Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS): Recent submissions
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Management, Outcomes and Survival of Patients With Obstructive Uropathy Due to Cervical Cancer Admitted at Kenyatta National Hospital (2014 – 2019)
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Uterine cervical cancer is associated with long-term infection of the Human Papilloma Virus in 99% of cases. It is the second most common cancer in women in Kenya after breast cancer. The advanced stage of ... -
The Prevalence of Hearing Loss Among Patients With Hypothyroidism at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: The association between hypothyroidism and hearing loss has been well documented. The prevalence of hearing loss in acquired hypothyroidism is 25% and in congenital hypothyroidism it is 35-50%. However, there ... -
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 ... -
A Comparative Study on the Effects of Dry Electrolyte Balanced Heparin Versus Liquid Heparin on Arterial Blood Gas Parameters in Critically Ill Patients
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Arterial Blood gas (ABG) analysis is an important investigation and diagnostic tool done on patients admitted in Critical Care Units (CCUs). ABG analysis is used to monitor acid base balance and effectiveness ... -
Patterns of Healthcare-associated Infections in Patients at Kenyatta National Hospital Main Intensive Care Unit
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Healthcare-Associated Infections refer to those infections that occur 48 hours after admission to healthcare facilities. Such infections are related to the use of invasive devices and procedures. Intensive ... -
Prevalence and Factors Associated With Persisting Respiratory Symptoms and Signs Four Weeks After Discharge From Hospital Following Treatment for Severe Acute Pneumonia in Children Aged 2 – 59 Months
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Pneumonia is the single largest infectious cause of death in children worldwide. With advances in treatment, many children survive severe pneumonia with risk of residual disease. Our study sought to describe ... -
Prevalence of Psychiatric Comorbidity, Associated Socio-demographic Factors in Patients With Alcohol Use Disorder at Mathari National Teaching and Referral Hospital Centre for Substance Abuse Treatment
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Alcohol use disorder is a major contributor of the increasing morbidity and mortality rates across the world. It has been estimated, for example, that AUD contributes approximately 3.3 million deaths in the ... -
Patterns, Management and Outcomes of Patients With Aero-digestive Tract Foreign Bodies at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Study background: Aero-digestive foreign bodies (F.B.s) are increasingly being encountered in the surgical units in many hospitals. F.B. lodgement in the aero-digestive tract constitutes an important cause of significant ... -
Patterns of Tacrolimus Metabolism and Kidney Allograft Outcomes at the Kenyatta National Hospital
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Barriers to Timely Initiation and Completion of Guideline Concordance Treatment for Patients With Carcinoma of the Cervix Stage 1b2-iva at Cancer Treatment Centre, Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background. Cervical carcinoma is the second most common cancer among women in Kenya, with an incidence of 2454 per year according to Globocan 2020. Most patients (80.5%) present with locally advanced form of carcinoma ... -
Perspectives of Youths at Kenyatta National Hospital Living With End Stage Kidney Disease on the Impact of the Disease
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: End-stage kidney disease (ESKD) is a public health concern that occurs as a complication of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in which the kidneys have lost almost all of their function. Chronic kidney disease is a ... -
A Review of Anterior Segment Injuries at Kikuyu Eye Unit in Kenya, a 3-year Retrospective Study
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background Ocular trauma is a major worldwide problem to health. It can cause severe visual impairment or visual loss. Its impact can be felt at the individual and society level. It affects the cost, time spent accessing ... -
The Prevalence and Factors Associated With Suicidal Behavior Among Young Patients Attending the Youth Center at Kenyatta National Hospital - a Mixed Methods Study
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background: Suicidal behaviour, a spectrum of self-destructive behaviour ranging from temporary wishes of one’s death to completed suicide and is one of the major global sources of recurrent distress, especially among ... -
Outcomes of Patients With Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma Treated With Chemoradio Therapy a Single - Institution Experience
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background Nasopharyngeal carcinoma is the most prevalent head and neck malignancy in Kenya and contributes to significant morbidity and mortality. Most patients present with advanced disease because there is no effective ... -
The Prevalence, Practice and Attitude Towards Teleradiology by Radiologists and Radiology Residents in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Teleradiology occurs when a radiologist interprets images away from the centre where the images were generated. Teleradiology started in the United States, but the practice has grown globally and is now part ... -
A Survey of Perioperative Monitoring Capacity of Major Referral Hospitals in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background: Monitoring in anaesthesia entails checking the physiologic progress and status of patients over time. This is important in predicting, preventing, and mitigating adverse perioperative events, hence a certain ... -
The Prevalence of Malnutrition in Under-five Years Old Children by Socioeconomic Status in Turkana, Bungoma and Kakamega Counties, 2013 - 2014.
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background. Insufficient protein or energy intake can cause malnutrition, affecting children's growth and well-being. This may lead to stunted physical and mental development, with under-five years old children facing ...
