Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS): Recent submissions
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Early Outcome of Lower Limbs Length Discrepancies and Angular Deformities in Skin Traction of Femoral Shaft Fractures in Children Aged Between One- and Five-years at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Femur shaft fractures make for 0.7% to 1.7% of all pediatric fractures and 3.5% of long bone extremities, and 20% of children hospitalized with fractures. These injuries have a bimodal distribution with two ... -
The Phytochemical Composition and Effects of Crude Beetroot Extract on the Progression of Induced Metabolic Dysfunction–associated Steatotic Liver Disease in Albino Rats
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: The prevalence of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) and its related comorbidities has been on the rise. Its pathogenesis is multifactorial and involves an imbalance in hepatic ... -
Short-term and Intermediate Outcomes for Newborns Managed With Esophageal Atresia at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Esophageal atresia is a congenital anomaly of the esophagus that results in an interrupted esophageal lumen. Esophageal atresia may be associated with or without a fistulous connection with the trachea. The lack of ... -
Determinants of Adverse Drug Reactions in Patients With Breast Cancer Undergoing Treatment at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)An adverse drug reaction is a harmful, unintended effect resulting from drug use at doses that are normally used for disease management. Cancer patients are prone to more adverse drug reactions due to the cytotoxic nature ... -
Type-specific Human Papillomavirus and Its Association With Human T Lymphotropic Virus-1 Among Women Accessing HIV Care at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background Cervical cancer is a serious disease with a global annual mortality of 311,000, particularly affecting low and middle-income countries, including Kenya where the mortality rate is 27 deaths per 10,000 women. ... -
Independent Predictors of Prolonged Postoperative Ileus in Children Undergoing Abdominal Surgery at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Prolonged post operative ileus is a disorder of gastrointestinal motility most frequently occurring after abdominal surgery. It has a reported incidence ranging from 3 – 32%. It is controlled by several physiologic ... -
Assessing the Readiness of the Newborn Unit at Kenyatta National Hospital to Implement Nurturing Care Practices for Preterm Infants
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) are lagging behind in addressing the problem of neonatal mortality even though marked reductions in global mortality rates have occurred in the last two decades. The WHO ... -
Outcomes of Liver Resection at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Liver resections are lifesaving procedures for indicated conditions but are not commonly done in many African Countries, due to lack of skilled staff and attendant logistical support needed to execute them. ... -
Prevalence of Acute Complications of Type 1 Diabetes in Children and Adolescents in Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus is a frequent long-term endocrine condition in Kenyan kids although it has largely been under-reported. Due to parental/caregiver unawareness or a knowledge gap in the ... -
Cross-sectional Study on Prevalence and Risk Factors Associated With Colorectal Cancer Among Patients Aged 50 Years and Below Treated at Kenyatta National Hospital, for the Period From 1st March 2023 to 31st August 2023
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the third most cause of cancer mortalities globally. While the overall rates of CRC have reduced in people aged over 50 years, this reduction has not been seen in younger people, ... -
Prevalence of Hepatitis B Virus Infection and the Associated Risk Factors for Infection and Prenatal Transmission Among Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Clinic at Benadir Hospital, Mogadishu
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background: Hepatitis B is an illness that may generate either a rapid onset of symptoms or a chronic infection in humans. This virus damages the liver. The hepatitis B virus is a DNA virus that has a structure that is ... -
Prevalence and Factors Associated With Burnout Among Anaesthesia Providers in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Burnout is an occupational hazard precipitated by chronic exposure to excessive work-related stress. It can negatively impact the health and safety of patients and clinicians. Burnout among anaesthesia providers ... -
Comparison of Pre-operative Ct Scan and Laparotomy Findings in Adult Patients With Blunt Abdominal Trauma at Kenyatta National Hospital: a Comparative Cross-sectional Study.
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: The abdomen contains vital organs such as the liver, spleen, kidneys, and intestines, which are susceptible to injury in blunt trauma incidents such as motor vehicle accidents, falls, or assaults. The forceful ... -
The Prevalence and Factors Associated With Substance Use Disorders Among Patients at Habeeb Neuropsychiatry Hospital in Mogadishu Somalia
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Substance use is indeed a significant public health issue globally, and it can have serious health, social, and economic consequences. In conflict-affected and resource-constrained countries like Somalia, ... -
Effects of Maternal Folate Use on Postnatal Development of the Rat Cerebellar Cortex
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Time to Sputum Conversion Among Patients With Drug-resistant Tuberculosis in Kenya: Retrospective Cohort Study
(University of Nairobi, 2024)The increase in cases of drug-resistant tuberculosis, particularly noted during the 1990s, represents a significant public health challenge and poses a threat to global tuberculosis control efforts. The clinical relevance ... -
Prevalence and Associated Risk Factors of Human Placental Malaria Parasitization in Juba_south Sudan
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Pregnant mothers are more likely to be at risk of malaria infections, which commonly present with severe adverse effects during the gestational period. This thesis aimed at determining both point and time prevalence of ... -
Proportion of Low Birth Weight Infants Over 2 Weeks of Age on Fortified Human Milk and Its Relationship to Occurance of Late Onset Hyponatremia in Kenyatta National Hospital, Newborn Unit
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Introduction– The placenta efficiently mediates the transfer of nutrients and products of metabolism to the foetus. Premature delivery halts this transfer of nutrients, putting the infant at risk for extra uterine growth ...
