Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS): Recent submissions
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The Effect Of Wild Yam (Dioscorea Villosa) Tincture On Memory And Learning In Mice
(University of Nairobi, 2018)In this work, the effect of orally administered tincture of wild yam (Dioscorea villosa) on learning and memory in mice at different ages (young mature, middle aged and elderly) has been studied. To the best of the ... -
Pattern And Outcome Of Pediatric Cataract Surgery At Kwale Eye Centre
(University of Nairobi, 2018)ABSTRACT Objective To assess the outcome of childhood cataract surgery in Kwale Eye Centre of surgeries performed between 1st January 2013 and 30th June 2016; to assess various factors such as pre-and post-operative visual ... -
HIV Infection As A Risk Factor For Venous Thrombosis A Case-Control Study At Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background: The association between HIV infection and venous thrombosis has long been postulated. It is estimated that HIV infected patients have a 2 to 10 fold increased risk of developing venous thrombosis. However the ... -
Autopsy Findings Of The Thymus In Cases Of Fatal Paediatric Severe Acute Respiratory Conditions At The Kenyatta National Hospital Farewell Home.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background: The thymus, together with the bone marrow plays a major role in primary lymphopoiesis. It is retrosternal organ that weighs up to 15 grams in the paediatric population. Physiologically the thymus is responsible ... -
Effect Of Free Maternity Services On Maternal Nearmiss Morbidity Among Women Delivering At Embu County Referral Hospital – A Quasi Experimental Study.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background: Healthcare cost is a major barrier to access of essential maternal services in the developing world. On 1st June 2013, Kenya introduced Free Maternity Services (FMS) in an effort to promote access and improve ... -
Outcome Of Chronic Suppurative Otitis Media Surgery In Two Teaching Hospitals In Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background Chronic suppurative otitis media (CSOM) is among the most common childhood infections. CSOM is the main cause of hearing loss among children in developing countries including Kenya. Operation Ear drop (OED) ... -
Correlation Of Symptoms And Computed Tomography Scan Findings In Patients With Chronic Rhinosinusitis At The Kenyatta National Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background: Rhinosinusitis is a significant health problem resulting in a large financial burden on society. Despite the high prevalence, worldwide diagnosis of rhinosinusitis still poses a challenge. Combination of nasal ... -
Prognostic Role Of Procalcitonin In Children With Sepsis At Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background Sepsis is a major cause of morbidity and mortality. The management of the early stages of sepsis plays a crucial role in the outcome of each patient. Part of this involves the use of appropriate antibiotic ... -
The Effect Of Intraoperative Co-Administration Of Ringers Lactate Combined With 0.9% Normal Saline On Serum Electrolytes And Lactate In Patients Undergoing Elective Craniotomy
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background Intravenous fluids are used in virtually all surgical specialties for fluid maintenance. The most common fluids used are 0.9% Normal Saline and Ringers Lactate. In the neurosurgical patients, the osmotic force ... -
Serum Biomarkers For Risk Of Cardiovascular Disease In Patients On Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy In Homa-Bay County Referral Hospital, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) continues as a major public health problem both in developing as well as developed nations. The prevalence of HIV in Kenya as determined by the National Aids Control Council ... -
Serum Biomarkers For Risk Of Cardiovascular Disease In Patients On Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy In Homa-Bay County Referral Hospital, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) continues as a major public health problem both in developing as well as developed nations. The prevalence of HIV in Kenya as determined by the National Aids Control Council ... -
Blood Ordering And Utilisation Practices For Elective Thoracic And Cardiovascular Surgery At Kenyatta National Hospital: A Step Towards Establishing A Maximum Surgical Blood Ordering Schedule.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)ABSTRACT: Introduction: Blood is a valuable resource and is vital in the safety of major operations. Its use for such surgeries should be guided by evidence-based protocols and guidelines. This is however not the case ... -
Early Neonatal Outcomes Among Mothers Receiving Variable Doses Of Dexamethasone For Management Of Preterm Premature Rupture Of Membranes At Kenyatta National Hospital Between 2011 And 2015: A Retrospective Cohort Study
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background: Antenatal corticosteroids reduce neonatal complications that arise in preterm births. Globally, the prevalence of preterm birth is 11%. In Sub-Saharan Africa and in Kenya, the preterm birth rate is 18% and 12% ... -
The Effect Of Timing Of Cord Clamping On Neonatal Haemoglobin And Haematocrit Values At Term: A Randomized Control Trial.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background: The umbilical cord is usually clamped immediately after birth. There is no sound evidence to support this approach, which might deprive the newborn of benefits such as an increase in iron storage during the ... -
Psychosocial Outcomes Associated With Sexual Violence Against Children Among Children Seen at the Nairobi Women’s and Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background: Sexual Violence Against Children has psychological, social, psychiatric and educational negative outcomes that are detrimental to the health of children and society as a whole. This study aimed at determining ... -
A Comparison of Different Parasitaemia Levels on Malaria Transmission Post-asexual Drug Treatment
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Malaria remains a public health concern despite remarkable progress towards its control. The current anti-malarial drug treatment, artemisinin-based combination therapy (ACT) is effective in clearing asexual stages and ... -
Challenges of Antiretroviral Therapy Adherence Among Sero-positive Pregnant Women in Murang’a County Referral Hospital in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background: Adherence of or more than 95% to Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) has been highly regarded as a success in HIV treatment. Globally, there are various challenges associated with ART adherence among sero-positive ... -
Dental Caries, Gingivitis and Nutritional Status of Preschool Children in Thika, Kiambu County.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Introduction: WHO 1948 defined health as complete wellness state including physical, mental and social parameters. Nutritional status of children has a major role in their growth and development. This study sought to ... -
Effect of Peri-operative Intravenous Fluids on Recovery of Intestinal Function After Caesarean Delivery Under Spinal Anaesthesia At Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background: Ileus refers to the delay of regular bowel movement following intra-abdominal surgery and lasts 2 to 3 days. It is a major problem after operation that delays recovery. Several studies on adults have investigated ... -
Effectiveness of Ultrasound Guided Transversus Abdominis Plane Block in Pelvic Gynaecological Surgery at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background: Goals of postoperative pain management are to relieve suffering, achieve early mobilization, prevent postoperative complications, reduce length of hospital stay, achieve patient satisfaction and prevent chronic ...
