Browsing Doctoral Theses / Doktorsavhandlingar Institutionen för kliniska vetenskaper by Subject "Obesity"
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Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Determination of Human Body Composition. Methodological and Applied Studies
(2009-02-06)Background: Computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) provide important research opportunities due to their unique capability of characterizing and quantifying tissues and organs. Ionizing radiation is ... -
Different aspects of psoriasis etiology and treatment
(2012-05-14)Psoriasis is a chronic disease where treatments are often needed throughout life. The quality of life of patients is often affected and comorbidities are common. The overall aim of this thesis was to study treatment regimes, ... -
Obesity and Common Surgical Disorders, Effects on Incidence and Complications
(2011-04-14)Background: Overweight and obesity are becoming increasingly common, not only in the developed countries but also in developing countries. It is well documented that obesity increases the risk of several medical disorders; ... -
Roux-en-Y gastric bypass - clinical outcome and mechanisms of action
(2013-06-28)Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (gastric bypass) is an effective surgical technique for treating morbid obesity. The objective of this thesis is to increase knowledge of long-term outcomes of gastric bypass surgery and to elucidate ...