Search for dissertations about: "invärtesmedicin Invärtesmedicin Neurologi"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 79 swedish dissertations containing the words invärtesmedicin Invärtesmedicin Neurologi.
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1. Metabolomics studies of ALS a multivariate search for clues about a devastating disease
University dissertation from Umeå : Umeå universityAbstract : Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Charcot’s disease, motor neuron disease (MND) and Lou Gehrig’s disease, is a deadly, adult-onset neurodegenerative disorder characterized by progressive loss of upper and lower motor neurons, resulting in evolving paresis of the linked muscles. ALS is defined by classical features of the disease, but may present as a wide spectrum of phenotypes. READ MORE
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2. Search for Biomarkers in ALS and Parkinson's Disease Positron Emission Tomography and Cerebrospinal Fluid Studies
University dissertation from Uppsala : Acta Universitatis UpsaliensisAbstract : New biomarkers are needed to improve knowledge about pathophysiology, in order to provide earlier correct diagnosis and to follow disease progression of the neurodegenerative diseases amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and Parkinson's disease (PD). The aim of this thesis was to find new biomarkers for these diseases. READ MORE
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3. Spasticity after first-ever stroke
University dissertation from Uppsala : Acta Universitatis UpsaliensisAbstract : The prevalence of spasticity after first-ever stroke is approximately 20%, but there are no data on the prevalence of disabling spasticity.The reported prevalence of pain after stroke varies between 19% and 74%, whether pain is associated with spasticity is not known. READ MORE
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4. Pharmacotherapy for Parkinson's Disease - Observations and Innovations
University dissertation from Uppsala : Acta Universitatis UpsaliensisAbstract : Pharmacotherapy for Parkinson’s disease (PD) is based on levodopa, the most effective dopaminergic drug. The development of motor complications constitutes the major challenge for new or refined therapies. READ MORE
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5. In Search of Prognostic Factors in Grade 2 Gliomas
University dissertation from Uppsala : Acta Universitatis UpsaliensisAbstract : Grade 2 gliomas are malignant brain tumours affecting otherwise healthy adults. Although the long-term prognosis is poor, many patients are well and may have a high quality of life for several years. READ MORE
