Search for dissertations about: "venous ulcer"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 10 swedish dissertations containing the words venous ulcer.
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1. Assessment of venous insufficiency in patients with chronic venous leg ulcers.Venous hemodynamics before and after surgery
Abstract : Venous insufficiency in the legs is a common disease, which may be complicated by chronic leg ulcers in 1% among the population. Venous ulcer duration is often long compared to other aetiologies and for the patient it involves long periods of pain, discomfort and reduced quality of life. READ MORE
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2. Leg ulcer management in primary care with special reference to pinch grafting
Abstract : Wound management in primary and community care was investigated throughout a period of 12 years within a well-defined population in one county in Southern Sweden. The estimated prevalence of chronic leg and foot ulcers was 0.19% in 1998 and the mean prevalence was 0.20% during the years 1994-1998. READ MORE
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3. Factors influencing physical activity in patients with venous leg ulcer
Abstract : Background and Aim: Venous leg ulcer is a chronic condition characterized by a cyclical pattern of healing and recurrence leading to pain, disability, inactivity and reduced health. Physical activity is beneficial for venous circulation and general health, but knowledge is needed of determinants of physical activity and of possibilities for patients with leg ulcer to be physically active. READ MORE
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4. Aspects on Chronic Venous Disease of the Lower Limb
Abstract : Controversies exist regarding both what is required for a proper diagnosis of chronic venous disease (CVD), and what treatment to offer patients. An objective evaluation is mandatory to individualize treatment. READ MORE
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5. Development of squamous cell carcinoma in venous ulcers
Abstract : Apart from numerous case reports, studies on the epidemiology and the outcome of malignant transformation in venous leg ulcers are scarce. Even the aetiology is unsettled, and the genetic effects of the chronic ulcer state only partly studied. READ MORE