DISSERTATION. Seventy percent of patients who have had surgery for chronic nasal congestion are satisfied. But the surgery is performed significantly more often on male patients, according to a new dissertation from the University of Gothenburg carried out at Sahlgrenska University Hospital. “It’s possible that women don’t seek out help for their nasal congestion to the same extent as men,” says Johan Hellgren, professor and chief physician. Issues with nasal…
Distinct gender norms in descriptions of chronic pain
DOCTORAL THESIS. Sensitive women and stoical men are the prevalent images of people in chronic pain. Unwarranted differences in medical treatment may result, as a University of Gothenburg doctoral thesis emphasizes. Approximately a fifth of the Swedish population have long-term pain that can affect their quality of life, work capacity, relationships, family life, and leisure activities. Treatment of chronic pain has been described as a challenge to patients and health…
New thesis: Higher risk of future accidental bowel leakage after sphincter injury
THESIS. A study that was part of a recent doctoral thesis at the Institute of Clinical Sciences reports a significantly higher risk of developing gas and fecal incontinence among women who suffer an anal sphincter injury during childbirth. On February 10, Ida Nilsson will defend her doctoral thesis in obstetrics and gynecology. The thesis explores the long-term effects of anal sphincter injuries suffered during childbirth. The title of the thesis is:…
Fewer surgically treated ankle fractures with a clear-cut treatment routine
DOCTORAL THESIS. It has been shown that the percentage of ankle fractures that undergo surgery could be substantially reduced, from more than 30 per cent to 10 in the most common type of fracture. The key is a clear-cut treatment routine that benefits both patients and caregivers, according to a doctoral dissertation at the University of Gothenburg. This thesis examines the way ankle fractures are treated in Sweden and the…
Young adults with caries can improve their health behavior fast
DOCTORAL THESIS. Young adults with extensive caries disease often have a high propensity for risk in terms of oral health. At the same time, with the right support and treatment, they can modify their unhealthy behaviors. A thesis at the University of Gothenburg describes the challenges involved in helping patients in this vulnerable category. In Sweden, oral health has improved markedly over the past few decades. Most people’s oral health…