University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Systematic Review on Effectiveness of Antimicrobial Use for Prevention of Surgical Site Infections and the Use of Antimicrobials Perioperatively in Veterinary Practices in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Antimicrobials are often administered indiscriminately in veterinary surgical patients to prevent surgical site infection and improve the overall surgical outcome. Guidelines for using antimicrobials perioperatively in ... -
Diagnostic Concordance of Colposcopic Impression, Colposcopic Directed Biopsy and Final Excisional Biopsy Among Women Who Have Undergone Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure for Precancerous Cervical Lesions at Kenyatta National Hospital Between 2013-2022
(University of Nairobi, 2024)BACKGROUND A crucial part of preventing cervical cancer is the timely diagnosis and appropriate treatment of women with precancerous lesions of the cervix. These lesions are evaluated via colposcopic visual examination ... -
Prevalence and Risk Factors of Neisseria Gonorrhoeae and Chlamydia Trachomatis Among Pregnant Women With Preterm Premature Rupture of Membranes at the Kenyatta National Hospital and Pumwani Maternity Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Premature rupture of membranes complicates 2% of pregnancies and is associated with 40% of preterm deliveries with resultant significant perinatal morbidity and mortality. Previous studies have shown an association ... -
Association Between Hypertensive Disorders in Pregnancy and Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes Among Women With Sars-cov-2 at Pumwani Maternity and Aga Khan University Hospitals in Kenya, 2021-2022
(University of Nairobi, 2023)BACKGROUND Studies in high-income countries demonstrate that patients with Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) have a 2-fold risk of developing hypertensive disorders in pregnancy (HDP). In these ... -
Influence of Perceptions of Parents on Learners’ Participation in Physical Education in Private Primary Schools, Nairobi City County
(University of Nairobi, 2024)have a unique position in the determination and facilitation of the engagement of their children in different physical activities. The comprehension of the influence that parents have in supporting the participation of ... -
Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Diabetic Retinopathy Among Patients Attending the Diabetes Clinic at the Bamenda Regional Hospital, Cameroon
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Diabetic retinopathy (DR), a vision-threatening complication associated with diabetes, requires careful management in diabetic patients. Awareness of diabetic retinopathy varies significantly across studies, ... -
Comparative Study of Pregnancy Outcomes Among Women With High and Low Order Caesarean Deliveries at Kenyatta National Hospital Between January 2020 to December 2022
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background: From the literature, there is consensus that CS deliveries increase the odds of adverse maternal and perinatal outcomes such as mortality, PPH incidence, and poor Apgar scores to name a few. It is also ... -
Women's Economic Forum - Kenya 2025
(African Women Studies Research Centre & Women's Economic Empowerment Hub, University of Nairobi, 2025-02)The theme for this year’s forum is “What Works for Women’s Economic Empowerment” The Women’s Economic Forum 2025 is organized in partnership with the African Women Studies Center-Women’s Economic Empowerment Hub (WEE Hub) ... -
Factors Affecting Implementation of Competency Based Curriculum of Education in Primary Schools in Nairobi City
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The Kenyan education landscape has changed with the adoption of the Competence based curriculum (CBC) strategy. The implementation of the strategy successful requires understanding of the integration of CBC with the ... -
Gender Roles and Performance of Conditional Cash Transfer Programme in Burao, Somaliland
(University of Nairobi, 2024)In discussions on international development, cash transfer programs are often highlighted as highly effective methods for reducing poverty, particularly in developing countries. These programs have been recognized as crucial ... -
Operations Improvement Approaches and Customer Satisfaction in Kenya Power & Lighting Company
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Operations management is essential for achieving greater speed, quality and cost effectiveness. The implementation of lean systems can help achieve these aspects of customer satisfaction. Performance at every level will ... -
The Influence of Public Private Partnership Strategy on Service Delivery Among Public Hospitals Within Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Several different governments have been looking for ways to collaborate with the business sector in recent years since their financial resources have been declining and it is tough to generate fresh money in the current ... -
The Effects of Minimum Wage on Agriculture Sector Employment in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The discussion on employment influence of minimum wage is still heated. There is still no consensus among the empirical studies that have been done both for the developed and developing countries. This paper adds to the ... -
Factors Associated With Low-birth-weight at Mandera County Referral Hospital, Mandera, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: A birth weight of less than 2500g, irrespective of gestational age, is referred to as "low birth weight." Each year, WHO estimates that Low birth weight affects 20 million newborns worldwide (representing 15 ... -
Outcomes and Predictors of Treatment Failure Among Patients Managed for Low-risk Gestational Trophoblastic Neoplasia on First-line Single-agent Chemotherapy at Kenyatta National Hospital From 2013 to 2022
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background Low-risk gestational trophoblastic neoplasia (GTN) responds well to single-agent first-line chemotherapy with remission rates of 50% to 100%. There is consensus to treat low-risk GTN with a World Health ... -
Effect of Healthcare Financing on Poverty Levels Among East Africa Member Countries Caroline
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The relationship between healthcare financing and poverty levels can be viewed as a dynamic interplay between two fundamental components of societal well-being. Adequate healthcare financing acts as both a safeguard ... -
Comparison of Vaginal Microbiome in Fertile Women Versus Those With Infertility at Kenyatta National Hospital: (a Comparative Cross-sectional Study)
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: The desire to have children is powerful & widespread but for a sizable population it is not easily fulfilled. Infertility concerns are rising globally, the average infertility rate worldwide is about 10% of ... -
Effects of Inflation on the Performance of Smes in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This research aims to assess the impact of inflation on the performance of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Kenya, focusing specifically on its influence on the export growth of SMEs. The study also seeks to draw ... -
Prevalence of Primary Nocturnal Enuresis and Treatment Among 6-13-year-old Children Attending Primary Schools in Mombasa County
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Primary nocturnal enuresis is a common pediatric condition that affects children worldwide. It is a source of depression of child’s self-esteem and self-image. It has a significant impact on the well-being and ... -
Prevalence of Depression and Associated Factors Among Patients With Epilepsy in Urban Informal Settlements in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)
