Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS): Recent submissions
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Drug quality control in Kenya:Observation in drug analysis and research unit during the period 1996-2000
(Drug analysis and research unit Department o pharmaceutical chemistry faculty of pharmacy ,University of Nairobi, 2002)The Drug Analysis and Research Unit received and analyzed 261 drug samples over a five-year period, 1996 to 2000. Samples were received from regulatory authorities, local industry, non-governmental organizations, hospitals ... -
Composition of the essential oil of microglossa pyrrhopappa (A. Rich) agnew var. pyrrhopappa from Kenya composition of the essential oil of microglossa pyrrhopappa (A. Rich) Agnew var. pyrrhopappa from Kenya
(Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Nairobi,Instituto Multidisciplinario de Biologia Vegetal, . Universidad Nacional de Córdoba, Avenida Velez Sarsfield, 2001)The essential oil of Microglossa pyrrhopappa var. pyrrhopappa (A. Rich) Agnew (Compositae) from Kenya has been studied for the first time. Analysis of the oil by GC and GC/MS reveals that the major compounds were β-caryophyllene ... -
Evaluation of evidence-based episiotomy practice by midwives
(School of Nursing Science, College of Health Sciences, University of Nairobi, 2010)Research-based practice in nursing and midwifery is regarded as a means of ensuring that quality care is provided by integrating individual clinical expertise with the best available clinical evidence from systematic ... -
The incidence of nosocomial urinary tract infections: Kenyatta National Hospital - intensive care unit
(School of Nursing Sciences, University of Nairobi, 2011)Urinary tract infections (UTls) are the most common nosocomial infections in both acute care settings and long-term care facilities. Each year millions of urethral catheters are put in place in these facilities across the ... -
An audit of ranulae occurring with the human immunodeficiency virus infecton
(Departments of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery2Department of Periodontology, Community and Preventive Dentistry,Department of Pathology, Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi,, 2010-01)Currently, published literature has increasingly projected the ranula as a lesion that may be closely associated with exposure to the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). In this report, we document 28 patients who presented ... -
Investigation of the kinetics of degradation of hexopyranosylated cytosine nucleosides using liquid chromatography
(Department of Pharmaceuucal Chemistry, faculty of Pharmacy, University of Nairobi• Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Laboratorium voor Parmaceutische Chemie en Analyse van Geneesmiddelen, Paculteit Farmaceutische Wetenschappen, Van Evenstraat, 2000)Liquid chromatography was used to follow the degradation of hexopyranosylated cytosine nucleosides in buffers of acid, neutral and alkaline pH and of constant ionic strength, The compounds were found to degrade by hydrolysis ... -
Nursing and midwifery: a pratical approach
(2008)The article guides on how to care for patients with problems affecting the eyes •Before examining the eye, it is important to take a careful history from the patient. •When did they first notice signs or symptoms? Sudden ... -
Efficacy of traditional chewing sticks in plaque control
(1987-09)Recent literature is full of reports on the efficiency in plaque control and the antibacterial properties of "chewing sticks". But there has been lack of unanimity on the effectiveness of chewing sticks in plaque control ... -
Aromatic plants of Kenya IV: volatile and some non-volatile constituents of the stem bark of synadenium compactum N.E. Br. Var. Compactum
(Faculty of Pharmacy, University of NairobiUniversity of Ghana,Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Institute of Pharmacy. University of Erlangen,The International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology, 1999)The essential oil isolated by hydrodistillation from the stem-bark of Synadenium compactum N.E. Dr. var, compactum (0.2 %) was analysed by GC and GC-MS. Fifty five compound constituting about 89.9 % of the oil were separated ... -
Frequency of Alveolar Osteitis (dry socket) at Kenyatta National Hospital dental outpatient clinic -
(Department of Dental Surgery College of Health Sciences, University of Nairobi, 1989-10)The objectives of this study were to determine the frequency of alveolar osteitis at Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH), most affected age group and the reasons for underlying extractions. Out of 8,393 extractions 273 (3.3%) ... -
Evaluation of the kinetics of hydrolysis of diamln0 analogues of 2'- or 3'-deoxyadenosine and of 9-(2-deoxy-,b-d¬threo~pe tofuranosyl)adenine or 9-(3-deoxy-,b-d-threo¬pentofuranosyl)adenine by liquid chromatography
(Department of Pharmaceuucal Chemistry, faculty of Pharmacy, University of NairobiLaboratorium voor Medicinale Chernie, Rega Instituut, Minderbroedersstraat• Laboratorium voor Farmaceutische Chemie en Analyse van Geneesmiddelen, Faculteit Fannaceutische Wetenschappen,, 1999)The degradation of diamino analogues of Z' - or 3' -deoxyadenosine and of 9-(2-deoxy-,B-D-threo-pentofuranosyl)adenine or 9-(3-deoxy-,B-D-threo-pentofuranosyl)adenine in buffers of acid, neutral and alkaline pH and constant ... -
Management of male erectile dysfunction: a review.
