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The prevalence of zinc deficiency in low birth weight infants at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, CHS, Kenya, 2004)Background: Zinc deficiency is common in the developing world, the prevalence being highest in pregnant women and young children. Zinc deficiency in childhood is associated with reduced immmunocompetence. growth ... -
Prevalence PF PTSD, Depression and Anxiety Disorder Among Paramedics in Nairobi County.
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Introduction: During the past decade, there has been a significant rise in EMS missions and the availability of resources such as ambulances, with an increase of up to 64% and 12% respectively. These increased missions ... -
A Prevalence Study Of Iodine Deficiency Disorders (IDD) In School Children Aged 6 - 16 Years In Nginyang And Marigat Divisions Of Baringo District.
(University of Nairobi, 1989)A random survey of Iodine deficiency disorders (IDD) amongst primary school children was done in 2 Administrative divisions of Baringo district in May, 1988. This was done in order to assess the magnitude of IDD in ... -
Prevalence, aetiology and antimicrobial susceptibility of bacterial neonatal meningitis at Tikur anbessa specialized hospital, Addis ababa, Ethiopia
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Background: Meningitis is inflammation of meninges, which affects all age groups from the newborn to elderly and occurs more commonly during the first month of life. The highest burdens of bacterial meningitis occur in ... -
Prevalence, antimicrobial susceptibility and serotypes of group b streptococcus recto-vaginal isolates from pregnant women at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background: Estimates of group B streptococcus (GBS) disease burden, antimicrobial susceptibility, and serotypes in pregnant women are limited for many resource-limited countries including Kenya. These data are required ... -
Prevalence, Associated Factors and Management of Hyperglycemia in Neonates Admitted With Sepsis at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background Neonatal sepsis is among the leading causes of neonatal mortality globally and locally. Hyperglycemia is one of the metabolic derangements that occur in neonatal sepsis and it is associated with increased morbidity ... -
Prevalence, associated factors and outcome of acute kidney injury among children and adolescents undergoing cardiopulmory bypass surgery in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2012)Background: Acute kidney injury is a serious complication associated with cardiopulmonary bypass surgery. According to the RIFLE system, patients are categorised as being at risk, having injury, and complete failure. The ... -
The Prevalence, Associated Factors, Management and Outcomes of Postpartum Hemorrhage Among Women Admitted to Princess Christian Maternity Hospital in Freetown, Sierra Leone: a Retrospective Study.
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background: Postpartum Hemorrhage (PPH) is a leading cause of maternal deaths globally and is associated with 73% of all maternal deaths in low-income setting. The number of women who suffer from PPH globally is estimated ... -
Prevalence, Associated Factors, Maternal and Perinatal Outcomes of Pregnancies Complicated by Preterm Premature Rupture of Membranes Between 24 - 28 Weeks Gestational Age at Military Hospital of Kamenge
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background: Premature preterm rupture of membrane (PPROM) is a major public health concern, complicating approximately 3% of all pregnancies globally ,with 50% of these pregnancies resulting into preterm births. The ... -
Prevalence, Associated Risk Factors and Progression of Asymptomatic Peripheral Arterial Disease at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: The prevalence of peripheral arterial disease worldwide has been estimated at between 4.5% and 29%. Peripheral arterial disease can be asymptomatic or symptomatic. It is an independent risk factor for cardiovascular ... -
Prevalence, associated risk factors and progression of asymptomatic peripheral arterial disease at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: The prevalence of peripheral arterial disease worldwide has been estimated at between 4.5% and 29%. Peripheral arterial disease can be asymptomatic or symptomatic. It is an independent risk factor for cardiovascular ... -
Prevalence, Barriers and Facilitators of Age Appropriate Transition From Paediatric to Adult Care Among Hiv Infected Adolescents/youth at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Background: Rates of Human Immuno-Deficiency Virus infection among adolescents and youth in Kenya continues to rise and due to wide access to life saving anti-retroviral therapy there has been an improvement in survival ... -
Prevalence, Causative Organisms and Risk Factors for Urinary Tract Infections in Spinal Cord- Injured Patients
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Spinal cord injuries (SCI) is a common occurrence in many hospitals in Kenya. Urinary tract infection is one of the major causes of morbidity and urosepsis in spinal cord- injured patients. The epidemiology of ... -
Prevalence, Clinical Characteristics, and Impact of Primary Headaches on Children Attending Upper Primary School in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Headache is defined as pain that occurs above the auriculo-infraorbital line. This is one of the most common causes for presentation to a medical facility or healthcare practitioner. It is a common complaint in children ... -
Prevalence, Clinical Characteristics, Maternal and Perinatal Outcomes of Patients With Recurrent Preeclampsia at Kenyatta National Hospital - a Cross- Sectional Study
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Introduction: Hypertensive disorders in pregnancy are a significant cause of maternal morbidity and mortality globally. The recurrence rate of preeclampsia ranges from 6% to 25%, with the variability depending on patient ... -
Prevalence, Clinical Presentation and Factors Associated With Chronic Respiratory Disease Among Children With Cerebral Palsy at Kenyatta National Hospital - a Hospital Based Cross-sectional Study.
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Respiratory complications are the major causes of morbidity and repeated hospitalizations in children with cerebral palsy (CP). These children have risk factors related to their neurological impairment and ... -
Prevalence, Clinical Presentation and Initial Management of Subchorionic Hematoma Among Women With Per Vaginal Bleeding in the First Trimester of Pregnancy at Kenyatta National Hospital in Year 2019-2020
(University of Nairobi, 2021)chorion and uterine wall and occurs usually in first trimester. The incidence of SCH based on studies done globally is between 3.5% to 39.5% It carries a risk of complicating pregnancy outcomes, including inducing miscarriages, ... -
The prevalence, intensity and morbid1ty of schistosomiasis among the school children from Rusinga Island, Lake Victoria in Kenya
(1987)A cross-sectional descriptive study of schistosomiasis was carried out on the school children residing on Rusinga Island of Lake Victoria in Kenya. Between February and December, 1986 a total of 2620 pupils (79.5%) out ... -
Prevalence, knowledge, attitude and practice on refractive error among students attending Public high schools in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2015)BACKGROUND: Uncorrected refractive error is a major public health concern and is the biggest cause of visual impairment in the world. Refractive errors can be easily corrected with spectacles. Lack of knowledge, erroneous ... -
Prevalence, Morbidity, And Response To Treatment Of Schistosoma Mansoni In A Rural Primary School Population
(University of Nairobipaediatrics and child health, 1982)All the children in Lietune Primary School,Machakos District, Kenya were examined in a study to determine the prevalence and intensity of Schistosoma mansoni infection and correlated with morbidity as determined by standard ...