Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS): Recent submissions
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Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices on Use of Thermoluminescence Dosimeters by Radiology Personnel at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Radiation safety in radiology departments is of global, regional, and local concern. Thermo luminescence dosimeters (TLD) are recommended for radiation dose monitoring, but their use at work is hypothesized ... -
Patterns, Management, and Early Outcomes of Traumatic Subaxial Cervical Spine Injuries at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: The risk of subaxial cervical injuries has increased with increasing road traffic accidents. Traumatic subaxial cervical spine injuries (TSCI) are significant due to their potential for severe neurological ... -
Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices on Hospital-acquired Infections Among Healthcare Workers at Kamuzu Central Hospital in Malawi
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Hospital Acquired Infections (HAIs) are of great public health importance and have contributed to substantial morbidity and mortality among patients globally. Health Care Workers (HCWs) are essential in preventing ... -
Clincal Outcomes Ans Assessment Of Quality of Life of Patients Diagnosed With Metastatic Renal Cell Carcinoma and Treated With Sunitinib at the Nairobi Max Access Solutions Clinic
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background. Sunitinib Was Approved in 2006 as Standard Therapy for Metastatic Renal Cell Carcinoma.............................. -
Prevalence and Factors Associated With Depression Among Patients With Hypertension and Diabetes in Kiambu County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Mental illnesses have been on the rise with depression being one of the prevalent mental health conditions. Depression is one of the prognostic indicators for non-communicable diseases including diabetes ... -
Urban and Peri-urban Agroforestry (Upaf) for Climate Change Adaptation and Ecosystem Services Provision in Kiambu Sub-county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Although they occupy less than 2% of the earth's surface, urban and peri-urban areas utilize 78% of the world's energy and generate more than 60% of the greenhouse gas emissions. The urgency for climate change mitigation ... -
Prevalence and Factors Associated With Loss to Follow-up Among Thyroid Disease Patients at Kenyatta National Hospital Paediatric Endocrinology Clinic Between January 2013 to December 2022
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Thyroid diseases are among the most common endocrine conditions worldwide with 33.3% of cases occurring in children aged 1-3 years. Hypothyroidism is the most prevalent thyroid disease (30.6%) of cases followed ... -
Patient Safety: Practice and Barriers to Adherence to Central Line Care Bundle Among Doctors at Knh
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Introduction: Preventing Central Line Associated Blood Stream Infections (CLABSI) is critical in 21st century healthcare and aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals.......................................................... -
Assessment of Alignment in Proximal Extra-articular Tibia Fractures Managed at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background Proximal tibia fractures account for about 5% -11% of all tibia fractures and contribute to significant morbidity leading to gait disturbance and reduced quality of life. These fractures are challenging to ... -
Prescription Patterns and Risk Factors for Seizure Control Among Adult Epileptic Patients at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background Epilepsy, a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent seizures, presents complex and multifaceted challenges to patients in Low and Middle-Income Countries. Objective To describe the prescribing of ... -
Impacts of Climate Change on Water Yield in Lake Kyoga Catchment: A Case of Akokorio and Kapiri Sub-catchments
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Lake Kyoga basin is largely under semi-arid characteristics with limited water resources and sensitive to climate change. Previous studies reveal that the region is prone to occurrence of extreme wet and dry climatic ... -
One-Year Post-Diagnosis Outcome of Children Aged Less Than 12 Years with Dilated Cardiomyopathy at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)BACKGROUND: In Africa, dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in children is the main factor contributing to heart failure. Outcomes vary from complete recovery to death or cardiac transplant. The outcomes of children with DCM at ... -
Determination of Blood Sugar Control Practices in Patients With Diabetes Mellitus During Covid-19 Pandemic Attending Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Background: The management and control of blood sugars levels in a diabetic patient is a difficult task and entails a number of measures to achieve the desired goals. These measures are complicated more by the recent ... -
Determinants of Uptake and Adherence to Recommended Care Among Children With Sickle Cell Disease in Bungoma County Referral Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Sickle Cell Disease is a global public health issue designated by the World Health Organization and the United Nations. In sub-Saharan Africa, 240,000 newborns are born with Sickle Cell Disease every year. By ... -
Indications, Outcomes, and Complications of Percutaneous Sclerotherapy in the Management of Hemangiomas and Cystic Lesions at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background The effective management of hemangiomas and cystic lesions using percutaneous sclerotherapy optimizes desired clinical outcomes and minimizes the associated complications in affected patients. Intra-lesional ... -
Role of Liver Biopsy in the Evaluation of Prolonged Cholestatic Jaundice in Infants at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Jaundice that lasts beyond 14 days in a term infant and 21 days in a preterm infant is referred to as prolonged jaundice. Cholestatic jaundice is invariably pathologic, so it needs to be quickly diagnosed and ... -
Prevalence of Cardiometabolic Comorbidities Among Ambulatory Breast Cancer Patients at Kenyatta National Hospital
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Assessment of Knowledge of Obstetric Danger Signs and Its Associated Factors Among Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Clinic at Pumwani Maternity Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Study Background High death rate of pregnant women especially in developing countries has created the need for the improvement of the process of pregnancy danger signs’ awareness as a method to enhance uptake of skilled ... -
Vitamin D3 Levels in Adults Attending Elective Orthopaedic Surgery Clinics at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Elective orthopedic surgery (EOS) encompasses procedures like ligament reconstruction, joint replacement, and fracture fixation, often needed to alleviate persistent pain and disability and enhance quality of life. ...
