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2. 6. Neutrophil Chemotaxis and Respiratory Burst in Term and Preterm Newborn Infants

   Author : Maria Stålhammar; Richard Sindelar; Jens Schollin; Uppsala universitet; []
   Keywords : innate immunity; neutrophil; term newborn infants; preterm newborn infants; chemotaxis; respiratory burst; reactive oxygen species; cell surface receptor; IL-8; bacterial N-formyl peptide;

   Abstract : Neutrophil activation is the most important initial immune defense against invading microbes in newborn infants. The reduced neutrophil migration and uncontrolled regulation of reactive oxygen species (ROS) production observed in neonates, could result in a diminished infectious response or in tissue damage. READ MORE

4. 7. The Newborn Infant, capable and vulnerable : An interactional perspective

   Author : Cristina Lundqvist; Institutionen för psykologi; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; attachment; breastfeeding; preterm infant; gender; infant development; screening instrument; Nicu; automatic analysis; Newborn infant; non-nutritive sucking; follow up; infant health; Psychology; Psykologi;

   Abstract : The overall aim of this work was to increase our knowledge of newborn infants and their mothers, gain a better understanding of attachment and the infants' development and identify infants at risk for poorer emotional, social and cognitive development. An interdisciplinary approach was used. Six studies are included in the thesis. READ MORE

5. 8. Developmental regulation of smooth muscle contraction in the urinary bladder

   Author : Mari Ekman; Cellulär biomekanik; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; newborn; Rho-kinase; cellular signaling; muscarinic receptors; calcium sensitivity; protein kinase C; non-muscle myosin; myosin light chain phosphatase;

   Abstract : Smooth muscle cells in the urinary bladder are involved in the control of urine filling and emptying. We have used mice to study the contractile regulation of urinary bladder smooth muscle during the fetal period. READ MORE

6. 9. Seeking referral care for newborns in eastern Uganda : community health workers’ role, caretakers’ compliance and provision of care

   Author : Christine Nalwadda Kayemba; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : Newborn;

   Abstract : Background: Newborn deaths contribute 44% of all under-five deaths. Community health worker (CHW) during home-visits may identify and refer newborns to health facilities for postnatal care and treatment of danger signs. READ MORE

7. 10. CD64 (FcγRI) Expression on Neutrophil Granulocytes : A Diagnostic Marker of Acute Bacterial Infections

   Author : Gustav Fjaertoft; Tony Foucard; Per Venge; Stelllan Håkansson; Uppsala universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Pediatrics; CD64; FcγRI; Neutrophil; Infection; Newborn; Neonate; Pediatrik; Paediatric medicine; Pediatrisk medicin;

   Abstract : Background. Newborn infants, especially preterm infants, have an increased susceptibility to serious and overwhelming bacterial as well as fungal infections. Symptoms of septicaemia in especially the very preterm neonates are vague and unspecific. READ MORE