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N-terminal pro-B-type natriuretic peptide level at longterm follow-up after atrial fibrillation ablation: A marker of reverse atrial remodeling and successful ablation
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2011-10-13)Aims: We investigated the relationship between arrhythmia burden, left atrial volume (LAV) and N-terminal pro-B-type natriuretic peptide (NT-pro-BNP) at baseline and after long-term follow-up of atrial fibrillation (AF) ... -
The N-terminal sequence of tyrosine hydroxylase is a conformationally versatile motif that binds 14-3-3 proteins and membranes
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2014-01-09)Tyrosine hydroxylase (TH) catalyzes the rate-limiting step in the synthesis of catecholamine neurotransmitters, and a reduction in TH activity is associated with several neurological diseases. Human TH is regulated, among ... -
Nakkens betydning for postural kontroll
(Master thesis, 2012-11-01)Background: Neck disorders may affect as many as 70% of the general population at some point. Neck disorders are multidimensional, and are assumed to affect postural control. Manual therapists often see patients with neck ... -
Nano-TiO2 penetration of oral mucosa: in vitro analysis using 3D organotypic human buccal mucosa models
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2016)BACKGROUND: Oral cavity is a doorway for a variety of products containing titanium dioxide (TiO2) nanoparticles (NPs) (nano-TiO2) such as food additives, oral healthcare products and dental materials. Their potential to ... -
Nanodiamond modified copolymer scaffolds affects tumour progression of early neoplastic oral keratinocytes
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2016-07)This study aimed to evaluate the tumorigenic potential of functionalising poly(LLA-co-CL) scaffolds. The copolymer scaffolds were functionalised with nanodiamonds (nDP) or with nDP and physisorbed BMP-2 (nDP-PHY) to enhance ... -
Narcolepsy and hypersomnia in Norwegian children and young adults following the influenza A(H1N1) 2009 pandemic
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2017-04)Background: Associations between influenza infection and sleep disorders are poorly studied. We investigated if pandemic influenza infection or vaccination with Pandemrix in 2009/2010 was associated with narcolepsy or ... -
Narrative Approach for Identifying Movements of Change and the Value of Therapeutic Writing Related to Chronic pain Management
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2016)In this study, we examined extensive narratives prepared by participants who attended a chronic pain management programme where therapeutic writing was included. The aim was to explore how narrators experience the contexts ... -
A narrative approach to explore grief experiences and treatment adherence in people with chronic pain after participation in a pain-management program: a 6-year follow-up study
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2013-08-09)Objective: The aim of this study was to explore grief caused by chronic pain and treatment adherence, and how these experiences are integrated into ongoing life stories. Methods: A 6-year follow-up using a qualitative ... -
Nasjonale registerkilder i epidemiologisk forskning
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National Norwegian Practice Patterns for Surgical Treatment of Kidney Cancer Tumors ≤7 cm: Adherence to Changes in Guidelines May Improve Overall Survival
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2018-08)Background: Guidelines on surgical treatment for kidney cancer (KC) have changed over the last 10 yr. We present population-based data for patients with KC tumors ≤7 cm from 2008 to 2013 to investigate whether surgical ... -
The native structure of annexin A2 peptides in hydrophilic environment determines their anti-angiogenic effects
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2015-03-13)The progression of aggressive cancer occurs via angiogenesis and metastasis makes these processes important targets for the development of anti-cancer agents. However, recent studies have raised the concern that selective ... -
The Natural Flavonoid Galangin Elicits Apoptosis, Pyroptosis, and Autophagy in Glioblastoma
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2019-09-27)Galangin (GG), a flavonoid, elicits a potent antitumor activity in diverse cancers. Here, we evaluated the efficacy of GG in the treatment of human glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) and investigated the molecular basis for its ... -
Natural killer cells in intracranial neoplasms: presence and therapeutic efficacy against brain tumours
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2014-01)Natural killer (NK) cells are lymphocytes that play an important role in anti-tumour immunity. Their potential against brain cancer has been demonstrated in vitro and in vivo, both as a direct anti-tumour agent and in ... -
A Naturalistic Study of the Effect of Acupuncture on Heart-Rate Variability
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2012-02)Objectives: To study the effect of acupuncture on heart rate variability (HRV) by using linear and non-linear methods of analysis. Methods: 40 patients were recruited consecutively, including patients with insomnia, ... -
Nausea and vomiting of pregnancy and hyperemesis gravidarum
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2019)Nausea and vomiting of pregnancy (NVP) is a common condition that affects as many as 70% of pregnant women. Although no consensus definition is available for hyperemesis gravidarum (HG), it is typically viewed as the severe ... -
Nausea in pregnancy: attitudes among pregnant women and general practitioners on treatment and pregnancy care
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2016-02-08)Objective: Nausea and vomiting during pregnancy (NVP) is very common, and may have great impact on a woman’s life. The aim of this study was to explore thoughts and attitudes among Norwegian pregnant women and GPs on ... -
Navigated retrograde endoscopic myotomy (REM) for the treatment of therapy-resistant achalasia
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2018-04)Background In achalasia, muscle spasm may involve the proximal esophagus. When the muscle spasm is located in the proximal esophagus, conventional per oral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) may not be sufficient to relieve symptoms. ... -
Når kroppen endres... En kvalitativ studie av kvinnelige pasienters hverdagserfaring med kroppsendringer ved revmatisk sykdom
(Master thesis, 2011-05-31)Bakgrunn: I Norge regner man med at 0,5 – 1 % av befolkningen har sykdommen revmatoid artritt, og hvert år får ca 1400 voksne diagnosen. Forskning viser at sykdommen får betydning for livet som helhet og at kroppsendringene ... -
Nearest management is important for health and safety. A longitudinal study of perceived working conditions in offshore and onshore petroleum industry
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2008-06)Objectives: There are few studies of working environment in the petroleum industry available and even fewer comparing onshore and offshore workers. The aim of this study was to investigate differences between the self-reported ... -
Neck pain associated with clinical symptoms in dizzy patients- A cross-sectional study
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2020)Objective: Many patients suffer from concurrent neck pain and dizziness. The aim of this study was to describe the clinical symptoms and physical findings in patients with concurrent neck pain and dizziness and to examine ...