Search for dissertations about: "over-weight"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 10 swedish dissertations containing the word over-weight.

2. 1. Metabolic Aspects in the Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

   Author : Åsa Maria Lindholm; Inger Sundström Porormaa; Mari Bixo; Mats Eliasson; Jan Brynhildsen; Uppsala universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; PCOS; prevalence; fibrinolysis; inflammatory markers; over weight; Obstetrics and gynaecology; Obstetrik och gynekologi; Obstetrik och gynekologi; Obstetrics and Gynaecology;

   Abstract : Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common endocrine disorders among women of childbearing age and is associated with a number of metabolic disturbances. It has been hypothesised these women carry an increased risk of developing cardiovascular diseases (CVD) with advancing age. READ MORE

4. 2. Role of membrane associated molecules in liver fibrosis

   Author : Peter Rosenberg; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : Adhesion molecules; liver fibrosis; cholestasis; R-cadherin; N-CAM; EBP50; CFTR; cystic fibrosis; methotrexate; diabetes; over-weight; alcohol;

   Abstract : The aim of the study was to evaluate the role of membrane associated proteins in tissue formation and remodeling, in normal embryogenesis and in liver disease. Molecules associated with cellular membranes provide a fundamental basis for cellular interactions during development, homeostasis and disease. READ MORE

5. 3. Effects of lifestyle intervention in overweight women with polycystic ovary syndrome : aspects on reproduction, metabolism, psychological well-being and sleep

   Author : Emma Öberg; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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   Abstract : Lifestyle intervention is the first line treatment for many symptoms in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). However, the efficacy of this treatment in comparison to minimal intervention for improving aspects such menstrual function is still unclear. READ MORE

6. 4. Eating Disorders - Aspects of Treatment and Outcome

   Author : Agneta Rosling; Ingemar Swenne; Elisabet Wentz; Uppsala universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Anorexia Nervosa; Eating Disorders; Mortality; Standard Mortality Ratio; Adolescent; Family-Based Treatment; Out-patient; Olanzapine; Omega-3; Child and Youth Psychiatry; Barn- och ungdomspsykiatri;

   Abstract : Eating disorders (ED) usually develop during adolescence, and intervention to stop further weight loss is believed to improve outcome and long-term prognosis. Adolescents with ED who do not receive effective treatment risk poor outcome and even untimely death as adults. READ MORE

7. 5. Socioeconomic aspects of lifestyle and women's health: a primary care and population perspective

   Author : Maria Waller; Göteborgs universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Socioeconomic position; childhood obesity; lifestyle; primary health care; motivation for change; women; physical activity; well-being; mental stress;

   Abstract : Aims: To estimate growth characteristics and socioeconomic factors in relation to over-weight/obesity among 4-year-old children. To explore whether a primary care lifestyle programme reached and engaged socioeconomically vulnerable groups to the same extent as higher socioeconomic groups. READ MORE