a vaccine against strangles

   Author : Margareta Flock; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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   Abstract : Strangles is an acute upper respiratory tract disease in the horse, which is characterized by purulent pharyngitis and lymphadenitis. It is caused by Streptococcus equi subsp. equi. The severe suffering and economical losses due to Streptococcus equi infections makes it one of the most important bacterial diseases in horses. READ MORE