Search for dissertations about: "echogenicity"

Showing result 16 - 20 of 21 swedish dissertations containing the word echogenicity.

  2. 16. Carotid stenosis: aspects on progression, stabilization and follow-up

    Author : Giuseppe Asciutto; Kardiovaskulär forskning - immunitet och ateroskleros; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; atherosclerosis; carotid plaque; echogenity; beta-blockers; inflammation; antibodies anti oxLDL;

    Abstract : Cardiovascular (CV) atherosclerotic diseases are the leading cause of death in Western nations. The presence of a carotid plaque, the degree of carotid stenosis as well as the rate of progression of carotid disease has been shown to be independent predictive factors for future ischemic events. READ MORE

  4. 17. Studies of atherosclerosis in systemic lupus erythematosus

    Author : Cristina Anania; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : The role of inflammation in the development of atherosclerosis is now accepted and a focus of many studies because of its complex mechanisms. The risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and atherosclerosis is reported to be increased in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), especially in the group of young women. READ MORE

  5. 18. Ultrasound Assessment and Vascular Mechanics in Takayasu Arteritis and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

    Author : Christina Svensson; Helene Zachrisson; Christopher Sjöwall; Per Eriksson; Andreas P. Diamantopoulos; Linköpings universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES;

    Abstract : Takayasu arteritis (TAK) and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) are inflammatory diseases that primarily affect young women. TAK is a rare vasculitis that affects the aorta and its main branches, whereas SLE is a chronic autoimmune disease that effects multiple organs. READ MORE

  6. 19. Strategies for infertility treatment in men with azoospermia

    Author : Göran Westlander; Göteborgs universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Azoospermia; delivery outcome; Doppler flow imaging; intracytoplasmic sperm injection; Klinefelter s syndrome; sperm retrieval; ultrasonography;

    Abstract : Introduction: Historically, treatment of severe male infertility has been restricted. With the introduction of intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), infertile men have been given new hope of achieving genetic fatherhood. READ MORE

  7. 20. Atherosclerosis in 64-year-old women with diabetes mellitus and impaired glucose tolerance

    Author : Gerhard Brohall; Göteborgs universitet; []
    Keywords : Systematic review; Atherosclerosis; Type-2 diabetes; IMT; Vascular remodelling; IGT;

    Abstract : Atherosclerosis in 64-year-old women with diabetes mellitus and impaired glucose tolerance The incidence of obesity and type-2 diabetes (t2D) is rising around the world. T2D is accompanied by an increased risk of macrovascular, atherosclerotic diseases. READ MORE