Search for dissertations about: "stoma"

Showing result 21 - 25 of 41 swedish dissertations containing the word stoma.

  2. 21. Surgery and anorectal function in Crohn's colitis

    Author : Peter Andersson; Torgny Svenberg; Linköpings universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICINE; MEDICIN;

    Abstract : The study concerns surgery in Crohn's disease, particularly Crohn's colitis, its relation to medical treatment, symptomatic load, perceived health, quality of life, outcome on anorectal function and also anorectal physiologic conditions.Four hundred and thirty-two patients treated at the University Hospital, Linköping from 1970 to 1997 were included in the study. READ MORE

  4. 22. Aspects of locally advanced colon cancer

    Author : Emma Rosander; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
    Keywords : ;

    Abstract : In Sweden, nearly 5000 patients are diagnosed with colon cancer annually and about 20% of these patients have a locally advanced tumor at the time of diagnosis. These tumors are challenging for both surgeons and oncologists and a multimodal treatment strategy is necessary to offer cure. READ MORE

  5. 23. Rectal cancer : Aspects of post-operative complications

    Author : Ingvar Sverrisson; Kennet Smedh; Maziar Nikberg; Abbas Chabok; Anna Martling; Uppsala universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Rectal cancer; Complications; Anastomotic leakage; Abscess; Parastomal hernia; Prostate cancer; Radiation therapy; Surgery; Kirurgi;

    Abstract : Aim: The overall aim of this thesis was to study post-operative complications in patients with rectal cancer.Methods: Post-operative complications in patients operated for rectal cancer was retrospectively analyzed in three prospective registers; the local rectal cancer registry in the Västmanland County, Sweden, the Swedish Colorectal Cancer Registry (SCRCR) and the National Prostate Cancer Registry (NPCR). READ MORE

  6. 24. Emergent colon cancer and postoperative complications - risks and management

    Author : Örvar Arnarson; Kirurgi; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Colorectal cancer; postoperative complications; bridge to surgery; emergency surgery; surgical specialization; Cancer registry;

    Abstract : Background:Colorectal cancer in the third most diagnosed cancer in Sweden and the second most common cause of cancer-related death in Sweden and worldwide. 10-30% of the cases present as emergencies, of which 80% are caused by large bowel obstruction (LBO). READ MORE

  7. 25. Laparoscopic Lavage - A Paradigm Shift for the Treatment of Perforated Diverticulitis with Purulent Peritonitis?

    Author : Anders Thornell; Göteborgs universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; diverticulitis; acute; Hartmann; laparoscopy; lavage;

    Abstract : Introduction: Perforated diverticulitis of the colon is a condition that sometimes requires surgical treatment. Traditionally Hartmann’s procedure is the recommended treatment. Laparoscopic lavage has lately evoked interest as a definite treatment for perforated diverticulitis with purulent peritonitis. READ MORE