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Adenomyotic Glands Are Highly Related to Endometrial Glands
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Research question: How closely related are adenomyotic and endometrial glands? Design: In this study, the mRNA and protein database www.proteinatlas.org was searched for proteins expressed predominantly in the endometrial ... -
Vram Flap for an Above Knee Amputation Stump
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Although routinely utilized in reconstruction of groin, perineal and thigh defects, the pedicled vertical rectus abdominis myocutaneous (VRAM) flap has only once been previously reported for coverage of above knee amputation ... -
African Head and Neck Fellowships: a Model for a Sustainable Impact on Head and Neck Cancer Care in Developing Countries
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background: There is an extreme shortage of head and neck surgeons in Africa. Fourteen head and neck surgeons have completed fellowships in Cape Town and Cameroon. This study determines whether such Africa-based fellowships ... -
High-risk Human Papillomavirus Messenger RNA Testing in Wet- And Dry- Self-Collected Specimens for High-Grade Cervical Lesion Detection in Mombasa, Kenya
(UoN, 2020)Background: Self-collection for high-risk HPV (hr-HPV) mRNA testing may improve cervical cancer screening. Hr-HPV mRNA with self-collected specimens stored dry could enhance feasibility and acceptance of specimen collection ... -
Prevalence, Incidence, and Distribution of Human Papillomavirus Types in Female Sex Workers in Kenya
(UoN, 2020)Female sex workers (FSWs) have a notably high risk of acquiring human papillomavirus (HPV) infections. Relatively few studies address the type-specific prevalence and incidence of HPV among FSWs in sub-Saharan Africa. FSWs ... -
Effectiveness of an Electronic Partogram: A Mixed-Method, Quasi-Experimental Study Among Skilled Birth Attendants in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background: Timely identification and management of intrapartum complications could significantly reduce maternal deaths, intrapartum stillbirths, and newborn deaths due to hypoxia. The World Health Organization (WHO) ... -
Hemodialysis Vascular Accesses in Patients on Chronic Hemodialysis at the Kenyatta National Hospital in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Introduction: The objective of our study was to document the level of preparedness for renal replacement therapy assessed by incident hemodialysis vascular access and the access at least 3 months after initiation of ... -
Oral Cavity Cancer Management Guidelines for Low-resource Regions
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background: The diagnosis and management of oral cavity cancer has been well described in developed countries, however, in regions with fewer medical resources, alternative methods may need to be used. We outline an approach ... -
The Effectiveness Of Digital Anal Dilatation In Preventing Anal Strictures After Anorectal Malformation Repair
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background: Anal dilatation is performed after repair of anorectal malformations(ARMs) and is vital in prevention of anal stricture formation. The ideal protocol utilizes Hegar dilators. In our setup, few parents will ... -
Knowledge and Risk Factors for Foot-and-mouth Disease Among Small-scale Dairy Farmers in an Endemic Setting
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) is a highly contagious viral infection of cloven-hoofed animals. In Kenya, the disease is endemic with outbreaks typically occurring throughout the year. A cross-sectional study was undertaken ... -
The biology and control of the greater wax moth, galleria mellonella
(UoN, 2017)The greater wax moth, Galleria mellonella Linnaeus, is a ubiquitous pest of the honeybee, Apis mellifera Linnaeus, and Apis cerana Fabricius. The greater wax moth larvae burrow into the edge of unsealed cells with pollen, ... -
Effects of Dressing Materials on Donor Site Morbidity: A Comparative Study at a Tertiary Hospital in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Skin graft donor wounds should heal with rapid epithelialization resulting in good aesthetic and minimal donor site morbidity. Several dressing materials are now available for the dressing of the donor sites. Few studies ... -
Intra- Abdominal Sepsis From a Perforated Duodenal Ulcer-management of a Difficult Surgical Abdomen
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Introduction: Peptic ulcer perforation is a common surgical emergency that is a complication of 9% of patients with peptic ulcer disease (Kjetil et al., 2015 [1]). Despite advances in the management of peptic ulcer disease, ... -
Prevalence and Dental Effects of Infant Oral Mutilation or Ebiino Among 3-5 Year-old Children From a Rural District in Uganda
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background: Ebiino, a form of Infant Oral Mutilation (IOM), involves the gauging or enucleation of primary canine tooth buds in infants, and is believed to be a form of remedy to a range of childhood diseases. The effects ... -
Debating Medicalization of Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C): Learning From (Policy) Experiences Across Countries
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background: Although Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) is internationally considered a harmful practice, it is increasingly being medicalized allegedly to reduce its negative health effects, and is thus suggested ... -
Keloid Pathophysiology: Fibroblast or Inflammatory Disorders?
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background: Keloids are defined as a benign dermal fibroproliferative disorder with no malignant potential. They tend to occur following trivial trauma or any form of trauma in genetically predisposed individuals. Keloids ... -
Diversity and function of maternal hiv-1-specific antibodies at the time of vertical transmission
(UoN, 2020)Infants of HIV-positive mothers can acquire HIV infection by various routes, but even in the absence of antiviral treatment, the majority of these infants do not become infected. There is evidence that maternal antibodies ... -
The Genital Tract and Rectal Microbiomes: Their Role in HIV Susceptibility and Prevention in Women
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Introduction: Young women in sub-Saharan Africa are disproportionately affected by HIV, accounting for 25% of all new infections in 2017. Several behavioural and biological factors are known to impact a young woman's ... -
Study of the Use of Complementary and Alternative Medicine by Cancer Patients at Kenyatta National Hospital, Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Introduction: Cancer is not only a burden in the country but also a global burden with among the highest rate of mortality. In spite of the great strides made by the conventional therapy, many cancer patients have resorted ... -
Factors influencing livestock export in Somaliland’s terminal markets
(Springer, 2020-01-09)Livestock export from Somaliland to the Arabian Peninsula countries is an important economic activity and the mainsource of Somaliland’s foreign exchange earnings. We have employed multiple regression time series analysis ...