(Department of Surgery, College of Health Sciences, University of Nairobi, 1998-11)Male erectile dysfunction is common although some patients are embarrassed and delay seeking medical advice. Recent improvements in the understanding of the anatomy, physiology and pharmacotherapy of penile erections, and ... -
Finasteride in the treatment of patients with moderate symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia.
(Department of Surgery, College of Health Sciences, University of Nairobi, 1998-05)This was a prospective study involving 27 patients with moderate symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) treated continuously with 5 mg of finasteride daily for one year. There was improvement in clinical BPH symptoms ... -
Aromatic plants of Kenya III:Volatile and some non-volatile constituents of croton sylvaticlls hochst
(Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Nairobi,University of Ghana,Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Institute of Pharmacy, University of Erlangen,The lntemational Centre for Insect Physiology and Ecology, 1998)The essential oil isolated by hydrodistillation from leaves of Croton sylvaticus Hochst (0.14 %) Was analyzed by GC and GC-MS . Over 52 components, constituting about 86.3 % of the oil, were separated. The major constituents ... -
Management of Fournier's gangrene at the Kenyatta National Hospital, Nairobi.
(Department of Surgery, Faculty of Health Sciences, Moi University, Eldoret., 1998-06)A prospective study involving the management of forty six patients with Fournier's gangrene was carried out at the Kenyatta National Hospital, Nairobi over a period of two years. The age range was nine to 81 years with a ... -
Nurse's knowledge, attitude and practice on the initial management of acute poisoning among adult casualties: study at Kenyatta National Hospital, Kenya
(School of Nursing Sciences, University of Nairobi, 2012)The purpose of this study was to determine nurse's knowledge, attitude and practice on the initial management of acute poisoning among adult casualties seen at Accident and Emergency Department (AED), Kenyatta National ... -
Screening and early detection for prostate cancer.
(Department of Surgery, College of Health Sciences, University of Nairobi, Kenya, 1997-10)Prostate cancer is the most common malignancy in men. Mortality due to prostate cancer has continued to increase over the past five decades despite all the different options of treatment at the disposal of the urologist, ... -
Effect of ageing on androgen levels in elderly males
(Department of Surgery, College of Health Sciences, University of Nairobi, Kenya, 1997-10)The past four decades have brought with it modern medical technology accompanied by better quality and longer life resulting in the increase in number of aged males in this locality. It has now been well established by ... -
Nosocomial infection of the urinary tract: pattern of antibiotic use and drug resistance
(Department of Surgery, University of Nairobi., 1997-03)Nosocomial infection of the urinary tract is a long standing problem that pre-dates the antibiotic era. Hospitals have remained veritable reservoirs of bacteria with increased numbers and types resistant to antibiotic ... -
Evaluation of the kinetics of hydrolysis of monoamino analogues of 2'- or 3'-deoxyadenosine and of 9-(2-deoxy¬b-d-threo-pentofuranosyl)adenine or 9-(3-deoxy¬b-d-threo-pentofuranosyl)adenine by liquid chromatography
(Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Faculteit Farmaceutische Wetenschappen, Van Evenstraat, 1995)Liquid chromatography was used to follow the degradation of monoamino analogues of 2'- or 3'¬deoxyadenosine and of 9-(2-deoxy-B-D-threo-pentofurano¬syl) adenine or 9-(3-deoxy-B-D-threo-pentofuranosyl) adeni nein buffers ...
