University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Haemodialysis vascular access function in dialysis patients at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background The number of patients requiring renal replacement therapy (RRT) worldwide has been on the rise. Vascular access (VA) is the life-line for the majority of these patients when on haemodialysis (HD). VA related ... -
Factors Influencing Public Participation in Project Development in Busia County Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Public participation is the basic principle of our democracy and has become one of the important conditions which are essential for the implementation of programmes and projects. Over the years, Kenya has progressively ... -
Echocardiographic abnormalities in patients with rheumatoid arthritis attending the rheumatology clinic at the Kenyatta National Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Background: The risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD) in Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is not related primarily to traditional atherosclerosis risk factors or to drugs but rather has a complex multifactorial interaction. ... -
Prevalence of keratoconus in patients with allergic conjunctivitis attending Kenyatta National Hospital eye clinic
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Objective: To determine the prevalence of keratoconus among patients with allergic conjunctivitis aged between 8 and 30 years, attending Kenyatta National Hospital eye clinic. Methods: Patients already diagnosed with ... -
The prevalence of alcohol abuse among Egerton university students in Njoro- Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-09)The main objective of higher institutions of learning in Kenya is to provide education and growth experiences for its students but alcohol abuse has continued to be a problem in the university campuses that is slowing down ... -
Gastrointestinal symptoms and gastrointestinal quality of life in renal transplant patients: a descriptive cross sectional study
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background Renal transplant recipients are a special group with specific needs in their care, overall care is centered on the graft function and bodily functioning. The immunosuppressive state and immunosuppression affect ... -
Breastfeeding of children 0-24 months in Busia district: patterns and barriers
(University of Nairobi, 2015)INTRODUCTION: Breastfeeding provides infants and young children with nutrients for healthy growth and development. Virtually every mother can breastfeed with the right information and support. Assessment of the local ... -
Prevalence and predictors of oral mucositis in patients undergoing radiotherapy for head and neck carcinomas at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background Oral mucositis is a common and significant acute complication of radiotherapy and chemotherapy but there is limited data on its overall impact, prevalence and risk factors in our setting. Objective To ... -
Correlation of neurologic sequelae with types of surgical treatment for brain abscesses: aspiration and craniotomy with excision
(University of Nairobi, 2016-05)Background: Pyogenic brain abscesses are life threatening conditions that require urgent surgical and medical treatment. Neurologic sequelae of pyogenic brain abscesses and or surgery include hemiplegia, monoplegia, visual ... -
Influence of Quality Assurance and Standards Officers on Implementation of Co-curricular Activities in Public Secondary Schools in Kenya: Case of Migwani Sub County
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The purpose of this study was to investigate the influence of the supervisory role of Quality Assurance and Standards Officers (QASOs) in implementing co-curricular activities in public secondary schools in Migwani Sub-County ... -
The antimicrobial susceptibility patterns in patients with blood culture positive sepsis at the accident and emergency department Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background Sepsis and septic shock are a major cause of morbidity and mortality globally. The case fatality rate in the developing countries is twice that in the developed world. Being a treatable cause of mortality, a ... -
Factors influencing learners satisfaction with distance learning:a case of bachelor of arts university of Nairobi, Kenya
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Patterns and clinical outcomes of surgically treated cervical spine degenerative disc disease at the Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital, Eldoret
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Background: Degenerative disc disease is a condition characterized by wear and tear of the intervertebral disc. It occurs in a variety of clinicopathologic conditions including cervical spondylosis. Locally, there is no ... -
Fani Katika Utenzi Wa Mwana Hasina Na Rashid Walii
(university of Nairobi, 2016)Tasnifu hii ninaitabarukia wazazi wangu wapendwa Charles Muchiri na Ann Muchiri kwa kunipa elimu. Mume wangu mpendwa Zachary Theuri kwa kunisaidia kwa hali na mali wakati nilipokuwa nikisoma. Aidha, kwa kunipa moyo wa ... -
Identification and characterization of accessory gland proteins in the Glossina genus as a conceivable vector control strategy in tsetse flies
(University of Nairobi, 2015-11)Accessory gland proteins (ACPs) are reproductive proteins produced by the male accessory glands (MAGs) of most insect species. These proteins are essential for male fertility and play a major role in regulating female ... -
Prevalence of keratoconjunctivitis sicca in patients with HIV/AIDS attending the couples counselling centre in Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: HIV and AIDS is one of the greatest public health challenges in Sub-Saharan Africa and especially Kenya. HIV/AIDS can affect the eye and cause sight threatening manifestations, including Keratoconjunctivitis ... -
Reforming Elections Management and Administration in Kenya: the Case for Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (Iebc)
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Pattern of psychiatric morbidities and gaps in diagnosis among patients at the Sierra Leone psychiatric hospital, Freetown
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: Mental health is an essential and integral component of health. Sierra Leone, which emerged from decade-long civil war and recently suffered from the worst outbreak of Ebola virus, left many citizens of the ... -
Factors influencing project sustainbility of women donor funded projects; a case of sauti ya wanawake organisation - Pwani
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Sauti Ya Wanawake Organization - Pwani (SYWP) is a local women’s movement based at the Kenyan coastal region, which started in 2001 with an aim for creating a safe space for women to discuss issues that are affecting ...
