University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Rise of the female Orthopaedic Surgeon
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Post-priapism erectile dysfunction rates and associated factors in adult patients at a national referral hospital.
(JPPS, 2022-09-09)Background: Priapism is prolonged penile tumescence that goes on for 4 hours unassociated with sexual stimulation, and can lead to erectile dysfunction (ED). Methods: Using a cross-sectional study, 78 adult male patients ... -
Relationship Between Injury Severity Score & Post-traumatic Stress Disorder Among Orthopaedic Trauma Surgical Patients at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background: Major trauma has been defined and assessed using the Injury Severity Score (ISS). A total score of more than 16 has been linked to the development of post-traumatic stress disorder. Trauma is associated with ... -
Patterns of Distribution of Frontal Recess Cells and Superior Attachment of Uncinate Process in Patients Undergoing Paranasal Computed Tomography Scan at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background Frontal recess cells and superior attachment of uncinate process are key to understanding the drainage of frontal sinus and are important anatomical landmarks during endoscopic sinus surgery. The two have ... -
Regeneration and Genetic Diversity of Frankincense Tree (Boswellia Sacra Flueck.) Accessions From Somaliland
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Boswellia sacra is a frankincense-producing tree found in the Arabian Peninsula that includes Oman and southern Somaliland (Northern Somalia). In Somaliland, it is mainly distributed in the Sanaag region including Cel ... -
Drug Consumption and Expenditure Patterns at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background: Efficient drug supply chain systems ensure sustained accessibility, availability and affordability of essential medicines. This may be achieved through rational selection, quantification, procurement, distribution ... -
Needle and Syringe Programs for Reducing Blood-borne Diseases Among People Who Inject Drugs in Sub-saharan Africa: a Scoping Review Protocol
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Objective: This review will identify, explore, and map the literature on the characteristics and implementation modalities of needle and syringe programs for reducing blood-borne diseases among people who inject drugs in ... -
Neurocognitive Deficits and Socioeconomic Risk Factors Among Children and Adolescents Living With Hiv in Sub-saharan Africa: a Systematic Review
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Introduction: Children and adolescents living with HIV (C/ALHIV) are at a risk for significant neurocognitive deficits. There is limited literature that addresses the role of socioeconomic factors in neurocognitive deficits ... -
Effect of in-situ Water Harvesting Technologies and Fertilizer Application on Nutrient Uptake, Use Efficiency, and Yield of Maize and Beans in Katumani, Machakos County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Low crop yields due to erratic rainfall and deteriorating soil fertility in smallholder farmers’ fields of Sub-Saharan Africa have prompted a quest for more resource-efficient production practices. In-situ water harvesting ... -
The Influence of Surface Design Elements on Millennial Consumers’ Preference and Purchase Intentions of New Tuzo Yoghurt in Nairobi.
(University of Nairobi, 2022)The millennial purchasing behavior has been scrutinized by researchers, both in academic and in practice. However, little studies have been done on the subject of how packaging surface design influence millennials ... -
Stakeholders' Knowledge, Attitude, and Perceptions on the Control of Taenia Solium in Kamuli and Hoima Districts, Uganda
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Taenia (T.) solium is a zoonotic parasite causing three diseases: Taeniasis and cysticercosis in humans and porcine cysticercosis in pigs. Although biomedically, the transmission of the parasite can be easily interrupted ... -
An Aggressive Cuckoo Search Algorithm for Optimum Power Allocation in a Cdma-based Cellular Network
(University of NairobiUniversity of Nairobi, 2022)This paper proposes an aggressive cuckoo search algorithm for optimum power allocation in a CDMA-based cellular network. To make the cuckoo search algorithm aggressive, adaptive parameters are used to vary the step size ... -
Prevalence and Factors Associated With Relapse in Patients Admitted at Jubilee Psychiatric Unit, Nyangabgwe Referral Hospital, Botswana.
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background Relapse defined as exacerbation of mental illness symptoms after recovery has a negative impact on the quality of the patient’s life as well as their caregivers; it also weighs down on the quality of mental ... -
Factors Influencing Choice of Implants in Primary Total Hip Replacement in Kenya: a Multicenter Study
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background: Hip replacement surgery has been very successful in the management of debilitating hip conditions that have failed to respond to conservative management. The choice of implants is based on multiple factors, ... -
Assessment of the Effectiveness of Communication Channels Disseminating Fall Armyworms Information in Maize Production: a Case of Kakamega County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Globally, effective communication channels have played an imperative role in the dissemination of critical information to farmers. However, dismal attention has been given to the access of such information communication ... -
Human Papilloma Virus Genotypes in Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis Patients at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background: Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis is an aggressive, recurrent, difficult to manage disease, caused by Human Papillomavirus. It affects both children and adults. Determination of the human papilloma virus ... -
Preparation and Evaluation of Rust Removal Solution for Anticorrosive Properties
(University of Nairobi, 2022)The deterioration of metal surface especially iron due to oxidation or other chemical reactions results in the formation of rust. Rust consists of hydrated iron (III) oxide (Fe2.O3. nH2O), which is generated when iron, ... -
Abundance of Trichoderma Species in Different Habitats and Their Efficacy in the Management of Bacterial Wilt of Tomato
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum L.) is a key vegetable in Kenya, listed as second most economically important in the horticultural industry. The production of tomatoes has greatly been affected by bacterial wilt caused by ... -
Outcomes of Induction of Labor Versus Expectant Management in Low-risk Pregnancies at 39-41weeks in Pumwani Maternity Hospital, 2020: a Prospective Cohort Study
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Introduction: The Royal College of Obstetrician Gynecologists (RCOG), American College of Obstetrician Gynecologists (ACOG) and the WHO recommend induction of labor for pregnancies at 41 weeks gestation and beyond for ...
