Search for dissertations about: "longterm follow-up"

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  2. 11. Rectal cancer survivorship : work loss and long-term morbidity

    Author : Lingjing Chen; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : In the last few decades, due to early detection and advances in treatments, rectal cancer survival has been improved significantly. Meanwhile, rectal cancer survivors and health practitioners are facing more challenges arising from the disease, in terms of survivors’ longterm morbidity and work ability. READ MORE

  4. 12. Preoperative staging and radiotherapy in rectal cancer surgery

    Author : Johan Pollack; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
    Keywords : Rectal cancer; radiotherapy; adverse effects; endorectal ultrasound; anorectal manometry; endoanal ultrasound; quality of life; anal incontinence; preoperative staging;

    Abstract : Background: Rectal cancer affects approximately 2 000 people in Sweden every year. The overall survival rate is approximately 50% after five years. During the last decades the survival has increased and the local recurrence rate has declined. This can be attributed to improved surgical techniques and introduction of preoperative radiotherapy. READ MORE

  5. 13. Psychiatric aspects on acute abdominal pain

    Author : Erik Lexne; Ina Marteinsdottir; Lars Brudin; Per-Olof Nylander; Lars Tanum; Linnéuniversitetet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Medicin; Medicine;

    Abstract : Introduction: Psychiatric comorbidity is estimated to occur in up to 40% of all patients with somatic disorders, and it can have an influence on patient morbidity and mortality. Approximately 20% of patients who seek care for abdominal pain receive the diagnosis nonspecific abdominal pain, and later develop chronic abdominal pain. READ MORE

  6. 14. Impact of commonly prescribed drugs on the risk of colorectal cancer

    Author : Qing Liu; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : Colorectal cancer (CRC) stands as the fourth most prevalent cancer worldwide and the third most common in Sweden. Characterized by a protracted progression stage and insidious onset, CRC poses a considerable challenge for early detection. READ MORE

  7. 15. Character, symptoms and relationship patterns before and after psychoanalytic psychotherapy

    Author : Alexander Wilczek; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : Background: In psychoanalytic theory, character is conceived as a regulating structure intended for life-long adaptation between inner needs and outer reality. If this adaptation fails, symptoms and dysfunctional relationship patterns might emerge, thus, implying a close association between symptoms, relationship patterns and underlying character. READ MORE