Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS): Recent submissions
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High-risk HPV-RNA screening of physician- and self-collected specimens for detection of cervical lesions among female sex workers in Nairobi, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)OBJECTIVE: To compare accuracy of detecting high-grade cervical lesions (squamous intraepithelial lesions or greater, HSIL+) by high-risk HPV messenger RNA (hrHPV-RNA) testing between physician- and self-collected ... -
Dispensing of Antimicrobials in Kenya: A Cross-sectional Pilot Study and Its Implications.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Objective: The objective of this study was to evaluate the extent of self-medication of antibiotics and dispensing practices in Kenya. Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out at three selected pharmacies ... -
Prevention against malaria before the first antenatal visit and absence of anaemia at the first visit were protective from low birth weight: results from a South Kivu cohort, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background: There is little information on the causes of low birth weight (LBW, <2500 g) in South Kivu. The authors determined the prevalence of LBW among full-term newborns, and its relationship with malaria and anaemia ... -
A facility-based study of women' satisfaction and perceived quality of reproductive and maternal health services in the Kenya output-based approach voucher program.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)BACKGROUND: This is a facility-based study designed to assess perceived quality of care and satisfaction of reproductive health services under the output-based approach (OBA) services in Kenya from clients' perspectiv ... -
Circumcision status at HIV infection is not associated with plasma viral load in men: analysis of specimens from a randomized controlled trial.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background Male circumcision provides men with approximately 60% protection from acquiring HIV infection via heterosexual sex, and has become a key component of HIV prevention efforts in sub-Saharan Africa. Possible ... -
Prevalence and Data Availability of Early Childhood Caries in 193 United Nations Countries, 2007-2017.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)OBJECTIVES: To assess the relationship between health care system and economic factors and early childhood caries (ECC) data availability and prevalence. METHODS: We estimated ECC data for 193 United Nations countries ... -
Vasculitis in Africa
(University of Nairobi, 2018)PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Systemic vasculitides are characterized by inflammation of blood vessel walls leading to a myriad of organ disorders depending on the size, site, and location of the affected blood vessel. The ... -
Adapting clinical practice guidelines for diabetic retinopathy in Kenya: process and outputs
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background The use of clinical practice guidelines envisages augmenting quality and best practice in clinical outcomes. Generic guidelines that are not adapted for local use often fail to produce these outcomes. Adaptation ... -
Screening for congenital fetal anomalies in low risk pregnancy: the Kenyatta National Hospital experience
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background: Congenital malformations contribute significantly to the disease burden among children globally. A study conducted in Kenya on understanding the burden of surgical congenital anomalies, highlights the need ... -
Cytokine Expression and Hypertension Comorbidity in HIV/AIDS Patients at Kenyatta National Hospital HIV Care Centre, Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Chronic inflammation in HIV disease is sustained by immune reconstitution that results from use of combination therapy by patients and manifested by increased expression of inflammatory cytokines. Chronic inflammation in ... -
Prevalence Of Vitamin D Deficiency In Adult Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infected Persons At District Hospital In Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Abstract: Background : The increased availability of highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) for Human immunodeficiency virus ( HIV ) infected patients has led to significant reduction in mortality. ... -
Serum Ferritin Levels In Patients With Sickle Cell Anaemia At The Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Abstract: Background: The iron levels in Sickle Cell Anaemia (SCA) is thought to be increased because of the repeated red cell transfusion, haemolysis with subsequ ent recycling and accumulation of ... -
Managing ocular allergy in resource-poor settings.
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Squamous cell carcinoma of the conjunctiva.
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Audit of care of severely malnourished children aged 6-59 months at Al-Sabah Children Hospital, Juba, South Sudan.
(University of Nairobi, 2017)BACKGROUND: Malnutrition is a critical public health concern in South Sudan where an estimated 200,000 children aged under five years are at risk of being malnourished. Studies have shown that adequate and timely treatment ... -
Management of acute diarrhoea among children aged 6-59 months admitted at Juba Teaching Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2018)INTRODUCTION: Diarrhoea is a leading cause of mortality and morbidity in children under five worldwide and accounts for 42.9% of under-5 mortality in South Sudan. Clinical outcomes for diarrhoea correlate with the quality ... -
Mothers' knowledge on essential newborn care at Juba Teaching Hospital, South Sudan
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Introduction: Globally neonatal mortality remains high and in South Sudan is estimated at 52/1000 live births. Objective: To identify the gaps in the knowledge and practices of essential newborn care among postnatal mothers ... -
Community’s Perception on Zoonotic Potential of Dog Helminthes Infections in Kangemi Slum of Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Dogs are the most adopted animals as pets worldwide and therefore pose a potential risk for zoonotic diseases due to the close relationship with humans. A cross-sectional study was conducted in Kangemi slum of Nairobi, ... -
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in Sexually Abused Children and Educational Status in Kenya: A Longitudinal Study.
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Children who experience sexual abuse often meet the criteria of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and other psychiatric disorders. This article examines Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and their educational status among children ... -
Adapting a stigma scale for assessment of Tuberculosis-related stigma among English/Swahili-speaking patients in an African setting.
(University of Nairobi, 2017)OBJECTIVE: To adapt a validated instrument that quantitatively measures stigma among English/Swahili speaking TB (tuberculosis) patients in Kenya, a high burden TB country. METHODS: Following ethical approval, we ...
