Search for dissertations about: "on lumbar canal"

Found 4 swedish dissertations containing the words on lumbar canal.

  2. 1. On Surgery for Lumbar Spinal Stenosis

    Author : Peter Försth; Bengt Sandén; Helena Brisby; Uppsala universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; spinal stenosis; decompression; fusion; degenerative spondylolisthesis; Orthopaedics; Ortopedi; Neurosurgery; Neurokirurgi;

    Abstract : The incidence of lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS) is steadily rising, mostly because of a noticeably older age structure. In Sweden, LSS surgery has increased continuously over the years and is presently the most common argument to undergo spine surgery. The purpose of the surgery is to decompress the neural elements in the stenotic spinal canal. READ MORE

  4. 2. Lumbar disc herniation. Clinical outcome and segmental stability using a new radiological classification and radiostereometry

    Author : Klas Halldin; Göteborgs universitet; []
    Keywords : lumbar disc herniation; discectomy; radiostereometry; segmental stability; instability; surgical outcome; radiological classification;

    Abstract : Satisfactory results following conventional lumbar discectomy have been reported in 70-90% of cases. Remaining or recurrent low back pain or sciatica is, however, seen in many patients for reasons not yet fully understood. A relationship has previously been shown between the morphologic characteristics, i.e. READ MORE

  5. 3. Pediatric caudal anesthesia with reference to spread and intracranial effects

    Author : Paul Castillo; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : Background: Caudal anesthesia is, since 1933, the most common regional anesthetic technique used in children and has hitherto been described as a safe and straightforward method. Recent research has shown that a high-dose (1. READ MORE

  6. 4. Spinal column and hip joint changes, and their correlation to back pain in young athletes - Radiological and Clinical Studies

    Author : Wisam Witwit; Göteborgs universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Sports Medicine;

    Abstract : Background: Young athletes are at increasing risk for spinal column injuries and back pain due to excessive sporting activities, with potential development of complications like spinal canal stenosis and chronic back pain later in life. Increased knowledge is necessary in order to make the correct diagnosis and to be able to adapt the appropriate preventive measures, rehabilitation programs, and treatments accordingly. READ MORE