Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS): Recent submissions
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Prevalence of Primary Nocturnal Enuresis and Treatment Among 6-13-year-old Children Attending Primary Schools in Mombasa County
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Primary nocturnal enuresis is a common pediatric condition that affects children worldwide. It is a source of depression of child’s self-esteem and self-image. It has a significant impact on the well-being and ... -
Prevalence of Depression and Associated Factors Among Patients With Epilepsy in Urban Informal Settlements in Nairobi, Kenya
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Factors Affecting Oral Health Related Quality of Life of Complete Denture Wearers Rehabilitated at the University of Nairobi Department of Dental Sciences
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background Loss of teeth affects the performance of daily life activities and may have an undesirable effect on the general Quality of Life (QoL). Rehabilitation with removable complete dentures (RCD) improves QOL though ... -
Availability, Price and Affordability of Anticancer Drugs in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Cancer is the second leading cause of death globally. In Kenya, cancer is the third leading cause of mortality after infectious and cardiovascular diseases. Cancer treatment is unaffordable in many countries especially low ... -
Incidence of Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes Between Referred and Non-referred Patients With Obstetric Emergencies at Longisa County Referral Hospital June, 2013-2020
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background: Approximately 99% of deaths occurring in developing countries are as a result of obstetric emergencies. The World Health Organization estimates that globally, there are around 358,000 women who die annually ... -
Prevalence, Maternal Characteristics and Outcomes of Repeat Teenage Pregnancy Among Teenage Mothers Admitted in Kenyatta National Hospital and Pumwani Maternity Hospital; a Comparative Cross-sectional Study
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Teenage motherhood is a major public and social health concern associated with poor medical, psychological and socio-economic consequences. According to report by United Nation Population Fund (UNFPA, 2022), ... -
Case Fatality Rate Among Preeclampsia/eclampsia Patients Admitted in Integrated Icu Versus Dedicated Obstetrics Icu in Kenyatta National Hospital From November 2017 to July 2022
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: • HDP has been found to be the most prevalent indication for ICU admission and one of the major causes of maternal mortality worldwide, majority of which occur in developing countries. Pre-eclampsia and ... -
Knowledge and Practices of Eye Health Among School Health Attendants in Boarding High Schools in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: The WHO report on vision notes that visually impaired school-age children may be affected in their academic pursuits and their self-esteem affected compared with their visually normal peers. Most causes of ... -
Pre-hospital Delay and Patient Knowledge in Acute Cerebrovascular Accident at Kenyatta National Hospital
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Validity of Ocular Surface Disease Index for the Diagnosis of Dry Eye Syndrome at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Dry eye syndrome (DES) is a collection of tear film disorders characterized by instability or decreased tear production, ocular pain and/or visual abnormalities and ocular surface inflammation. DES is a ... -
Evaluation of the Clinical Impact of the Antimicrobial stewardship Program at Gertrude’s Children’s Hospital 2014-2021
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Inappropriate use of antimicrobials is becoming a significant issue, particularly in low- and middle-income countries, contributing to antimicrobial resistance. As a response, there is a growing emphasis on ... -
Assessment of the Quality and the Factors That Influence Bacteriological Contamination of Raw Milk in Uganda
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Milk plays an important role in the human body due to its rich nutritional content that enhances a good sensory property and contains most of the nutrients needed for rapid mental and physical development as well as ... -
Prevalence and Determinants of Postpartum Depression Among Women Attending Postnatal Clinic at Kenyatta National Hospital: a Hospital-based Cross-sectional Study
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Postpartum depression (PPD) is a major public health concern, which is often underdiagnosed due to the associated stigma. PPD is more prevalent in developing countries due to limited resources, and is up ... -
Prevalence, Antimicrobial Sensitivity Patterns, and Risk Factors for Chlamydial and Gonococcal Genital Infections Among Pregnant Women at the Kenyatta National Hospital 2022
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Sexually transmitted infections have been on the rise and are a major public concern. The infections include Chlamydia, Gonorrhoea, Syphilis, Trichomoniasis, Hepatitis B and Human Immunodeficiency Virus. They ... -
The Prevalence and Pattern of Paediatric Proptosis in the Ophthalmology Department, Kenyatta National Hospital, Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Proptosis of the eyeball is a clinical condition that can manifest in pediatric patients with a wide range of etiologies and clinical features. Etiologies range from congenital conditions to tumors and inflammatory ... -
Prevalence of Antenatal Depression and Its Associated Factors Among Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Clinic at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Antenatal depression is an illness that many pregnant women go through as a result of physical and emotional changes. Excessive tiredness, mood changes, lack of hope, sleep difficulties, disinterest in everyday ... -
Factors Associated With Adverse Perinatal Outcomes Among Covid 19 Positive Pregnant Women in Pumwani Maternity and Aga Khan University Hospitals From 2021-2022, a Case-control Study
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Pregnancy-related changes in the immune system make pregnant women more vulnerable to infections, including viral infections such as COVID-19. Pregnant women who test positive for COVID-19 face a higher risk ... -
An Online Survey on COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy among Facebook Users in Mogadishu, Federal Republic of Somalia
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Introduction: During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Somalia faced challenges with mass vaccination such as limited vaccine supplies and vaccine hesitancy. Identifying reasons for vaccine hesitancy will inform the ... -
Prevalance of Hyperuricemia in Adult Renal Transplant Patients at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Hyperuricemia is prevalent in renal transplant recipients and has been shown to be a cause of adverse graft outcome through its direct effects on the kidney and indirectly through its cardiovascular effects ...
