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Utopia for Norwegian helicopter emergency medical services: Estimating the number of bases needed to radically bring down response times, and lives needed to be saved for cost effectiveness
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023-03)Objectives Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS) throughout Europe are generally on scene within 10–15 minutes. In Norway, however, with its 13 HEMS bases, only 75% of the population can currently be reached within ... -
A U‑net based approach to epidermal tissue segmentation in whole slide histopathological images
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2019-06)Malignant melanoma is a severe and aggressive type of skin cancer, with a rapid decrease in survival rate if not diagnosed and treated at an early stage. Histopathological examination of hematoxylin and eosin stained tissue ... -
Validation and assessment of preanalytical factors of a fluorometric in vitro assay for glucocerebrosidase activity in human cerebrospinal fluid
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2020-12)Lysosomal dysfunction is an emerging feature in the pathology of Parkinson’s disease and Dementia with Lewy bodies. Mutations in the GBA gene, encoding the enzyme Glucocerebrosidase (GCase), have been identified as a genetic ... -
Validation of the cardiovascular risk model NORRISK 2 in South Asians and people with diabetes
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2020)To evaluate the predictive ability of the previously published NORRISK 2 cardiovascular risk model in Norwegian-born and immigrants born in South Asia living in Norway, and to add information about diabetes and ethnicity ... -
The value of information and support: Experiences among patients with prostate cancer
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2021)Aims and objectives To explore and analyse prostate cancer survivors` experiences and critical reflections of information received during their cancer trajectory. Background Prostate cancer is one of the most prevalent ... -
Value of research-based master's degree thesis, competence building for the future in anesthesia, critical care, and operating room nursing
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022)Background: New types of expertise in advanced nursing is required to meet the rapid changes in health services and technologies. To meet these challenges, different master’s degree programs are evolving, which will provide ... -
Variation in the achievement of HbA1c, blood pressure and LDL cholesterol targets in type 2 diabetes in general practice and characteristics associated with risk factor control.
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2019-10)Aims To identify population, general practitioner, and practice characteristics associated with the achievement of HbA1c, blood pressure and LDL cholesterol targets, and to describe variation in the achievement of risk ... -
Video Analysis of Newborn Resuscitations After Simulation-Based Helping Babies Breathe Training
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2020)Background Simulation-based Helping Babies Breathe (HBB) training is currently rolled-out in around 80 low-income countries with various results. Method Workflow was analyzed in 76 video-recorded newborn resuscitations ... -
Video display terminal use and dry eye: preventive measures and future perspectives
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022)Background Dry eye disease (DED) is a common cause of ocular pain and discomfort. Dry eye disease (DED) stems from a loss-of-tear film homeostasis and is frequently seen in video display terminal (VDT) users. Video display ... -
Virtual reality simulation training in stroke thrombectomy centers with limited patient volume—Simulator performance and patient outcome
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)Background Virtual reality simulation training may improve the technical skills of interventional radiologists when establishing endovascular thrombectomy at limited-volume stroke centers. The aim of this study was to ... -
Volatile anesthetics for prehospital analgesia by paramedics—An overview
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2021-10)Patienten mit Schmerzen können durch den nichtärztlichen Rettungsdienst mitunter nur inadäquat versorgt werden, da aufgrund rechtlicher Einschränkungen die Anwendung stark wirksamer Schmerzmittel (Opioide) bzw. ausbildungsbedingt ... -
Volume and Visual Field Defects in Occipital Stroke: The NOR-OCCIP Study
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023-08)Introduction. The majority of patients with occipital infarcts display homonymous visual field defects (VFD), with negative implications on activities of daily living and quality of life. To overcome the disability, better ... -
“We all have a responsibility”: a narrative discourse analysis of an information campaign targeting help-seeking in first episode psychosis
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2019-05)Background: Intervening at an early stage of psychosis improves the chances of recovery from first-episode psychosis. However, people who are experiencing distress and early psychotic symptoms generally seem to delay seeking ... -
We Are Not There Yet: A Qualitative System Probing Study of a Hospital Rapid Response System
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022)Objectives The capability of a hospital’s rapid response system (RRS) depends on various factors to reduce in-hospital cardiac arrests and mortality. Through system probing, this qualitative study targeted a more ... -
A wearable microwave instrument can detect and monitor traumatic abdominal injuries in a porcine model
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2021-12)Abdominal injury is a frequent cause of death for trauma patients, and early recognition is essential to limit fatalities. There is a need for a wearable sensor system for prehospital settings that can detect and monitor ... -
What determines who gets cardiac resynchronization therapy in Europe? A comparison between ESC-HF-LT registry, SwedeHF registry, and ESC-CRT Survey II
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)Aims Cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) is effective in heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) and dyssynchrony but is underutilized. In a cohort study, we identified clinical, organizational, and level ... -
What Is Important to the Younger Person (≤50 Years) When Having a Total Hip Arthroplasty: A Systematic Literature Review
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)Total hip arthroplasties (THAs) are usually performed in older patients. Despite a growing number of THAs in younger adults, it is unclear whether they have similar priorities in recovery compared with their older counterparts. ... -
What is the role of transformational leadership, work environment and patient safety culture for person-centred care? A cross-sectional study in Norwegian nursing homes and home care services
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2020)Aim To examine how transformational leadership, job demands, job resources and patient safety culture contribute in explaining person-centred care in nursing homes and home care services. Design Cross-sectional ... -
What methods are used to promote patient and family involvement in healthcare regulation? A multiple case study across four countries
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2020-07)Abstract Background: In the regulation of healthcare, the subject of patient and family involvement figures increasingly prominently on the agenda. However, the literature on involving patients and families in regulation ... -
What school nurses receive for themselves that influences their remaining in practice: A qualitative study
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023-03)Background Previous research indicates a link between what nurses receive for themselves and their remaining in practice. In Norway, school nurses tend to remain in practice, but what it is they receive for themselves has ...