Search for dissertations about: "reproductive function"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 174 swedish dissertations containing the words reproductive function.
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1. Genetic, environmental and life-style effects on androgen receptor function
Abstract : Androgens regulate male reproductive function and their effects are mediated through the androgen receptor (AR). The AR gene contains a polymorphic CAG repeat, encoding a stretch of glutamines, affecting the transcriptional activity of the AR. READ MORE
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2. The impact of genetic, environmental and life-style factors on male reproductive function
Abstract : Recent studies have indicated a decline in sperm number in the western world during the past 50 years, sperm concentration changing from 113 to 66 millions per mL. Furthermore, significant geographical differences in male reproductive function have been observed. READ MORE
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3. Reproductive function in male childhood cancer survivors
Abstract : Childhood cancer (CC) survival rate has increased over the last couple of decades, today approaching 80%. Therefore more attention has been paid to late effects. One important issue for CC survivors (CCS) is impaired reproductive function. READ MORE
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4. Reproductive and Metabolic Consequences of the Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Abstract : Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a complex clinical condition characterized by hyperandrogenism and chronic oligo/anovulation. Infrequent ovulation and metabolic alterations in women with PCOS are associated with subfertility and probably increased miscarriage rates compared with normal fertile women. READ MORE
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5. Fetal Cardiac Function and Venous Circulation - Experiences with Velocity Vector Imaging
Abstract : Placental dysfunction resulting in intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR) is a common complication of pregnany and severe IUGR, with ensuing fetal hypoxia is an important cause of perinatal mortality and morbidity. Doppler studies of fetal and maternal vessels are routinely used for fetal surveillance and alterations in fetal venous blood flow has been demonstrated as a late sign of fetal compromise. READ MORE