Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS): Recent submissions
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Factors Associated With Adherence to Antiretroviral Therapy Among Older Adults (50 Years and Above) at Busia County Referral Hospital Comprehensive Care Center in Busia County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: The advent of efficacious antiretroviral therapy (ART) has caused human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) to become a manageable chronic disease and subsequently resulted in longevity of life for people living with ... -
Prevalence of Urinary Tract Infection, Microbial Etiology, and Antibiotic Sensitivity Pattern Among End-stage Kidney Disease Patients on Maintenance Hemodialysis at Kenyatta National Hospital Renal Unit
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: End-stage kidney disease is an established risk factor for bacterial infections........................................... -
The Influence of Constitutive Cervical Interleukin-17 Cytokines on Hiv-1 Infection Transmission Outcomes
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)-1 infection is still a major global health concern, with women and young girls in the sub-Saharan region disproportionately infected. The natural transmission of HIV primarily ... -
Factors That Affect the Survival of Young Female Patients Diagnosed With Breast Cancer at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Introduction Breast cancer incidence has been increasing in developing countries, being diagnosed at a younger age as compared to developed countries. Various factors have been implicated to affect the outcome of young ... -
Exploring the Correlation of Bacterial Vaginosis With Immunoglobulin Profiles in Cervicovaginal Mucus
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) is the most common lower genital tract condition occurring worldwide, with high prevalence in Africa, especially sub-Saharan Africa. BV impacts not only the vaginal microbiome but also ... -
Patterns and Outcomes of De-novo Metastatic Breast Cancer Based on the Various Molecular Subtypes at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background Breast cancer is the most frequently diagnosed malignancy among women. Globally, it ranks as the fourth leading cause of cancer-related mortality. In Kenya it is the second primary cause of cancer-associated ... -
Assessment of the Knowledge and Practice of Radiation Safety Among Health Care Professionals in Operating Theatres at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Ionizing radiation is routinely used in the operating theatres both diagnostically and for some therapeutic procedures. However, exposure to ionizing radiation can pose significant health and safety risks ... -
Growth Patterns and Factors Associated With Loss to Follow-up at Two Weeks Post-discharge Among Low Birth Infants at Knh
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Low birth weight (LBW) infants are frequently discharged from hospital growth retarded and show reduced growth postdischarge. Neonatal growth failure has been linked to increased mortality, higher rehospitalization ... -
Preoperative Hemoglobin-albumin-lymphocyte -platelet [halp] Score Utility in Predicting Surgical Outcomes of Pediatric Intussusception at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)BACKGROUND Intussusception is the leading cause of intestinal obstruction in infancy and early childhood. Postoperative mortality in Sub-Saharan Africa is as high as 13% There is limited research on preoperative indices ... -
The Management Practices, and the Perceived Barriers in the Definitive Treatment of Rheumatic Heart Disease at the Kenyatta National Hospital, Cardiology Unit
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Rheumatic heart disease remains a major cause of morbidity and mortality in low and middle-income countries............................................... -
Potential Occupational Stressors for Prison Officers in Taita Taveta County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Introduction: Stress has been rated second in frequency of health problems regarding the occupational environment. Prison officers are exposed to unique and powerful stressors and are proven to be at higher risk of ... -
Prevalence and Outcomes of Inflammatory Breast Cancer Among Patients Diagnosed With Breast Cancer at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Inflammatory Breast Cancer (IBC) represents a rare yet aggressive variant of breast cancer. Despite its rarity, difficulty in diagnosis and poor prognosis, there has been no study done in local Kenyan setting ... -
The Cost of Inpatient Treatment of Burns at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Burn injuries have a significant cost impact on the survivors and their families with associated lengthy hospital stays and loss of income. Few studies have been done internationally to quantify the cost burden ... -
Prevalence of Gastrointestinal Symptoms and Health Related Quality of Life in Ambulatory Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background Gastrointestinal symptoms are often reported in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus............................. -
Abnormalities of Left Ventricle Geometry and Function Among Non-dialysis Chronic Kidney Disease Patients at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: The spectrum of cardiac abnormalities among CKD patients include ischemic heart disease, rhythm abnormalities, left ventricle (LV) dysfunction and abnormal LV geometry.............................. -
Modern Contraceptive Choice and Use Experiences Among Married Childbearing Women in Majengo Slum, Meru County
(University of Nairobi, 2024)A cross-sectional descriptive study on modern contraceptive choice and use experiences among married childbearing women conducted in Majengo slum, Meru County. The study guided by phenomenology theory examined decision-making ... -
Factors Influencing Infant Oral Mutilation Practice Among Mothers in Machakos Level 5 Hospital in Machakos County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Infant Oral Mutilation (IOM) is a dangerous and sometimes fatal traditional practice with a prevalence rate of 60% in the East African Community region. It entails extraction of unerupted primary tooth buds in ... -
Exploring Experiences of Nurses Who Underwent Quarantine and Isolation Due to Covid-19 Infection: A Phenomenological Study at Critical Care Unit, of Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Empirical studies indicated that quarantine and Isolation of nurses who worked in CCU during COVID-19 pandemic caused significant shortage of nursing personnel. Compounded with negative psychological, emotional, ... -
Etiological Agents of Infective Meningitis and Encephalitis Among Patients Admitted at Mbagathi County Hospital and Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Meningitis and encephalitis (ME) are associated with significant morbidity and mortality in the Kenyan population. HIV infection, universal roll-out of HAART, introduction of universal vaccination and emergence ... -
Intraoperative Throat Pack Usage at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: A throat pack is inserted to absorb fluid and prevent surgical debris from passing into the patient’s airway or digestive tract. Its use during surgery varies and poses a significant risk to the patient if ...
