Search for dissertations about: "health care inspection"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 6 swedish dissertations containing the words health care inspection.

  1. 1. The battleground of two Infections and a cancer: Human Papilloma Virus, premalignant lesions of the cervix and their interaction with Human Immunodeficiency Virus in southwestern Nigeria

    Author : Oliver Ezechi; Socialmedicin och global hälsa; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; antiretroviral drugs; Human papilloma virus; cervical cancer; HIV AIDS; pre-cancerous lesions; Nigeria;

    Abstract : Background: The highest numbers of HIV-infected women are in sub- Saharan Africa, where the natural progression of HIV disease in the absence of treatment results in death before the onset of invasive cervical cancer. With improved access to treatment, several studies outside West Africa demonstrated an increased risk of pre-invasive cervical lesions among HIV-infected women and the positive impact of treatment on the outcome. READ MORE

  2. 2. Overcoming the Barriers of Fine-Needle Aspiration

    Author : Filipe Marques; Niclas Roxhed; Heikki J. Nieminen; KTH; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Cysts; Cystic fluid; Pancreatic Cancer; Fine-needle Aspiration; Early diagnosis; Surgical instruments; Nitinol; Absorbable sutures; Loop brush; Cythopathology; Rapid on-site evaluation; Microfluidics; Electrical Engineering; Elektro- och systemteknik;

    Abstract : Cysts, closed sac-like structures filled with fluid or air, can form anywhere in the body. In the majority of cases, cysts are benign (not cancerous). However, these structures can also be precursors of cancer, pointing to the location where cancer can originate. READ MORE

  3. 3. Clinical and methodological aspects on perineal laceration diagnostics at childbirth

    Author : Sofia Pihl; Marie Blomberg; Eva Uustal Fornell; Siw Carlfjord; Pepe Salvesen; Linköpings universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES;

    Abstract : Background: Obstetric perineal lacerations are common after vaginal birth. The degree of obstetric perineal laceration is defined by the extent of tissue involved in the laceration. When a perineal laceration has occurred after vaginal delivery, the examination for correct diagnostics is essential before primary suturing. READ MORE

  4. 4. Early cervical lesions detected by visual inspection : viral factors, management and follow-up

    Author : Twaha Serunjogi Mutyaba; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
    Keywords : Cervical cancer; viral factors; visual inspection; uptake; follow up; Uganda;

    Abstract : Currently 80% of cervical cancer cases worldwide arise in low income countries. In Uganda, the age standardized incidence rate of cervical cancer is estimated at 40.7 per 100,000 women. Public health policies, logistical, socio-political-cultural factors and other inequities limit the delivery of services for cervical cancer prevention. READ MORE

  5. 5. Life changing moments : transitions and critical points in young-onset dementia

    Author : Malin Aspö; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : Background: Persons who are diagnosed with dementia before the age of 65 are commonly referred to as persons with young-onset dementia (YOD). Younger persons and their families have different needs from those in older persons with dementia. However, previous research has identified a lack of support services addressing these specific needs. READ MORE