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Receptor activator of nuclear factor kB ligand, osteoprotegerin, and risk of death following a breast cancer diagnosis: results from the EPIC cohort
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2018-10-22)<b>Background</b><br> Receptor activator of nuclear factor kappa-B (RANK)-signaling is involved in tumor growth and spread in experimental models. Binding of RANK ligand (RANKL) to RANK activates signaling, which is inhibited by osteoprotegerin (OPG). We have previously shown that circulating soluble RANKL (sRANKL) and OPG are associated with breast cancer risk. Here we extend these findings to ... -
Survey on female genital mutilation/cutting in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2019-05-08)<b>Objectives</b> <br>The objective of this study was to determine whether female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) exists in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. <br> <b>Design</b> <br>A cross-sectional study. <br> <b>Setting </b><br>King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. <br> <b>Participants </b><br>Between December 2016 and August 2017, women attending the obstetrics and gynaecology ... -
Ecological study on the use of hormonal contraception, abortions and births among teenagers in the Nordic countries
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2018-10-30)Objectives <br>Compare hormonal contraceptive use, birth and abortion rates among teenagers in the Nordic countries. A secondary aim was to explore plausible explanations for possible differences between countries.<br> Design <br> Ecological study using national registry data concerning births and abortions among all women aged 15–19 years residing in Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden ... -
Classical Risk Factors of Cardiovascular Diseases (CVDs) in Arkhangelsk: Have They Changed over the Years? Comparison of Cross-sectional Studies: Arkhangelsk Study 2000 and Arkhangelsk Part of Know Your Heart Study 2015-17.
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2019-05-31)Background: According to the World Health Organization, 31% of all deaths worldwide result from cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), mostly in low- and middle-income countries. Even though Russia, an upper-middle income country, still have higher CVD mortality compared to the neighboring countries such as Finland and Norway, it has seen a reduction in CVD mortality since the turn of the millennium. ... -
Determinants for participation in The Norwegian Breast Cancer Screening Programme
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2017-06-20)Background: Breast cancer is the most frequent cancer among women worldwide, and the second most important cause of cancer death in developed countries after lung cancer. Early detection with mammographic screening reduces breast cancer mortality. Few studies have investigated factors associated with participation in The Norwegian Breast Cancer Screening Programme. Objective: To identify determinants ... -
Stigma knyttet til psykisk helse på arbeidsplassen. En fenomenologisk studie.
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2018-05-31)Bakgrunn; Psykiske plager og lidelser omfatter store deler av befolkningen. Prevalensen for å få en psykisk plage eller lidelse i løpet av ens levetid i Norge, ligger på rundt 40%. Negative holdninger og stigma samt frafall fra arbeid kan virke mer sykdomsfremmende og sykdomsbevarende for enkelte. Mål; Dette studiet gikk ut på å undersøke og belyse utfordringer knyttet til psykisk helse på arbeidsplassen ... -
Prevalence and predictors of fatigue among people living with HIV in Northern and Southern Norway. From the cross-sectional study of mental health and quality of life among people living with HIV in Northern and Southern Norway, 2014-2015
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2018-05-30)Fatigue is described as a sensation of tiredness and exhaustion that potentially interferes with daily life functioning, and is a common symptom in people living with HIV (PLWH). This study aim is to investigate the prevalence and the predictors of fatigue among PLWH in Northern and Southern Norway. A cross-sectional survey was conducted at two hospitals in 2014-2015. Fatigue was measured with the ... -
Birthweight percentiles by gestational age in Georgia
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2017-05-16)Background: Development of country specific birthweight percentile by gestational age chart has been suggested to identify small for gestational age (SGA) or large for gestational age (LGA) babies who are at a risk of perinatal and neonatal mortality and morbidity. Objectives: The objective of this study was to construct sex-specific standard birthweight by gestational age chart for Georgia. Methodology: ... -
Antibiotic resistance in healthcare settings. Prevalence and levels of tet(M) resistance gene in saliva of dental students
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2016-05-15)Rationale: Antibiotic resistance compromises achievements of modern medicine and is a major threat to the society. The oral cavity has the distinct microbial community that serves as a reservoir for determinants of antibiotic resistance. Tet(M) gene is abundant in bacteria residing in the oral cavity and is often identified in oral specimens. Absolute quantification of resistance genes copies allows ... -
Dental Anxiety in Northern Norway. Epidemiologic Assessment of Dental Anxiety in the Troms County - the TOHNN-study
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2017-05-23)Objectives. The aim of this study was to describe the prevalence of dental anxiety (DA) in the Troms county and to investigate the association of DA and variables of socio-economic status, geographic distribution, gender, dental care habits, and oral health status. Methods. Data from the Tromstannen – Oral health in Northern Norway (TOHNN) study was used. Dental anxiety was assessed with the aid ... -
Iron stores and hemoglobin are negatively related with carotid atherosclerosis: the Tromsø Study. A cross-sectional study
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2017-05-19)Background: Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) remain the leading cause of mortality and morbidity globally. Iron has been suggested to have role in CVD though, epidemiological findings have been conflicting. The primary aim of this study was to investigate the possible role of body iron in carotid atherosclerosis in a population-based survey. Further, we wanted to analyze the prevalence of carotid plaques ... -
Does insomnia modify the association between C-reactive protein and migraine? The Tromsø Study 2015-2016.
