Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS): Recent submissions
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The value of magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography in obstructive jaundice. A retrospective and prospective study at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University Of NairobiCollege of Health Sciences, 2011)Introduction: Diseases of the hepatobiliary tree are common all over the world and recently developed magnetic resonance imaging techniques are increasingly finding application in the evaluation of biliary and pancreatic ... -
Fetal Outcomes Among Pregnant Women Presenting With Reduced Fetal Movements At Kenyatta National Hospital
(Univesity Of NairobiSchool of Medicine ( Obstetrics And Gynaecology), University of Nairobi, 2010-11)Background: Reduced fetal movement in pregnancy is a common cause of anxiety and admission of pregnant women. It is considered a high risk pregnancy with the fetus at risk of hypoxia and sudden death. Fetal surveillance ... -
Characteristic radiological and histological patterns of jaw fibrous dysplasia and ossifying fibroma.
(University of NairobiSchool of Dental Sciences, 2007-08)OBJECTIVE: To document the characteristic histopathological and radiographical patterns of two common FOLs of the jaw bone: the ossifying fibroma (OF) and fibrous dysplasia (FD). Study Design: A retrospective and prospective ... -
Maternal factors predisposing to early-onset Neonatal sepsis at Kenyatta National Hospital Maternity unit
(University of NairobiCollege of Health Sciences, 2011)Background: Neonatal sepsis, defined as sepsis within the first 28 days of life, is a major risk factor for neonatal mortality and accounts for about 1 million deaths annually. Early onset neonatal sepsis is acquired ... -
An Anthropometric Study Of Children With Sickle Cell Anaemia At The Kenyatta National Hospital,Nairobi.
(University of NairobiPaediatrics and child health, 1983)Weights,heights, upper-mid-arm circumference, skin fold-thickness and head circumference measurements were recorded in a cross sectional study of 256 children with sickle-cell anemia aged between 5 months and 14 years. ... -
The role of magnetic resonance imaging in the evaluation of Gynecological Disorders
(University of NairobiDepartment Of Diagnostic Imaging And Radiation Medicine, 2009)Background Pelvic disease is a major cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide-Studies have shown that MRI is invaluable in evaluating the female gynecological pelvis where Computed Tomography (CT) and Ultrasound (US) ... -
Prevalence of vicarious traumatisation among caretakers in Kakuma refugee camp, Kenya
(University of NairobiDepartment of Psychiatry, 2006-12)BACKGROUND Many individuals who work with trauma survivors expenence an enhanced sense of meaning,self-esteem, respect for the strength of others, and connection with humanity. However, these caretakers or professional ... -
Prevalence of tuberculosis infection in children exposed to adults with sputum smear positive pulmonary tuberculosis in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi.College of health Sciences, 2009)Background Tuberculosis is a global health problem with 9 million people having active disease, of whom 1 million are children, and causing up to 2 million deaths annually. Children often contract tuberculosis from an ... -
Malocclusion and tooth/arch dimensions in the deciduous dentition of pre-school children In Nairobi
(University Of NairobiCollege of Health Sciences, 2011)Normal alignment of teeth not only contributes to oral health but also goes a long way in the overall well-being and personality of an individual. One of the values of monitoring children during the deciduous dentition ... -
Risk factors for cardiac dysfunction in children on treatment for cancer at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of NairobiSchool of Medicine, 2007)Introduction: Management of paediatric malignancies requires a multimodal approach to treatment. Modalities include combination of various antineoplastic drugs and radiotherapy. This multimodal approach puts patients at ... -
A review of primary malignant penile neoplasms at Kenyatta National Hospital over a 20 year period (January 1970 - January 1989)
(University of NairobiSchool of Medicine, 1990)Primary malignant neoplasms of the penis are rare in this country. A total of 20 patients were seen at Kenyatta National Hospital between January 1970 and January 1989 and all were histologically havinq squamous cell ... -
Attitudes of nursing staff towards Computerization: a case of two Hospitals in Nairobi, Kenya
(University Of NairobiCollege of Health Sciences, 2011)Aim: - This study aimed at determining the attitudes of nurses towards the use of computers and the factors that influence these attitudes. Background: - The health sector is faced with constant changes as new approaches ... -
Effects Of Organic Extract Of Enzoy On Isolated Rabbit Heart Andjejunum
(University of NairobiFaculty of medicine, 2009)The use of traditional and herbal medicines has continued to grow globally. One particular herbal medicinal product, Enzoy has continued to gain widespread popularity as a remedy for self-medicated treatment of infertility ... -
Prevalence of refractive errors among primary school children in Makueni District, Kenya
(University of NairobiSchool of Medicine, 2007)Title: Objective: ABSTRACT:Prevalence of refractive errors among the primary school children of Makueni District, Kenya. To determine the magnitude and pattern of significant refractive errors in primary school children ... -
Factors Associated With Hiv Treatment Failure
(University of Nairobi.Faculty of Medicine, 2009)Background: The availability of HAAR T has had a profound positive effect on HIV morbidity and mortality. However, the occurrence of primary treatment failure is a drawback to this success resulting in higher cost of ... -
Cardiovascular Manifestations Of Sickle Cell Anaemia In Patients Of 13 Years And Above At The Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of NairobiSchool of Medicine, 1990)55 Sickle cell anaemia (SCA) patients were studied with a view to determining their cardiovacular status. Their ages were ranging between 13-27 years with a medium of 18.9 years. They comprised 27 males and 28 females. ... -
Diabetic Ketdacidosis At The Kenyatta National Hospital.a Prospective Study:1981-1982."presentation,precipitating Factors.mortality And Problems Of Management"
(University of Nairobimedicine, 1983)30 patients presenting to the Kenyatta National Hospital in diabetic ketoacidosis were each subjected to a well tried regimen of therapy, namely "small dose-intramuscular insulin" regimen. Besides insulin every patient ... -
Point Of Care Testing In Diabetic Patients: The Use Of Glycated Hemoglobin And Blood Glucose Assays And Their Application In Diabetic Mice Model
(University of Nairobi.College of health Sciences, 2009)This study aimed at using point of care testing for glycated hemoglobin and blood glucose assays to determine management of diabetes in patients at Nyeri provincial general hospital and the trends of the same in induced ... -
The diagnostic role of ultrasonography in patients with thyroid gland enlargement at Kenyatta National Hospital, Nairobi, Kenya (E. Africa).
(University of NairobiSchool of Medicine, 2007)Background /\ prospective cross section study was carried out at the Department or Diagnostic Imaging and Radiation Medicine of the University of Nairobi, the X-ray Department of Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH), the ... -
The Pattern Of Findings In Double Contrast Knee Arthrography And Comparison With Results At Arthrotomy In Nairobi
(University of NairobiSchool of Medicine, 1990)A retrospective and prospective study was carried out between July 1988 and Jul), 1990. During this period 171 consecutive double contrast knee arthrograms were done at the Nairobi Hospital and studied for purposes of ...
