Search for dissertations about: "liver transplantation"
Showing result 11 - 15 of 131 swedish dissertations containing the words liver transplantation.
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11. Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumors : Surgical Treatment and Follow-up
Abstract : Pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors (Pan-NET), are rare, heterogenous and derive from the hormone producing cells in the pancreas. The functioning tumors that overproduce hormones cause clinical syndromes with specific symptoms due to the hormonal production. READ MORE
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12. Haemodynamic management in liver surgery
Abstract : Background: Liver resection surgery is a potentially curative treatment for liver tumours. The liver is a highly vascular organ, and substantial intra-operative blood loss is common. Increased blood loss negatively impacts both postoperative outcome and long-term survival. READ MORE
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13. Health related quality of life and coping in liver transplant recipients
Abstract : Health related quality of life (HRQOL) and coping after liver transplantation (LTX) is the result from different factors, which are not clearly defined.Aim: The aim of this thesis was to explore health related quality of life, coping style and coping strategies before as well as after liver transplantation. READ MORE
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14. Experimental models with specific approaches to augment human fetal liver cell engraftment
Abstract : Experimental models with specific approaches to augment human fetal liver cell engraftment Pradeep Patil Department of Surgery, Institute of Clinical Sciences, Sahlgrenska Academy at University of Gothenburg Background: Liver disease is a common cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Orthotopic liver transplantation has so far been the only available therapy for patients with end-stage liver failure. READ MORE
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15. Liver transplantation and the role of adjuvant therapy for advanced primary liver tumours
Abstract : Liver transplantation (LT) for unresectable locally advanced primary liver tumours (aPLT) is associated with an inferior survival compared to other established indications. As organ shortage in most regions is the major factor limiting the transplant rate, a careful selection of patients accepted for LT is necessary. READ MORE