Essays about: "thesis of medical"
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1. Predicting True Sepsis and Culture-positive Sepsis in Intensive Care Unit with Machine Learning Techniques
University essay from Lunds universitet/Matematisk statistikAbstract : Sepsis, a serious medical condition often leading to patients requiring intensive care, has prompted numerous scientists to employ mathematical techniques to aid in its diagnosis. This thesis uses logistic regression and a machine learning technique, XGBoost, to predict true sepsis (as opposed to sepsis mimics) and culture-positive sepsis (among true sepsis) in critical care using blood test results, physiological measurements and other patient characteristics. READ MORE
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2. Robustness Analysis of Perfusion Parameter Calculations
University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)Abstract : Cancer is one of the most common causes of death worldwide. When given optimal treatment, however, the risk of severe illness may greatly be reduced. Determining optimal treatment in turn requires evaluation of disease progression and response to potential, previous treatment. READ MORE
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3. The language of risk: A quantitative study on the effects of presentation format in risk communication
University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för marknadsföring och strategiAbstract : Consumers are faced with everyday decisions requiring understanding and interpretation of risks and probabilities. One area where the importance of good risk communication is particularly salient is in modern healthcare where shared medical decision making is a central feature. READ MORE
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4. Challenges for Artificially Intelligent Medical Devices in the Nordics and Suggested Strategies to Respond
University essay from Lunds universitet/InnovationsteknikAbstract : With aging populations, unequal access to care, and shortages of staff, healthcare systems today are facing many challenges. Technology advancements, with artificial intelligence (AI) in particular, have been one of the main drivers of innovation in multiple industries. READ MORE
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5. Test Equipment for the LUCAS Chest Compression System: Incorporating Biomechanical Insights for Future Design Enhancements
University essay from Lunds universitet/Avdelningen för Biomedicinsk teknikAbstract : The LUCAS Chest Compression System is a market leading mechanical cardiopulmonary resuscitation device, assisting medical professionals worldwide when treating patients with sudden cardiac arrest. The objective of this master thesis project was to develop a new, adjustable test equipment for the LUCAS device, allowing for tests on varying chest heights and stiffness levels. READ MORE