Sökning: "upper respiratory tract infection"
Visar resultat 21 - 25 av 31 avhandlingar innehållade orden upper respiratory tract infection.
21. Monocytes and dendritic cells : roles during human influenza and hantavirus infections
Sammanfattning : Viruses infect a vast majority of the other species on the planet and rarely leave the host undamaged. Most human viruses need to infect an individual to replicate and disseminate, and must contend with the full force of the human immune system. LÄS MER
22. Molecular studies of Neisseria : host cell interactions
Sammanfattning : The Neisseria family includes many non-pathogenic species but also two strict human pathogens; Neisseria gonorrhoeae and Neisseria meningitidis. Both organisms colonise mucosal surfaces and may cause disseminated infections upon passage of the epithelial barrier. LÄS MER
23. Clinical, immunological and olfactory aspects of sinusitis and nasal polyposis : with special reference to patients with cystic fibrosis
Sammanfattning : The otorhinolaryngological approach to the problem concerning rhinosinusitis and nasal polyposis in the recessive genetic disorder of cystic fibrosis (CF) has been developed based on data from international studies. Opinions differ on how to treat the otolaryngological manifestations of CF (sinusitis, nasal polyps and hyposmia). LÄS MER
24. Acute Otitis Media. Aspects of diagnosis and prophylaxis
Sammanfattning : Acute otitis media (AOM) is one of the most common childhood diseases and the most common causes of antibiotic treatment in small children. Most children will experience one or two episodes of AOM during preschool age but some will suffer from repeated attacks, they will become otitis-prone. LÄS MER
25. Urinary Clara cell protein and alpha 1-microglobulin – biomarkers of changes in kidney and airway function
Sammanfattning : Validated biomarkers are useful tools for screening large populations. The benefit of screening may be improved risk assessment or early indications of adverse effects before detection or onset of symptoms. LÄS MER