Search for dissertations about: "nasal obstruction"

Showing result 11 - 15 of 24 swedish dissertations containing the words nasal obstruction.

  2. 11. Evaluation of medical and/or surgical treatment of anosmia/hyposmia in association with inflammatory disease of the upper airway

    Author : Ebba Hedén Blomqvist; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
    Keywords : Nasal polyposis; olfaction; medical surgical treatment; corticosteroids; scoring; staging; endoscopy; symptoms; anosmia; hyposmia; olfactory threshold test butanol ; computed tomography; sinuses; well-being; clinical; evaluation;

    Abstract : Background: There is a lack of evidence-based, prospective studies in treatment of nasal polyposis. The correlations between symptoms, polyp scores and computed tomography (CT) scans have not been studied sufficiently. Little, if any, sense of smell is common in nasal inflammatory disease. READ MORE

  4. 12. Pregnancy rhinitis : pathophysiological effects of oestrogen and treatment with oral decongestants

    Author : Karin Toll; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : Pregnancy rhinitis, a common condition, is thought to affect about 20 % of pregnant women. This type of rhinitis may develop at any time during pregnancy and the nasal stuffiness usually disappears shortly after delivery. This condition is troublesome and can interfere with sleep, induce tiredness and dryness of the mouth. READ MORE

  5. 13. Non-infectious rhinitis. Epidemiology and clinic

    Author : Johan Hellgren; Göteborgs universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Non-infectious rhinitis; Paper dust; Asthma; Quality of life; Acoustic rhinometry;

    Abstract : We have assessed self-reported rhinitis in the absence of common cold, called "Non-infectious rhinitis", (NIR). The occurrence of NIR was investigated in a population sample of 2,044 individuals, aged 21-51, in an industrialised county in Sweden who answered a questionnaire relating to NIR and occupational exposure to potential irritants and sensitisers. READ MORE

  6. 14. Humming, nitric oxide and paranasal sinus ventilation

    Author : Mauro Maniscalco; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : The paranasal sinuses are air-filled bony cavities surrounding the nose. They communicate with the nose via the sinus ostia through which fluid and gases pass in both directions. A proper ventilation is crucial for sinus integrity and blockage of the ostia is a major risk factor for development of sinusitis. READ MORE

  7. 15. Paediatric sleep-disordered breathing - diagnostics and treatment

    Author : Gunnhildur Gudnadottir; Göteborgs universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Sleep-disordered breathing; Children; Tonsillectomy; Tonsillotomy; Absenteeism; Intranasal steroid treatment; Respiratory polygraphy; RIP flow;

    Abstract : Sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) in children causes multiple health problems and diminished quality of life. It is usually caused by tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy and is traditionally treated with adenotonsillar surgery. READ MORE