Search for dissertations about: "patient-reported outcome measures"

Showing result 6 - 10 of 92 swedish dissertations containing the words patient-reported outcome measures.

  2. 6. Measurement of outcome in lumbar spine surgery : Validity and interpretability of frequently used outcome measures in the Swespine register

    Author : Catharina Parai; Göteborgs universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; spine register; disc herniation; spinal stenosis; degenerative disc disorder; patient-reported outcome measure; Global Assessment; minimal important change; smallest detectable change; retest reliability; non-response to follow-up; attrition; measurement of change;

    Abstract : BACKGROUND. The purpose of elective lumbar spine surgery is mainly to reduce pain and to improve physical function and quality of life. The quality and results of the interventions are monitored in the Swedish spine register, Swespine. READ MORE

  4. 7. Distal radius fractures AO type C : A clinical and radiographic investigation

    Author : Eva Lundqvist; Per Wretenberg; Marcus Sagerfors; Per Fischer; Magnus Tägil; Örebro universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Distal radius fracture; patient-reported outcome measures; functional outcome; radiographic outcome; plating; volar locking plate; combined plating; surgical treatment; post-traumatic arthritis; wrist;

    Abstract : The function of the hand is of substantial importance, and injuries have an impact on daily life. Distal radius fracture (DRF) is the most common fracture among adults. The annual incidence is 26 per 10,000 inhabitants, and the incidence is increasing because of an aging population. READ MORE

  5. 8. Fractures of the distal radius : radiological measurements and clinical outcome

    Author : Viktor Schmidt; Sebastian Mukka; Mats Wadsten; Arkan Sayed-Noor; Maria Wilcke; Umeå universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Radius; distal radius fracture; fracture; orthopedics; radiology; outcome; clinical outcome; Radius; distal radius fraktur; fraktur; ortopedi; radiologi; utfall; kliniskt utfall; Orthopaedics; ortopedi;

    Abstract : The most common fracture is the distal radius fracture (DRF). Wrist function is of importance for the ability to perform activities of daily living, work-related tasks and leisure activities. Treatment generally focuses on restoring anatomical alignment and providing adequate rehabilitation. READ MORE

  6. 9. Long-term outcome after burn : Pruritus, pain, personality and perceived health

    Author : Emelie Gauffin; Caisa Öster; Lisa Ekselius; Jyrki Vuola; Uppsala universitet; []
    Keywords : Burns; Pruritus; Pain; Personality; Quality of Life; Health Status; Wounds and injuries; Patient Reported Outcome Measures; Rehabilitation; Psychiatry; Psykiatri; Kirurgi; Surgery;

    Abstract : This thesis investigated the role of burn-specific and individual-related factors for long-term outcome after burn with emphasis on pruritus, pain, personality and perceived health.Consecutive adult patients, admitted to the Uppsala University Burn Center between 2000 and 2009, were included. READ MORE

  7. 10. Total hip replacement in immigrants and Swedish patients. Evaluation of preoperative care, socioeconomic background, patient-reported outcomes and risk of reoperation

    Author : Ferid Krupic; Göteborgs universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Swedish Hip Arthroplasty Register; total hip arthroplasty; immigrants; patient-reported outcome measurement; health-related quality of life; EQ-5D; mental health.;

    Abstract : Surgery involving Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA) aims to reduce pain, and improve mobility, function and quality of life in patients with osteoarthritis, when non-surgical treatment has failed. Despite good or excellent results in the majority of patients, some of them are dissatisfied. This variability in outcome may depend on several factors. READ MORE