Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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Early functional outcomes of open ankle fractures at Kenyatta National, Aga Khan University and P.C.E.A Kikuyu Hospitals
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Open fractures are generally very challenging to treat due to the risk of sepsis, potential soft tissue loss and subsequent delayed or non-union. This challenge is amplified at the ankle joint because of ... -
Validation of the Use of Hear Screen, a Mobile Phone Application as a Screening Tool for Hearing Loss at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Approximately 466 million people suffer from disabling hearing loss in the world. The greatest burden is seen in Pacific Asia and sub Saharan Africa with a prevalence of 9% in the latter. There is a huge gap ... -
Corruption And The War On Terror In Kenya, 2009 - 2019
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The study investigates corruption and the war on terror in Kenya between 2009 and 2019. The country has experienced increased terrorist attacks emanating from Al-Shabaab terror group operating in Somalia and with active ... -
Perceived Stress Among Caregivers of Adolescents on Hiv Treatment at Kenyatta National Hospital Comprehensive Care Centre
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Introduction: Studies done to investigate the impact of caring for the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infected persons on a caregiver have reported that sides physical exhaustion, the psychological well-ing of the ... -
Evaluation of adequacy of management of cardiac disease in pregnancy at Kenyatta National Hospital : a retrospective cohort study
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background-Heart disease is a significant cause of maternal morbidity and mortality. It complicates 1 – 4% of pregnancies, in which tolerance of the heart to the essential cardiovascular changes is hampered, resulting in ... -
Evaluation of Perceptions of Cosmetic Outcomes Post Hypospadias Surgery in Kenyatta National Hospital Using the Paediatric Penile Perception Score
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Hypospadias is a condition whereby the urethral meatus opens onto the penis’ ventral surface. The goal of surgical repair of hypospadias is to achieve a functional and cosmetic normal penis. Cosmetic outcome ... -
Association between post partum non-diabetic maternal HbA1c and fetal macrosomia at Kenyatta National Hospital : a case control study
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Introduction: The World Health Organization (WHO) defines macrosomia as an absolute birth weight of 4000 grams and above. Globally, it occurs in 0.5%- 15% of pregnancies and is associated with adverse maternal, fetal and ... -
The effect of maternal near miss on the prevalence of post natal depression compared to normal pregnancy within one year of delivery at the Kenyatta National Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)BACKGROUND Maternal morbidity is not as well studied and documented as maternal mortality. One of the new frontiers in quality of care assessment and improvement in maternal and new-born health is conducting Maternal Near ... -
Patient Reported Outcome Measures Following Urethroplasty in Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: patient reported outcomes in urethroplasty have become increasingly valuable in assessing success of urethroplasty and in postoperative monitoring. This study determines the status of patient reported outcomes ... -
Effect of subcutaneous sterile water injections vs normal saline injections for relief of continuous back pain in Labour at Kenyatta National Hospital. a randomised, double blind, placebo controlled trial
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Sterile Water Injections (SWI) are ideal for managing continuous labour back pain in the active stage. However, their effectiveness on African parturient and acceptability in African settings is poorly understood. ... -
Role Of Science And Technology In Advancing National Security In 21St Century, Africa: A Case Study Of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The study explores Science and Technology and Insecurity nexus in Africa during this current century. Africa is rapidly developing in information communication technology (ICT) infrastructure and with this growth; more ... -
Effect of Mobile-based lending on loan default rate among Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Mobile based lending has acquired significant concern among Kenya’s commercial banks because of its importance. Commercial banks’ performance has greatly improved after the introduction of mobile based lending. Despite ... -
Delays in Demand for Obstetric Fistula Treatment- a Case Study of Freedom From Fistula Foundation in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Obstetric fistula is an abnormal communication between the vagina, the bladder and or the rectum causing uncontrollable leakage of the urine and or the stool. It is considered as the single most dehumanizing injury occurring ... -
Assessment of Disease Activity and Health Related Quality of Life in Patients With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disorder characterised by inflammation in different organ systems. Disease activity varies from remissions to exacerbations and progression. Assessment of ... -
The relationship between workload levels and psychological resilience among Kenya Airways Cabin Crew Members
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Cabin crew members in any aviation industry undergo work related stressors associated with the nature of their day to day work in the airlines. This is a daily actuality in the aviation sector; work demands are significantly ... -
Challenges Facing Blue Economy Resource Management In Africa, A Case Study Of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)It is important to acknowledge from the onset that Africa is the second largest continent and also the largest island in the World, which is approximately one-fifth of the total surface of the earth. The continent has many ... -
Integration of Refugees and Acquisition of Second Language- a Case of Kakuma Refugee Camp, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This study assessed the strategies used in language acquisition by refugees, how language proximity and diversity influences second language acquisition, how second language competence affects integration of refugees and ... -
Enforcement of Kenya Immigration Laws: a case of the Directorate of Immigration Services
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This study aimed to examine how effectively the Directorate of Immigration Services (DIS) enforces Kenya immigration laws, especially those related to post-entry and residence of foreign nationals in Kenya. The study had ... -
Correlation of Human Papilloma Virus and Epstein Barr Virus co-infection with Cytological findings in Cervical Samples among Women Attending Kenyatta National Hospital, Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background; Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a malignant tumor arising from the inner walls of the large intestine (the colon). Some of risk factors including high tobacco intake and alcohol consumption are associated with the ... -
Morphometry Of The Proximal Femur In A Kenyan Population: Relevance To Component Placement In Total Hip Arthroplasty.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The morphometry of the proximal femur has an influence on the morphology and therefore the biomechanic of the hip joint......
