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1. Brain tumors in children - National population-based studies on classification, diagnostics and long-term follow-up
Sammanfattning : Although the prognosis for pediatric tumors of the central nervous system (CNS) has improved over time it is urgent to reduce mortality and improve long-term quality of life for survivors. With this aim, the first step is to identify the correct diagnosis in order to choose the right therapy and avoid unnecessary treatment. LÄS MER
2. Strategies for assessing health risks from two occupational cohorts within the domain of northern Sweden
Sammanfattning : Background: Studies based on a cohort design requires access to both subject-specific and period-specific information. In order to conduct an occupational cohort study, access to exposure information and the possibility and permission to link information on outcomes from other registers are generally necessary. LÄS MER
3. Myocardial infarction in an urban population - Studies on patterns of disease in terms of time, place and person
Sammanfattning : Malmö (pop. 250 000) is a city in the south of Sweden where there are marked intra-urban differences in the mortality rates from myocardial infarction. LÄS MER
4. Miscarriage. Incidence, management and future fertility
Sammanfattning : Miscarriage is a common problem, often necessitating emergency health care, which has traditionally been managed with uterine curettage under general anaesthesia. Uterine curettage has been the most common surgical procedure performed by gynaecologists after office hours in industrialized countries, consuming substantial health care resources. LÄS MER
5. Prevention, incidence, and survival of cervical cancer in Sweden
Sammanfattning : Cervical cancer is preventable by screening. In 1967, Sweden introduced a cervical screening program. Screening for high-risk human papillomavirus (hr-HPV), the causative factor of cervical cancer, is more sensitive than cytology and can be performed as a self-sample. Non-attendance to screening is a large risk factor for cervical cancer. LÄS MER