Search for dissertations about: "physiopathology"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 9 swedish dissertations containing the word physiopathology.
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1. Invasive haemophilus influenzae infection. Clinical, immunologic and pathogenic aspects
Abstract : Invasive Haemophilus influenzae (Hi) infection, predominantly manifested as acute meningitis and epiglottitis, is a serious disease with associated mortality and residual handicap. Prevention of the disease is possible by vaccination against Hi serotype b (Hib). READ MORE
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2. Pre- and postoperative evaluation of function and activity in patients with paralytic scoliosis
Abstract : This thesis evaluates surgical correction in patients with paralytic scoliosis with emphasis on function and activity. The thesis includes four studies of 100 consecutive patients preoperatively evaluated and surgically corrected between 1992 and 1996 at Linköping University Hospital. Eighteen different diagnoses were represented. READ MORE
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3. Muscle function in Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis : A two-year follow-up
Abstract : This is a study of muscle function in Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA). Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a disease that primarily affects the synovial membrane of joints. Muscle weakness, atrophy and pain occur in adult RA. This may be a consequence of joint pain, stiffness and immobility. READ MORE
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4. Stimulation of tendon repair by platelet concentrate, CDMP-2 and mechanical loading in animal models
Abstract : Growth factor delivery may be useful to accelerate the rate of tendon healing. We studied Platelet Concentrate, which in effect can be regarded as a cocktail of growth factors relevant for tendon healing. READ MORE
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5. Disease activity, function and costs in early rheumatoid arthritis
Abstract : Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a major cause of progressive joint damage and disability, and is associated with decline in quality of life, reduced ability to work and increased health care utilisation. The economic consequences of the disease are substantial for the individuals and their families and for the society as a whole. READ MORE