Search for dissertations about: "female reproductive tract infections"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 7 swedish dissertations containing the words female reproductive tract infections.

2. 1. Host epithelium integrity in the female reproductive tract during Neisseria gonorrhoeae infection

   Author : Linda Weyler; Helena Aro; Lene Rasmussen; Stockholms universitet; []
   Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; Female reproductive tract; Neisseria gonorrhoeae; VK2 E6E7 cells; DNA damage; cell cycle; mitosis; restriction endonucleases; infection models; molekylär biovetenskap; Molecular Bioscience;

   Abstract : Neisseria gonorrhoeae infections are asymptomatic in approximately fifty percent of the affected women. Left untreated, this can develop into a long-term inflammatory state with detrimental secondary complications such as ectopic pregnancy and sterility. Furthermore, studies have shown that N. READ MORE

4. 2. Sexually transmitted infections and other reproductive tract infections in rural Vietnam : current situation, management and implications for control

   Author : Pham Thi Lan; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : Sexually transmitted infections; reproductive tract infections; prevalence; knowledge; perception; attitude; health-seeking pattern; community; healthcare provider; rural; Vietnam;

   Abstract : Background: Sexually transmitted infections (STI) and other reproductive tract infections (RTI) constitute a huge health and economic burden in low-income countries. The infections may result in severe sequelae, particularly in women, and facilitate HIV acquisition and transmission. READ MORE

5. 3. Studies on female genital tract infections and the role of nitric oxide in diagnosis

   Author : Angelos Sioutas; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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   Abstract : Female genital tract infections are among the most common conditions causing individuals to seek medical care, and are associated with a high gynaecologic and reproductive morbidity. Thus, prompt and precise diagnosis of genital tract infections is essential to institute effective therapy and prevent sequelae. READ MORE

6. 4. Development of novel immunization approaches to generate immunity in the female genital tract with special reference to genital herpes

   Author : Sara Tengvall; Göteborgs universitet; []
   Keywords : female genital tract immunity; genital herpes; mucosal adjuvant; TLR; MyD88; CpG ODN;

   Abstract : Development of mucosal vaccines for inducing immunity in the female reproductive tract would have profound implications for the prevention of sexually transmitted diseases. Despite numerous efforts, no such vaccines are currently available for human use. READ MORE

7. 5. Female and male infertility in Nigeria : studies on the epidemiology of infertility in Nigeria with special reference to the role of genital tract infections and sexual and reproductive risk factors

   Author : Friday Ebodaghe Okonofua; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : Infertility; childlessness; genital infection; risk factors; serology; Nigeria;

   Abstract : Background: Infertility is a major public health problem in Nigeria, contributing to inappropriate contraceptive behavior and poor sexual and reproductive health of women. To date, there is a paucity of scientific information relating to the factors that place men and women at risk of infertility in this population. READ MORE