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2019-03-12)<p><i>Background - </i>The relationship between high sensitivity C-reactive protein and migraine is unclear. The aim of this cross-sectional population-based study was to investigate the association between high sensitivity C-reactive protein and types of headache, and to evaluate the impact of insomnia on this association. <p><i>Methods - </i>A total of 20,486 (63%) out of 32,591 invited, aged ≥40 ... -
Self-assessment of the outcome of first trimester medical abortion compared to routine clinic follow-up: A systematic review
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2017-05-15)Background: Home self-administration of misoprostol for medical abortion has been suggested as safe, efficient, feasible and acceptable. However, it remains inaccessible for many women especially in low-resource settings. Administration of misoprostol at home and self-assessment by urine pregnancy tests (UPTs) to confirm complete termination of pregnancy with follow-up by home visits or telephone ... -
Sammenheng mellom anemi og fall blant hjemmeboende kvinner og menn 65 år og eldre: Den femte Tromsøundersøkelsen 2001-2002. En replikasjonsstudie.
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2017-05-07)Falls among elderly is associated with major health costs as well as adverse outcomes for the person falling. The reasons for falls needs to be clarified in order to be able to prevent. Previous studies have shown anemia to be associated with increased risk of falling, but the results are not consistent. In this study the association of anemia and falls is investigated, but no association is found, ... -
Continuity of care for patients with long-term complex needs - implications for clinical hospital practice.
(Doctoral thesis; Doktorgradsavhandling, 2019-05-20)The background for this thesis is lack of knowledge that covers the broader perspective of development, implementation, and evaluation of continuity of care-solutions for persons with diverse and complex needs in hospitals and across health services. The aim was therefore to investigate implications for hospital practices related to realizing continuity of care for patients with long-term complex ... -
Chertbruddet i Melsvik. Undersøkelse av chertbrudd, utvinningsteknologi og bosetningsspor fra tidlig eldre steinalder i Melsvik, Alta k., Finnmark f.
(Research report; Forskningsrapport, 2019)I 2012-2013 ble et chertbrudd fra steinalderen undersøkt utenfor Alta i Finnmark. Undersøkelsen omfattet 1000 m2 av steinbruddet, og 3500 m2 av bosetingsområdene som lå like ved. I tillegg til utgravning ble det gjort eksperimenter med utvinning av chert i bruddet. Resultatene viser at bruddet ble brukt allerede 8400 f.Kr., og at fyrsetting var den viktigste metoden for å bryte chert fra berget. ... -
Effect of group psychoeducation for major depressive disorder: a systematic review
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2019-04-16)Background: Depression is a common mental disorder and a major contributor to the overall global burden of disease. Healthcare systems struggle to provide effective and acceptable treatment to meet the needs of the growing number of patients suffering from depression. Although there are some known, effective medical treatments for depression, far from all of those affected receive such treatments, ... -
Nutritional quality of food as represented by the FSAm-NPS nutrient profiling system underlying the Nutri-Score label and cancer risk in Europe: Results from the EPIC prospective cohort study
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2018-09-18)<p><i>Background - </i>Helping consumers make healthier food choices is a key issue for the prevention of cancer and other diseases. In many countries, political authorities are considering the implementation of a simplified labelling system to reflect the nutritional quality of food products. The Nutri-Score, a five-colour nutrition label, is derived from the Nutrient Profiling System of the British ... -
Circulating insulin-like growth factor I in relation to melanoma risk in the European prospective investigation into cancer and nutrition
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2018-09-07)Insulin‐like growth factor‐I (IGF‐I) regulates cell proliferation and apoptosis, and is thought to play a role in tumour development. Previous prospective studies have shown that higher circulating concentrations of IGF‐I are associated with a higher risk of cancers at specific sites, including breast and prostate. No prospective study has examined the association between circulating IGF‐I concentrations ... -
Risk thresholds for alcohol consumption: combined analysis of individual-participant data for 599 912 current drinkers in 83 prospective studies
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2018-04-12)<p><i>Background - </i>Low-risk limits recommended for alcohol consumption vary substantially across different national guidelines. To define thresholds associated with lowest risk for all-cause mortality and cardiovascular disease, we studied individual-participant data from 599 912 current drinkers without previous cardiovascular disease. <p><i>Methods - </i>We did a combined analysis of ...
