Search for dissertations about: "thesis on elderly epidemiology"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 120 swedish dissertations containing the words thesis on elderly epidemiology.
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1. Axis Fractures in Elderly : Epidemiology and Treatment related outcome
Abstract : Background: Axis fractures are a common injury in the elderly population. Treatment is often complicated due to osteoporosis and patient comorbidity. Knowledge of the incidence of these fractures, as well as their treatment, outcome and mortality rate, will improve knowledge and decision-making processes for this fragile group of patients. READ MORE
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2. On gastrointestinal viral infections
Abstract : Gastrointestinal viral infections cause considerable morbidity and mortality worldwide. Many factors influencing clinical presentation, disease severity, epidemiology, and transmission are not fully understood. READ MORE
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3. Blood pressure in advanced age : with focus on epidemiology, cognitive impairment and mortality
Abstract : The general conception is that blood pressure increases with age, but that diastolic blood pressure (DBP) starts decreasing in the elderly. There are, however, indications that systolic blood pressure (SBP) might also decline in advanced age, but further studies are needed to establish whether this is true. READ MORE
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4. Fall-Related Injuries Amongst Elderly in Sweden : Still an Emerging Risk?
Abstract : In Sweden, injuries due to falls are the most common cause of injury-related hospitalization and injury-related death amongst elderly. Also, during the 20th century, increasing trends in fall-related injuries have been observed in many high-income countries. READ MORE
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5. On Carbohydrate Intake and Dental Status in the Elderly
Abstract : People?s dental status has the potential to affect dietary intake and, at the same time, diet may affect the health of the dentition. To study the associations, the elderly appear to be an appropriate group and carbohydrates the appropriate nutrients. READ MORE