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Factor V Leiden mutation and pregnancy. Haemostasis during pregnancy in non-carriers and carriers of factor V Leiden mutation, with special emphasis on placenta-mediated and venous thromboembolic complications and on blood coagulation and fibrinolysis markers for prediction of complications
(2009-10-12)Factor V Leiden (FVL) mutation elevates the risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE) in general. During pregnancy, the haemostatic balance is changed in the direction of hypercoagulability, resulting in an increased incidence ... -
Factors influencing women´s choice of contraception
(2011-05-26)Abstract Factors influencing women’s choice of contraception Ingela Lindh, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Sahlgrenska Academy at the University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg Sweden Aims: To describe contraceptive ... -
Fast-track programs in total hip and knee replacement at Swedish hospitals - influences on safety, outcome and patients' experiences
(2020-04-14)ABSTRACT Background Fast-track is a care concept that aims to enhance recovery after surgery, resulting in shortened perioperative hospital stay. By using evidence-based methods in preparation and perioperative care ... -
Femoral shaft fractures in children and adolescents; stability, residual deformity and recovery of physical function
(2023-12-14)Femoral shaft fracture is the most common injury requiring hospital admission among children. The limited number of studies makes it challenging to provide accurate prognosis for recovery after femoral shaft fractures in ... -
Femoroacetabular Impingement Syndrome - Outcomes of Arthroscopic Hip Surgery
(2020-03-27)Hip and groin problems are common among young, active individuals. Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) syndrome is an important cause of hip pain and reduced hip function among these patients. Bony abnormalities at the ... -
Femoroacetabular impingement syndrome. Trends and outcomes after arthroscopic treatment in the general and athlete population
(2021-08-18)Femoroacetabular impingement syndrome (FAIS) is a common cause of hip pain in the young and athletic population. The diagnosis - FAIS - is based on a triad of symptoms, clinical evaluation and radiographic signs. The ... -
Femoroacetabular Impingement: The Pursuit of Evidence
(2017-10-20)Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI) is an important cause of hip pain in the young adult. It is the result of abnormal contact between the femoral head and neck junction and the acetabular rim. Although FAI has only recently ... -
Fetma och övervikt i barndomen - tidig identifiering av riskfaktorer
(2013-12-20)Background: The incidence of childhood obesity is increasing. Many children become obese during preschool years and stay obese, with lifelong health consequences, such as impaired insulin sensitivity. There is growing ... -
Folates in the treatment of colorectal cancer
(2015-05-11)ABSTRACT Folates in the Treatment of Colorectal Cancer Department of Surgery Institute of Clinical Sciences at Sahlgrenska Academy University of Gothenburg Helena Taflin Background: Colorectal cancer is one of the most ... -
Formation and repair of complex DNA damage induced by ionizing radiation
(2013-04-23)DNA is the critical target when cells are exposed to ionizing radiation, a potent stressor with capacity to produce complex DNA damages, thereby increasing the risk of cancer. DNA and associated histones form chromatin, ... -
Förbättrad radionuklidterapi av neuroblastom
(2023-04-26)Today, about half of the children diagnosed with high-risk neuroblastoma (HR-NB) survive due to considerable treatment improvements during the last decades. However, there is still much to be done for the other half who ... -
Functional outcome and experiences concerning daily life after malunion of the distal radius and corrective osteotomy
(2020-11-25)BACKGROUND. Distal radius fractures are common injuries that occur at all ages. The commonest complication is that the fracture heals in malunion. This can negatively affect function and the ability to perform activities. ... -
Functional residual capacity – development of new monitoring techniques for critically ill patients
(2010-08-12)Functional residual capacity (FRC) and end-expiratory lung volume (EELV) are important parameters for respiratory monitoring in critically ill adult and paediatric patients. Until now we have lacked clinically useful methods ... -
Gait and motion analysis of hip arthroplasty. Validity, reliability and longterm results
(2017-11-17)Introduction: Walking is one of the most fundamental activities of daily living in humans, when the hip joints transfer power between the lower extremities and the pelvis. Hip osteoarthritis (OA) will more or less influence ... -
Gallstone-related symptoms and quality-of-life in patients undergoing gallstone surgery - The Gothenburg Gallstone Questionnaire (GGQ24)
(2022-04-28)Background: Patients with symptomatic gallstone disease can present with years of intermittent suffering or acute complicated disease. The only definitive cure is surgery. Registering both surgical and patient reported ... -
Generalized Joint Hypermobility and Specific Knee Laxity: Aspects of influence on the Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injured Knee
(2019-08-19)Injury to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the most serious sports-related injuries, with significant short- and long-term morbidity. Generalized joint hypermobility (GJH) and specific knee laxity are factors ... -
Genetic Analyses of Tumor Progression in Colorectal Cancer
(2009-05-20)Colorectal tumors are responsible for more than 600 000 deaths per year worldwide and thereby constitute the second most common cause of cancer related mortality. Early detection is related to improved prognosis and ... -
Genetic factors affecting pregnancy duration in humans
(2018-11-01)This thesis investigates the mechanisms behind human pregnancy duration. Too short gestation is a direct cause of perinatal, neonatal, and infant mortality. Deviation from normal pregnancy length is also associated with a ... -
Genetic Studies of Familial Vesicoureteral Reflux
(2018-08-31)Vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) is a common congenital anomaly with a high risk of recurrent urinary tract infections (UTI) and, as a consequence, scarring of the renal parenchyma. Additionally, high-grade reflux is often ... -
Genotypic and phenotypic spectrum of mitochondrial diseases with focus on early onset mitochondrial encephalopathies
(2014-10-07)Early-onset mitochondrial encephalopathies comprise a challenging group of neurodegenerative disorders. This is due to their progressive nature, often leading to major disability and premature death, as well as their ...