Journal Articles: Recent submissions
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Hand replantation using loupe magnification in a resource constrained environment: Case report
(University of Nairobi, 2020-11)Hand replantation is a common surgical procedure worldwide. However, this practice is underdeveloped in many resource-constrained countries in part due to a lack of surgical microscopes. We present a patient successfully ... -
Intense Simulation-Based Surgical Education for Manual Small-Incision Cataract Surgery: The Ophthalmic Learning and Improvement Initiative in Cataract Surgery Randomized Clinical Trial in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zimbabwe
(University of Nairobi, 2021-01)Importance: Cataracts account for 40% of cases of blindness globally, with surgery the only treatment. Objective: To determine whether adding simulation-based cataract surgical training to conventional training results ... -
Prevalence of JP2 and Non-JP2 Genotypes of Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans and Oral Hygiene Practice of Kenyan Adolescents in Maasai Mara
(University of Nairobi, 2021-04)Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans is implicated in the etiology of periodontitis that affects adolescents. The monitoring and mapping of the geographic dissemination pattern of JP2 and non-JP2 genotypes of A. ... -
Out-Of-Pocket Health Expenditure among the Elderly in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020-09-09)health coverage (UHC) is a key health priority for developing countries. The elderly is a vulnerable demographic group that need this protection. This study sought to analyze how selected social and demographic factors ... -
Short and Long-Run Impact of Trade Liberalization on Agricultural Growth in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020-05-11)Purpose: The focus of the study was on establishing the short and long-run impact of trade liberalization on agricultural growth in Kenya. Emphasis was on the influence of tariffs, foreign direct investment and trade ... -
Performance Characterization of 64-APSK Mapping Schemes for Uncoded Space-Time Labeling Diversity in Rician Fading Channels.
(Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, 2021)This paper investigates design of spectrally efficient nonlinear transmission scheme for uncoded space-time labeling diversity that is compatible with DVB-S2X standard. Designs are presented for 64-APSK constellation by ... -
Supply chain resilience in mindful humanitarian aid organizations: the role of big data analytics.
(Emerald Publishing Limited, 2021)Purpose The purpose of this paper is to understand the nomological network of associations between collective mindfulness and big data analytics in fostering resilient humanitarian relief supply chains. Design/method ... -
Valuation for compensation practices in Kenya: an evaluation.
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Purpose The purpose of this paper is to evaluate the practices for valuation for compensation purposes in Kenya. Design/methodology/approach A qualitative survey design was used to sample the registered valuers using ... -
Factors influencing collection development process at the University of Nairobi Library
(university of Nairobi, 2021)Purpose – The purpose of this study was to investigate the factors influencing the collection development process at the University of Nairobi library and suggest ways for improvement. Design/methodology/approach – A ... -
Gastric volvulus and attendant complications.
(Annals of African Surgery, 2019-02)The diagnosis of a hiatal hernia, a gastric volvulus or its attendant complications, can be easily missed because evaluation of acute abdominal pain can be difficult, particularly in resource-limited settings. Diagnosis ... -
Island singapore flap vaginoplasty of two adult cases of Mayer–Rokitansky–Küster–Hauser Syndrome Type I.
(Annals of African Surgery, 2019-02)Mayer–Rokitansky–Küster–Hauser Syndrome Type I is an emotionally distressful rare condition that limits normal sexual functioning and relationships. First described in 1989 by Wee and Joseph, the neurovascular island ... -
Wound dressing techniques and costs at a county hospital
(Annals of African Surgery, 2019-02-14)Background: Wound management is one of the commonest procedures conducted in surgical departments across health facilities in Kenya. Objective: This study aimed at exploring wound dressing techniques used at Migori ... -
Utility of the Bidirectional Glenn Shunt
(Annals of African Surgery, 2019-02-11)Background: Congenital heart disease (CHD) is a significant cause of childhood morbidity and mortality worldwide. Bidirectional Glenn Shunts (BDGS) form part of the surgical strategy used to treat CHD; no data exists on ... -
Head Injury with Concurrent Cervical Spine Injury
(Annals of African Surgery, 2019-02-14)Dual diagnoses of moderate or severe head injuries occurring concurrently with cervical spine injuries are postulated to have very poor outcomes. These outcomes are unknown in resource-limited settings. Methods: Patient ... -
Pygopagus separation surgery: Role of 3D printing
(Elsevier, 2019-03-18)Pygopagus twin separation surgeries can prove to be quite challenging especially when deciding the best surgical approach. Advancement in medical imaging allows proper planning and anticipation of difficult encounters ... -
Neonatal Ebstein’s Anomaly: Surgical Decision Making
(Annals of African Surgery, 2018-01)Ebstein’s Anomaly (EA) is a rare form of congenital heart disease. Surgical decision-making in neonates is controversial. In developing countries, neonates with Ebstein’s anomaly requiring surgical intervention rarely ... -
The practice of interventional gastrointestinal endoscopy at a tertiary referral hospital
(Annals of African Surgery, 2018-01)Background: Interventional endoscopy enables one time diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal diseases with minimally invasive therapy and improved disease outcome. Local use has remained low with minimal reporting. ... -
Estimation Of Impact Of Contagious Bovine Pleuropneumonia On Pastoralists In Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Contagious bovine pleuropneumonia (CBPP) is an infectious disease which impacts cattle production in sub-Saharan Africa. To adequately allocate resources for its control, there is a need to assess its impact on cattle ... -
Incidence and Early Outcome of Coagulopathy among Major Trauma Patients
(Annals of African Surgery, 2018-01)Background: Despite improvement in many aspects of acute trauma care, uncontrolled bleeding is responsible for more than 50% of all trauma related deaths within the first two days of admission. Objective: This study sought ... -
Emergent Endovascular Management of Acute Arterial Bleeding after Initial Unsuccessful Surgical Control
(Annals of African Surgery, 2018-01)Background: Hemorrhage and the complications thereof have traditionally been managed surgically but over the last two decades endovascular techniques have been increasingly used. These include coiling, liquid and particle ...
