Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS): Recent submissions
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Associating Maternal Depression To Stunting And Later Cognitive Deficits In Children- A Case Of Kitui, Kenya
(university of Nairobi, 2015)Maternal depressive symptoms are negatively associated with early child development and quality of parenting across different cultures and socioeconomic groups. A study conducted in Bangladesh revealed that maternal ... -
The prevalence of asthma phenotypes in patients attending the chest clinic at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: Asthma is a heterogeneous disease characterized by distinct inflammatory and clinical phenotypes. Knowledge of these phenotypes enables individual patient targeted treatment resulting in better control leading ... -
Depression and Psychosocial Risk Factors Associated With Pregnant Adolescentsmixed Method Study Based at Kangemi Health Centre,Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: - Adolescent pregnancy within urban resource deprived settlements predisposes young people to adverse mental health and psychosocial risks. Among the key mental health challenges is depression; a significant ... -
Maternal determinants of neonatal mortality among mothers delivering In Nakuru County Level 5 Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2016-07)Background: Neonatal mortality is a major global health concern especially in the African continent and accounts for 40% of all child mortality globally and 60% in middle and low income countries.Available statistics have ... -
Characterization of neonatal sepsis among patients admitted in Kenyatta National Hospital paediatric wards.
(University of Nairobi, 2016-10)Introduction: Neonatal sepsis remains a common and serious problem. There are four million neonatal deaths annually worldwide. One out the four million neonatal deaths is due to neonatal sepsis. Background: Neonatal ... -
Prevalence of adverse childhood expriences (aces) among patients with substance use disorder at Mathari hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: Substance use disorders are a major cause of health and social problems worldwide. Research evidence shows a strong graded relationship of adverse childhood experiences and substance use in adulthood. Aim: ... -
Assessment of the cost-utility of pre-referral malaria treatments in Kenyan children using decision analytic modeling
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Effect of variable high fat diets on heart rate variability and selected modifiable cardiovascular risk factors
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: Cardiovascular diseases are on the rise particularly in developing countries and multiple factors are responsible this alarming trend. Non-ideal dietary fats adversely affect the traditional cardiovascular risk ... -
Adhesive post operative small bowel obstruction in adult patients as seen at the Kenyatta National Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: Adhesions are the leading cause of small intestinal obstruction worldwide. The commonest risk factor to the formation of adhesions has been shown to be previous abdominal surgery. The degree of peritoneal ... -
Antinociceptive activities of extracts of croton megalocarpus hutch (eurphobiaceae) using animal models
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The use of plant parts for therapeutic purposes has been widely practiced in Africa. One of the trees used for fever and analgesia is Croton megalocarpus. However, animal studies have not been done to evaluate this claimed ... -
A 5 year’s retrospective case series on the clinical profile and management of retinoblastoma at Maputo Central Hospital, Mozambique
(Univeraity of Nairobi, 2016)Background: Retinoblastoma is the commonest intraocular malignancy in childhood. The national epidemiological characteristics of retinoblastoma in Mozambique are not clearly known. Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment ... -
The effects of CYP2B6 Polymorphisms on CD4 cell count in HIV Patients on Nevirapine Based Regimens at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2015-11)Background: The CD4 cell count has become a valuable indicator of immunological function in the management of HIV infection. Regular measurements of CD4 levels have been utilized to assess immunological response to ... -
Andati_Association Between Helicobacter Pylori Infection And Nutritional Status Of Children Aged 1 To 5 Years At Kenyatta National Hospital.
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)ABSTRACT Introduction and background information: H.Pylori is the most common chronic bacterial infection in humans worldwide with 50% of the world’s population is thought to be infected. The infection is mostly acquired ... -
Factors influencing service delivery in public hospitals: a case of nairobi county, kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)This research project was conducted on ‘Factors influencing service delivery in Public Hospitals: a case of Nairobi County, Kenya’. The study was conducted at Kenyatta National Hospital, Mbagathi Hospital and Mama Lucy ... -
Molecular Characterization and Antibiotic Resistance Profiles of Salmonella Isolated From Fecal Matter of Domestic Animals and Animal Products.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Salmonella species are among the most genetically diverse and a common cause of food borne diseases worldwide. The species is associated with important losses in animal produce and it has significant public health implications ... -
Causes of Blindness and Severe Visual Impairment Among Students Attending School for the Blind in Beira, Mozambique
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background/Introduction: The World Health Organization defines low vision as visual acuity of less than 6/18, but equal to or better than 3/60), or visual field loss to less than 20 degrees, in the better eye with best ... -
The Uptake And Utilization Of Free Maternal Health Care Services In Kericho County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015-10)Utilization of maternal health services is expected to improve maternal and neonatal health outcomes. Understanding the factors affecting maternal health use is crucial. Financial constraints are one of the major factors ... -
Assessement Of The Extent To Which The Vision 2020 Eye Care Service Delivery Targets Had Been Met In Burundi By 2015
(University Of Nairobi, 2015)Purpose: To conduct a situation analysis of the implementation of VISION 2020 “The Right to Sight” global initiative in Burundi. Methods: This was a descriptive cross-sectional study targeting District, Regional, and ... -
Assessment of aseptic technique among nurses in management of burns patients at Kenyatta national hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2016-10)Background: Nurses are at greater risk of acquiring and transmitting Health Care Acquired Infections (HCAI) in the course of delivering nursing care; measures to prevent the transmissions are therefore a significant core ... -
Determination of Mycoplasma Mycoides Subsp. Mycoides Components That Confer Protection Against Contagious Bovine Pleuropneumonia and Understanding of Immunological Responses
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Contagious Bovine Pleuropneumonia (CBPP) is a severe respiratory disease caused by Mycoplasma mycoides subsp. mycoides (Mmm) which is widespread in Africa. The main control option is a live vaccine, with low efficacy and ...
