Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS): Recent submissions
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Association Between Hypertensive Disorders in Pregnancy and Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes Among Women With Sars-cov-2 at Pumwani Maternity and Aga Khan University Hospitals in Kenya, 2021-2022
(University of Nairobi, 2023)BACKGROUND Studies in high-income countries demonstrate that patients with Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) have a 2-fold risk of developing hypertensive disorders in pregnancy (HDP). In these ... -
Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Diabetic Retinopathy Among Patients Attending the Diabetes Clinic at the Bamenda Regional Hospital, Cameroon
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Diabetic retinopathy (DR), a vision-threatening complication associated with diabetes, requires careful management in diabetic patients. Awareness of diabetic retinopathy varies significantly across studies, ... -
Comparative Study of Pregnancy Outcomes Among Women With High and Low Order Caesarean Deliveries at Kenyatta National Hospital Between January 2020 to December 2022
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background: From the literature, there is consensus that CS deliveries increase the odds of adverse maternal and perinatal outcomes such as mortality, PPH incidence, and poor Apgar scores to name a few. It is also ... -
Factors Associated With Low-birth-weight at Mandera County Referral Hospital, Mandera, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: A birth weight of less than 2500g, irrespective of gestational age, is referred to as "low birth weight." Each year, WHO estimates that Low birth weight affects 20 million newborns worldwide (representing 15 ... -
Outcomes and Predictors of Treatment Failure Among Patients Managed for Low-risk Gestational Trophoblastic Neoplasia on First-line Single-agent Chemotherapy at Kenyatta National Hospital From 2013 to 2022
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background Low-risk gestational trophoblastic neoplasia (GTN) responds well to single-agent first-line chemotherapy with remission rates of 50% to 100%. There is consensus to treat low-risk GTN with a World Health ... -
Comparison of Vaginal Microbiome in Fertile Women Versus Those With Infertility at Kenyatta National Hospital: (a Comparative Cross-sectional Study)
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: The desire to have children is powerful & widespread but for a sizable population it is not easily fulfilled. Infertility concerns are rising globally, the average infertility rate worldwide is about 10% of ... -
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 ...
