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Prevalence, Associated Factors, Maternal and Perinatal Outcomes of Pregnancies Complicated by Preterm Premature Rupture of Membranes Between 24 - 28 Weeks Gestational Age at Military Hospital of Kamenge
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background: Premature preterm rupture of membrane (PPROM) is a major public health concern, complicating approximately 3% of all pregnancies globally ,with 50% of these pregnancies resulting into preterm births. The ... -
Granulosa Cell Tumour of the Ovary: a Descriptive Cohort Study in Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Granulosa cell tumour (GCT) of the ovary is a rare neoplasm accounting for about 2% - 5% of primary ovarian neoplasms. The major functions of granulosa cells include the synthesis of sex steroids and various ... -
Analysis of Subtropical Anticyclones as Synoptic Controls of Seasonal Rainfall Extremes in East Africa
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This study aims to investigate the influence of anticyclones adjacent to Africa on seasonal rainfall extremes over East Africa, focusing on the March to May (MAM) and October to December (OND) rainy seasons. Specific ... -
Determining the Impact of Liposuction on Patient Satisfaction of Quality of Life and Body Image: a Prospective Study in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: The need to be considered physically attractive and the urge to match the conventional beauty model is continually gaining importance in our modern society. This is further worsened by the unrealistic ideals ... -
Safety Knowledge and Practices of Consumers and Vendors of Milk Sold in Milk Dispensers and Bars at Embakasi West Sub-county, Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Brucellosis is a significant zoonotic disease that is widespread worldwide and can cause adverse economic losses in case of an outbreak. The prevalence of brucellosis in Sub-Saharan Africa in humans is estimated to vary ... -
Understanding the Cosmological Crisis on the Shape of the Universe Using Planck Data
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The shape of the universe has been a major topic of debate for scientists over the years. Since the beginning of time human beings have been seeking answers to intriguing questions concerning the nature of the universe, ... -
Functional Outcome After Surgery for Intracranial Meningioma at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Intracranial meningiomas represent 34.4% to 41.4% of all brain tumors at the Kenyatta National Hospital. Meningiomas and their attendant treatment can cause various functional and neuropsychological impairments that affect ... -
Assessment of Household Expenditure Patterns and Their Effects on Food Security: the Case of French Beans Producing Households in Mbooni Sub-county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)One of the major cash cropping practices in Kenya is horticultural production, and includes French beans, for export. Over the years, production and export of French beans in Mbooni Sub-county, Makueni County, has shown a ... -
Assessing Factors Influencing Farmers’ Willingness to Pay for Index-based Insurance Products for Common Bean in Huye District, Rwanda
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) is one of the most important food crops to Rwandese and cash crop for smallholder farmers in Rwanda. Due to the weather shocks that negatively affect bean productivity, index-based insurance ... -
Comparison of Pregnancy Outcomes Between Early/full Term and Late/post Term Gestations at Kenyatta National Hospital Between 2017 and 2019: a Comparative Cross-sectional Study
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: As pregnancy continues past the expected due date, there is increased risk of both maternal and perinatal complications during pregnancy, labour or following birth and this is especially so for late and post ... -
Prevalence, Clinical Presentation and Initial Management of Subchorionic Hematoma Among Women With Per Vaginal Bleeding in the First Trimester of Pregnancy at Kenyatta National Hospital in Year 2019-2020
(University of Nairobi, 2021)chorion and uterine wall and occurs usually in first trimester. The incidence of SCH based on studies done globally is between 3.5% to 39.5% It carries a risk of complicating pregnancy outcomes, including inducing miscarriages, ... -
Effects of Watering Regimes and Planting Density on Taro (Colocasia Esculenta) Growth and Yield Under Moisture Beds in Embu, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Taro (Colocasia esculenta (L.) Schott) is one of the underutilized crops and is considered an orphan crop. In the tropics, taro is an important staple food in the human diet. Taro has suffered low production in Kenya due ... -
Status of Maize Lethal Necrosis in Seed Production Systems and Interaction of Viruses Causing the Disease in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Maize is cultivated in different climatic and ecological conditions in Africa. In Kenya, it’s a principal crop with an average of 90% of residents in maize production areas relying on it for food and employment. Production ... -
Performance of Plastic Waste and Waste Engine Oil as Partial Replacement of Bituminous Asphalt Concrete in Flexible Pavements
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Plastic waste is an emerging issue posing serious pollution problems to the environment. Waste Engine Oil has also become an environmental nuisance causing water pollution and soil degradation. In addition to the emerging ... -
Assessment of the Nutrient Status and Limiting Nutrients for Maize Production in Smallholder Farm Fields in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Low crop yields in Sub Saharan Africa (SSA) are as a result of declining soil fertility. Most farmers rely on nutrient recycling in their farms which is not sustainable as it leaves the soils depleted of nutrients. ... -
Comparison of the Visual and International Prostate Symptom Score in the Evaluation of Patients With Benign Prostatic Enlargement at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Study background Lower urinary tract dysfunction is a common urological complaint. It is of heterogeneous origin and becomes more prevalent with age. The clinical approach to LUTS features the usage of the IPSS which ... -
Modelling Rain Attenuation Prediction for Terrestrial Links at Centimeter and Millimeter Bands Over Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The wireless sector of telecommunications networks has seen the development of more data-hungry products and services due to the industry's ongoing growth. The radio network's constrained bandwidth must support these ... -
Antibacterial, Antifungal and Sub-acute Toxicity Properties of Yushania Alpina (African Mountain Bamboo)
(University of Nairobi, 2023)In the recent times, chemotherapy against bacterial and fungal infections has faced a huge challenge because of resistance to antibiotics and antifungal agents and also emergence of new microbial infections which have ... -
Vaginal Microbiome in Women With Preterm Birth and Those With Term Birth That Attended Anc at Thika Level 5 County Referral Hospital Between January 2019 and March 2019
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Vaginal microbiome influences pregnancy outcomes and the presence of vaginal dysbiosis has been shown to cause preterm birth. Approximately, there were 15 million preterm births per year, globally and 25% are attributable ... -
Antimicrobial Investigations, Phytochemical Constituents and Cytotoxicity Evaluation of Acokanthera Schimperi (a. Dc.) Schweinf. Leaves Crude Extract
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Phytomedicine, a significant area of study and an intervention towards alleviation of mankind and animal suffering using ethnomedicine and ethnoveterinary approaches, has catapulted bioprospection in drug discovery. This ...
