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Correlation Between Vitamin D Level and Bone Mineral Density in Kenyan Adults Aged 50 Years and Above at Kenyatta National Hospital
(Uon, 2021)Background: There is inconsistent evidence in the orthopedic literature on presence of a correlation between vitamin D levels and reduced bone mineral density (BMD) and the relationship is sometimes controversial. Nine ... -
The Changing Landscape in Funding of Hiv/aids Program; Perspectives and Experiences of Caregivers of Pediatric Patients at Kisii Referral and Teaching Hospital
(Uon, 2021)Background: Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) secondary to Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection remains one of the most serious public health challenges as it is associated with high rates of mortality and ... -
Effects of Trade Liberalization on Manufacturing in Kenya: a Case Study of the Textile Industry
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The textile industry is a critical component of the manufacturing sector. In the 1980s, the value addition of the textile industry to the manufacturing sector averaged 10.8%. However, as the country embarked on a trade ... -
Utilization of Standard Gauge Railway and Organizational Performance of Large Manufacturing Firms in Nairobi County
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Climate Change and Violent Conflict: a Case Study of Puntland State of Somalia (2008-2020)
(University of Nairobi, 2021)This study examines the relationship between climate change and violent conflict in Puntland State of Somalia. Using qualitative research method, the study grapples with two core questions: What factors explain the nexus ... -
Analysis of Indigenous Knowledge in Wildlife Conservation: a Case Study of the Shompole Conservancy in Kajiado County, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The role of indigenous peoples' knowledge-practice in wildlife conservation is rarely recognized in studies. In the African setting, indigenous understanding has long been neglected by western conservation expertise. As a ... -
Enterprise Resource Planning System Adoption and Performance Among Third Party Logistic Service Providers in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)ERP systems has been expressed as costly, risky and complicated. However, times have changed and this perception ought to be revised so as to accommodate the recent technological advancement. Numerous researches have been ... -
Influence of Application of Information and Communication Technology on Performance of Public Primary Schools in Kenya: a Case of Kathiani Sub –County Machakos, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)This study sought to determine the influence of application of ICT on the performance of public primary schools in Kathiani Sub County, Machakos County, Kenya. The specific objectives were: to determine the influence of ... -
Kidney Allograft Function and Its Determinants at 12 Months Post Transplantation in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Background: Kidney transplantation is a treatment of choice for most patients with End Stage Kidney disease. Kidney allograft function at one year provides prognostic information and is influenced by donor, recipient and ... -
Effect of Financial Risk on Efficiency of Deposit Taking Savings and Credit Cooperatives in Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Financial risk can lead to failure of SACCOs in their quest to realize expected level of efficiency. This is due to uncertainties that make it difficult to execute financial plans effectively. Equally the existence of ... -
Optimizing Biogas Upgrading in a Packed Column by Enhancing Mass-transfer Operation
(Uon, 2021)Biogas is a gas produced by decomposition of organic matter by microorganisms in an environment devoid of oxygen via hydrolysis, acidobenesis, acetogenesis and methanogenesis. Biogas is mainly made up methane and carbon ... -
Influence of Geographic Information Systems Technology on Drug Trafficking Crime Control in Kenya: Case of Nairobi County
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Correlation of Uterine Artery Doppler Velocimetry With Laboratory Findings in Patients With Severe Preeclampsia Presenting to Kenyatta National Hospital
(Uon, 2021)Background Preeclampsia complicates 2-8% of pregnancies worldwide and it is a recognized cause of maternal morbidity and mortality. Uterine artery Doppler velocimetry is a non-invasive method that is utilized in pregnancy ... -
Prevalence and Factors Associated With Group a Streptococcal Pharyngeal Carriage Among Primary School Children in Bomet County
(Uon, 2021)Background: Asymptomatic streptococcal pharyngeal carriers act as reservoirs for invasive Group A Streptococcus (GAS) clones, are important drivers for GAS transmission and are predisposed to acute rheumatic fever/rheumatic ... -
Factors That Influence Clinical Outcomes of Snake Bites With Special Reference to Supply of Anti-snake Venom and Related Drugs at Kilifi County Referal Hospital in Coastal Kenya
(Uon, 2021)Background: Envenomation with snake venom is one of the life threatening hazards affecting people residing in the tropics. World Health Organization (WHO) recognized snake envenomation as one of the important Neglected ... -
Drug Related Problems Among Patients With Rheumatic Diseases and Connective Tissue Disorders in Kenyatta National Hospital
(Uon, 2021)Background information: Patients with rheumatic diseases are often on multiple long term medications predisposing them to drug therapy problems which can occur at any point of therapy. DRPs hinder the achievement of the ... -
Ultrasound Imaging Detection of Hepatocellular Suspicious Lesion Among High Risk Patients Attending Kenyatta National Referral Hospital Liver Clinic
(Uon, 2021)Introduction Hepatocellular carcinoma is a primary cancer of the liver. It’s the fifth most common cancer in men and the seventh most common in women worldwide(1). It’s amongst the leading cause of high rates of cancer ... -
Sustainable Procurement Practices and Organizational Performance of the County Governments in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)This study’s aim was to determine the influence of sustainable procurement practices on organizational performance of the county governments in Kenya. The research had two objectives namely; to establish the level of ... -
Risk and Protective Factors of Postpartum Anxiety in Mothers Attending the Pediatric Demonstration Unit at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(Uon, 2021)Introduction: The prevalence of anxiety disorders among postpartum women is higher than that in the general population at approximately 20% - 25% with consequences of postpartum anxiety associated with difficulties in ... -
Prevalence & Factors Associated With Symptomatic Knee Osteoarthritis Among Professional Golfers in Kenya
(Uon, 2021)Study Background- Golf has been associated with an increased risk of injuries and abnormal loading conditions to the knee joint. This is due to the repetitive nature and biomechanical requirements of the golf swing which ...
