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Applications of telemedicine in dentistry. Review of literature
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2013-08-14)The aim of this study was to review the different papers and articles that discuss applications of telemedicine in the dental field. This study is qualitative narrative review of literature Research of teledentistry ... -
Changes in bone mineral density over time in patients with self-reported chronic diseases: The Tromsø Study
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2014-08-17)Objective: To examine the total hip (TH) and femoral neck (FN) bone loss in women and men above 50 years of age with self-reported chronic diseases. Methods: Using data from ‘The Tromsø Study’, men and women aged 50-74 ... -
Risk in homeopathy: Classification of adverse events and homeopathic aggravations – A cross sectional study among Norwegian homeopath patients
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2015-06-10)The registration of adverse events is important to identify treatment that might impose risk to patients. Homeopathic aggravation, a concept unique for homeopathy may impose a particular risk, as it is tolerant towards a ... -
Health Related Quality of life in Adolescents with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: A Cross-sectional Study
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2015-07-03)Aim: To study health related quality of life (HRQOL) and depressive symptoms in adolescents with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) and to investigate in which domains their HRQOL and depressive symptoms differ from those ... -
Air ambulance nurses as expert supplement to local emergency services
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2013-12-25)Introduction: Flight nurses in the Norwegian National Air Ambulance Service are specialist nurse anesthetists or intensive care nursing specialists. For air ambulance bases far from hospitals, these nurses represent otherwise ... -
Evaluation of training program for surgical trauma teams in Botswana
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel, 2014-11-21)Background Trauma represents a challenge to healthcare systems worldwide, particularly in low-and middle-income countries. Positive effects can be achieved by improving trauma care at the scene of the accident and ... -
Rollen til urokinase plasminogen aktivator reseptoren (uPAR) for uttrykk av molekyler involvert i celle adhesjon, migrasjon og invasjon
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2010-05-20)Urokinase-type-plasminogen activator reseptor (uPAR) er funnet overuttrykt i organer som har omfattende remodulering av vevet. uPAR har flere ligander, blant annet serine proteasen urokinase plasminogen aktivator uPA, ... -
Establishing IMMULITE® 2000 cut-off values for serum allergen-specific immunoglobulin and exploring their relationship to exhaled nitric oxide
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2014-03-31)Aim: Paediatric cut-off values for serum allergen-specific IgE (sIgE) using the Siemens IMMULITE 2000 system to diagnose allergic rhinoconjunctivitis have not been established. We aimed to determine cut-off levels for ... -
Medical constructions of long-term exhaustion, past and present
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2015-04-24)Culture and history affect the ways in which medical knowledge is shaped, sustained and changed. The less knowledge we have, the larger the space for the cultural imprint becomes. Based on these assumptions, we ask: how ... -
Ny diagnostikk for Alzheimers i Nytt Senter
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Metabolic alkalosis is the most common acid-base disorder in ICU patients
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Longitudinal magnetic resonance imaging-based assessment of vascular changes and radiation response in androgen-sensitive prostate carcinoma xenografts under androgen-exposed and androgen-deprived conditions
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2010-10)Prostate cancer (PCa) patients receive androgen-deprivation therapy (ADT) to reduce tumor burden. However, complete eradication of PCa is unusual, and recurrent disease is evident within approximately 2 years in high-risk ... -
Bystander first aid in trauma – prevalence and quality: a prospective observational study
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2015-06-19)Background: Bystander first aid and basic life support can likely improve victim survival in trauma. In contrast to bystander first aid and out-of-hospital cardiac arrest, little is known about the role of bystanders ... -
Complete mitochondrial genome sequences of the Arctic Ocean codfishes Arctogadus glacialis and Boreogadus saida reveal oriL and tRNA gene duplications
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2008-05-27)We have determined the complete mitochondrial genome sequences of the codWshes Arctogadus glacialis and Boreogadus saida (Order Gadiformes, Family Gadidae). The 16,644 bp and 16,745 bp mtDNAs, respectively, contain the ... -
Sudden and unexpected death in Sami areas in Norway - A qualitative study of the significance of religiosity in the bereavement process
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2015-03-18)Sudden and unexpected death represents a severe life event incorporating multiple stressors and is potentially more traumatizing than natural deaths. Religiosity is an important resource in everyday life and may be especially ... -
Exploring physical activity and dietary choices among adolescents in Troms County, with focus on a potential association between the two health-related behaviors. A cross-sectional study based on Fit Futures - part of The Tromsø Study
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2013-07-30)Increased knowledge about physical activity(PA) and dietary choises could be valuable when preventive measures against overweight are planned and carried out. The main aim of the thesis was therefore to explore PA and ... -
Relationship of body mass index to cancer incidence in young and middle aged men and women followed over 24 years: The Tromsø Study
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2014-07-29)Background: Obesity remains a serious but preventable challenge of our time, and it has been linked to many comorbidities. This study uses body mass index (BMI) as a measure of obesity to investigate the relationship between ... -
“Light my fire” - Perspectives on Motivation, Helpfulness and Implementation of Guided Internet-based Cognitive Behavioral therapy.
(Doctoral thesis; Doktorgradsavhandling, 2015-03-13)Depression is common and imposes tremendous burdens for patients, their family and society. Implementation of internet-based cognitive behavioural therapy (ICBT) within general practice is recommended. Better results have ... -
A study of changes in glucose metabolism and inflammatory markers in morbidly obese patients undergoing bariatric surgery
(Doctoral thesis; Doktorgradsavhandling, 2015-06-08)Summary Obesity is considered a worldwide pandemic. Morbidly obese patients are at risk of developing comorbidity such as diabetes mellitus type 2, hypertension and cardiovascular disease. The mechanisms behind the ... -
Ecotoxicological assessment of Roundup-ready soybean agriculture investigated in a D. magna model
(Doctoral thesis; Doktorgradsavhandling, 2015-06-09)Transgenic glyphosate tolerant soybeans are constituents of an industrial production system with specific agricultural practices and supplementary agrochemicals as interwoven additional elements. Thus the material produced ...
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