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The use of spectrograms improves the classification of wheezes and crackles in an educational setting
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2020-05-21)Chest auscultation is a widely used method in the diagnosis of lung diseases. However, the interpretation of lung sounds is a subjective task and disagreements arise. New technological developments like the use of visSual representation of sounds through spectrograms could improve the agreement when classifying lung sounds, but this is not yet known. In this study, we tested if the use of spectrograms ... -
Use of traditional folk medicine among cancer patients in Northern Norway
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Use of two-part regression calibration model to correct for measurement error in episodically consumed foods in a single-replicate study design: EPIC case study
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2014-11-17)In epidemiologic studies, measurement error in dietary variables often attenuates association between dietary intake and disease occurrence. To adjust for the attenuation caused by error in dietary intake, regression calibration is commonly used. To apply regression calibration, unbiased reference measurements are required. Short-term reference measurements for foods that are not consumed daily ... -
Use pattern for contraceptive implants in Norway
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2016-10-19)Introduction: Knowledge about global use patterns of contraceptive implants is limited. This study aims to describe implant use patterns from a user and prescriber perspective. <p> Material and methods: In a cross-sectional design, we estimated the annual number of users by calculating doses sold per 1000 women-years in the Norwegian Prescription Database for the years 2006-2012. For each ... -
Using Fitness Trackers and Smartwatches to Measure Physical Activity in Research: Analysis of Consumer Wrist-Worn Wearables
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2018-03-22)Background: New fitness trackers and smartwatches are released to the consumer market every year. These devices are equipped with different sensors, algorithms, and accompanying mobile apps. With recent advances in mobile sensor technology, privately collected physical activity data can be used as an addition to existing methods for health data collection in research. Furthermore, data collected ... -
Using mobile sensors to expand recording of physical activity and increase motivation for prolonged data sharing in a population-based study
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2017)Regularly conducted population cohort studies contribute important new knowledge to medical research. A high participation rate is required in these types of studies in order to claim representativeness and validity of study results. Participation rates are declining worldwide, and re-searchers are challenged to develop new data collection strategies and tools to motivate people to participate. The ... -
Utdrag av medisinalberetninger fra Sulitjelma 1891-1990
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Uterine prolapse and its impact on quality of life in the Jhaukhel-Duwakot Health Demographic Surveillance Site, Bhaktapur, Nepal
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2015-08-10)Background: Uterine prolapse (UP) is a reproductive health problem and public health issue in low-income countries including Nepal. Objective: We aimed to identify the contributing factors and stages of UP and its impact on quality of life in the Jhaukhel–Duwakot Health Demographic Surveillance Site of Bhaktapur, Nepal. Design: Our three-phase study used descriptive cross-sectional analysis ... -
Utvikling av indikatorer på NCD området knyttet til rapportering for den globale og nasjonale NCD strategien
(Research report; Forskningsrapport, 2017-04)Norge har sluttet seg til WHO sitt mål om 25% reduksjon 2010 til 2025 i for tidlig død som følge av de fire ikke-smittsomme sykdommene (noncommunicale disease, NCD); kreft, hjerte- og karsykdom, diabetes og kronisk lungesykdom. Bakgrunnen er at disse fire sykdomsgruppene langt på vei kan forebygges ved å redusere de fire felles risikofaktorene røyking, usunn kost, stillesitting og skadelig bruk ... -
Uventet bedring av multippel sklerose etter bruk av alternativ behandling
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Vaksiner mot humant papillomavirus (HPV). Vurdering av effekt av profylaktiske HPV-vaksiner
(Research report; Forskningsrapport, 2007)Denne rapporten er første del av et oppdrag fra Nasjonalt folkehelseinstitutt, med fokus på vurdering av effekt og sikkerhet ved bruk av vaksiner mot humant papillomavirus (HPV). Det pågår helseøkonomiske analyser som publiseres i en egen rapport. -
Validating Acute Myocardial Infarction Diagnoses in National Health Registers for Use as Endpoint in Research: The Tromsø Study
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2021-08-03)<i>Purpose</i>: To assess whether acute myocardial infarction (MI) diagnoses in national health registers are sufficiently correct and complete to replace manual collection of endpoint data for a population-based, epidemiological study.<br><br> <i>Patients and Methods</i>: Using the Tromsø Study Cardiovascular Disease Register for 2013– 2014 as gold standard, we calculated correctness (defined ... -
Validation of repeated self-reported n-3 PUFA intake using serum phospholipid fatty acids as a biomarker in breast cancer patients during treatment 11 Medical and Health Sciences 1112 Oncology and Carcinogenesis
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2018)<p><i>Background</i>: The role of n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) in breast cancer is not clear and under debate. To explore this relationship it is important to have proper validated dietary assessment methods for measuring the intake of n-3 PUFAs. The aim of the current study is to validate two different methods used to assess the intake of selected n-3 PUFAs as well as food sources of ... -
Validation of self-reported and hospital-diagnosed atrial fibrillation: The HUNT study
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2016-06-11)Background: Self-reported atrial fibrillation (AF) and diagnoses from hospital registers are often used to identify persons with AF. The objective of this study was to validate self-reported AF and hospital discharge diagnoses of AF among participants in a population-based study. Materials and methods: Among 50,805 persons who participated in the third survey of the HUNT Study (HUNT3), 16,247 ... -
Validity of a short questionnaire to assess physical activity in 10 European countries
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Validity of self-reported body mass index among middle-aged participants in the Norwegian Women and Cancer study
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2015-07-02)Background: Body mass index (BMI) based on self-reported height and weight has been criticized as being biased because of an observed tendency for overweight and obese people to overestimate height and underestimate weight, resulting in higher misclassification for these groups. We examined the validity of BMI based on self-reported values in a sample of Norwegian women aged 44–64 years. Methods: ... -
Validity of self-reported educational level in the Tromsø Study
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2022-05-20)Background: Self-reported data on educational level have been collected for decades in the Tromsø Study, but their validity has yet to be established. Aim: To investigate the completeness and correctness of self-reported educational level in the Tromsø Study, using data from Statistics Norway. In addition, we explored the consequence of using these two data sources on educational trends in ... -
Validity of self-reported myocardial infarction and stroke in regions with Sami and Norwegian populations – The SAMINOR 1 survey and the CVDNOR project
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2016-11-02)<b>Objective:</b> Updated knowledge on the validity of selfreported myocardial infarction (SMI) and self-reported stroke (SRS) is needed in Norway. Our objective was to compare questionnaire data and hospital discharge data from regions with Sami and Norwegian populations to assess the validity of these outcomes by ethnicity, sex, age and education.<br> <b>Design:</b> Validation study using ... -
Validity of self-reported myocardial infarction and stroke in regions with Sami and Norwegian populations: The SAMINOR 1 Survey and the CVDNOR project
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2016-11-30)Objective: Updated knowledge on the validity of self- reported myocardial infarction (SMI) and self-reported stroke (SRS) is needed in Norway. Our objective was to compare questionnaire data and hospital discharge data from regions with Sami and Norwegian populations to assess the validity of these outcomes by ethnicity, sex, age and education. <br> Design: Validation study using cross-sectional ... -
Validity of self-reported out-of-school physical activity among finnish 11-year-old children
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2016-02-08)Background: The aim of this study is to assess the repeatability and validity of the Finnish 11-year old children’s out-of-school physical activity (PA) questionnaire using accelerometer as reference method. A sub-sample of children (N = 155, 60 % participant rate) participating in the Finnish Health in Teens study was recruited in 2013. Children completed a questionnaire measuring PA two times, ...
