Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS): Recent submissions
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Spectroscopic and Voltammetric Determination of Bisphenol a Exposure to Polycarbonate Plastic Users
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Recently endocrine disorders have become a big concern. Endocrine-disrupting chemicals are contaminants interfering with hormone biosynthesis, metabolism, or change how the endocrine system works. Bisphenol A is an endocrine ... -
Incidence of Impaired Renal Function and Clinical Characteristics of Children 1 to 5 Years After Repair of Myelomeningocele at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background: Myelomeningocele (MMC) is a defect of primary neurulation that manifests at birth as a cleft in the vertebral column and the overlying skin resulting in exposure of spinal neural tissues, a persistent neural ... -
Prevalence and Socio-demographic Factors Associated With Hepatitis B Among Blood Donors at Mogadishu Turkey Training and Research Hospital in Somalia
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Hepatitis B is a highly transmissible infection which can occur due to contact with infected body fluids during blood transfusion, mother-to-child transmission, needle stick injuries and sexual contact. Hepatitis ... -
Prevalence and Impact of Fibromyalgia in Patients With Systemic Lupus Erithematosus at the Kenyatta National Hospital
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Seroprevalence of Taenia Saginata Cysts in Cattle, Human Hospital Cases of Taniasis and Risk Factors for Human Taeniasis in Kajiado County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Taenia saginata is a zoonotic tapeworm that causes disease in cattle and human. A cross sectional survey was conducted between June and July 2021 in Kajiado County, Kenya to (i) estimate the seroprevalence of Taenia saginata ... -
Prevalence of Ventricular Systolic Cardiac Dysfunction Among Paediatric Patients With Chronic Kidney Disease at Kenyatta National Hospital - a Hospital Based Cross-sectional Study
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Study Background: Chronic Kidney Disease is currently coming to light as a global issue, and with heightened awareness about kidney diseases there is a greater detection of children living with CKD. The risk of developing ... -
A Study of Conditions Causing Carcass and Organ Condemnation During Meat Inspection and Their Financial Implications in Kisii County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Meat inspection is an important activity along the value chain that not only guarantee food safety but equally plays an important role in safeguarding public health. The overall goal of meat inspection is to provide risk ... -
Quality of Commercial Alcohol-based Hand Sanitizers in Kampala: a Non-addressed Issue in Covid-19 Prevention in Uganda
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Introduction: The identification and worldwide spread of the new coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a global public health emergency. The World Health Organization recommended alcohol-based hand sanitizers to prevent ... -
Identification of Novel Candidate Genes Associated With Scab Disease Resistance in Common Bean (Phaseolus Vulgaris)
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Scab is a fungal disease of common beans caused by the pathogen Elsinoë phaseoli. The disease results in major economic losses on common bean, and there are efforts to develop integrated pest management strategies to control ... -
Hematological Findings in Pregnant Women With and Without Covid 19 Infection at the Nairobi Hospital Between 1st May 2021 and 31st August 2021.a Retrospective Comparative Cross-sectional Study
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID 19) is caused by Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) which majorly affects the respiratory system. It was first discovered in Wuhan, Hubei Province and ... -
Pattern of Upper Limb Amputations in Kenyatta National Hospital: a Five-year Retrospective Study
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Upper limb amputations contributes about 8-20% of the total amputations done compared to lower limb amputations contributing about 75-90%. However, it causes more functional losses and psychological trauma ... -
The Prevalence and Short-term Outcomes of Acute Kidney Injury in Patients Hospitalized With Covid-19 Infection
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Acute Kidney Injury is common among COVID-19 patients and is associated with adverse outcomes. This study aims to determine the prevalence and short-term outcomes of AKI among admitted COVID-19 patients, as ... -
The Prevalence and Associated Factors of Sexual Dysfunction Among Prostate Cancer Patients on Goserelin Androgen Deprivation Therapy in Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Background: The main modality of prostate cancer treatment has been Androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) which has been demonstrated in randomized studies to enhance overall survival when utilized for radiation for ... -
Prevalence of Depression, Anxiety and Associated Factors Among Patients Who Have Recovered From Covid-19 Infection 6 Months Post Diagnosis at Avenue Hospital Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background Covid-19 has impacted the lives of many Kenyans and has posed a great challenge to mental wellbeing. Little is known about mental health among adults who were infected with the virus. Common mental disorders ... -
Prevalence and Factors Associated With Hyponatremia Among Paediatric Oncology Patients at Kenyatta National Hospital- a Hospital-based Cross sectional Study
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Introduction: Hyponatremia is an independent predictive factor of survival in cancer patients; and its prompt correction is imperative. Data on the prevalence and factors associated with hyponatremia among paediatric ... -
Prevalence and Clinical Correlates of Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension of the Newborn in Neonates With Perinatal Asphyxia at Kenyatta National Hospital – Newborn Unit (KNH-NBU)
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Introduction Perinatal asphyxia is the inability to start or maintain breathing after birth. Globally around 9 million cases of perinatal asphyxia are reported annually and in Kenya, it accounts for 29% of neonatal ... -
Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Advanced Trauma Life Support Principles Among Health Care Workers in Accident and Emergency Departments in Nairobi, Kenya: a Multi-center Study
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: According to the World Health Organization, traumatic injuries are among the leading contributors to death globally, with ninety percent of the injuries approximated to occur in LMICs. The Global Burden of ... -
Anxiety and Depression Among Patients Treated at Two Fertility Centres in Nairobi; Prevalence and Associated Factors: a Descriptive Cross-sectional Study With a Sub-group Analysis
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background: WHO recognizes infertility as the 5th highest cause of disability under the age of 60 globally. Studies have shown a link between infertility and psychiatric problems, whereby earlier studies blame infertility ... -
Rates and Patterns of Central Diabetes Insipidus After Surgery for Sellar and Parasellar Tumors at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Central Diabetes Insipidus (DI) is a common post operative complication after procedures for sellar and parasellar tumors. It is associated with increased morbidity, mortality and prolonged hospital stay. It ...
