Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS): Recent submissions
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Aetiology, pattern and management of oral and maxillofacial injuries at Mulago National Referral Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2012)Objective: To establish the aetiology, pattern and methods of management of oral and Maxillofacial injuries (OMFIs) seen at the Oral and Jaw injuries unit of Mulago National Referral Hospital (MNRH) Kampala, Uganda, over ... -
Unmet need for induction of labor in Africa: secondary analysis from the 2004 - 2005 WHO Global Maternal and Perinatal Health Survey (A cross-sectional survey)
(University of Nairobi, 31-08-12)Background Induction of labor is being increasingly used to prevent adverse outcomes in the mother and the newborn.This study assessed the prevalence of induction of labor and determinants of its use in Africa. Methods We ... -
Opioid policies in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2009) -
Molecular evolution of α -galactosidase AgaB from Bacillus stearothermophilus by 6 saturation mutagenesis
(University of Nairobi, 2001) -
Molecular evolution of the α -L-fucosidase into an α -L-transfucosidase for synthesis of oligosaccharides
(University of Nairobi, 2004) -
Converting glycosidases into transg lycosidases by directed evolution
(University of Nairobi, 2005) -
Evolution of the α -L-fucosidase into an α -L-transfucosidase from Thermotoga maritime into transfucosidase
(University of Nairobi, 2006) -
conversion de glycosidas es en transglycosidases par evolution dirigee
(University of Nairobi, 2006) -
Randomised Control Trial Of Effectiveness Of A Probiotic In Children Admitted With Severe Dehydration At Kenyatta National Hospital.
(University of Nairobi,, 2012) -
eChallenges e-2014 Conference: Call for Papers
(University of Nairobi,, 2014)The eChallenges e-2014 Conference takes place in Belfast, Northern Ireland. This is the twentyfourth in a series of annual technology innovation and research conferences supported by the European Commission and hosted ... -
PREVALENCE OF METHICILLIN RESISTANT STAPHYLOCOCCUS AUREUS
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Maternal Valacyclovir and Infant Cytomegalovirus Acquisition A Randomized Controlled Trial among HIV-Infected Women
(University of Nairobi,, 2014)BACKGROUND: Studies in HIV-1-infected infants and HIV-1-exposed, uninfected infants link early cytomegalovirus (CMV) acquisition with growth delay and cognitive impairment. We investigated maternal valacyclovir to delay ... -
The Psychotrauma Trainingworkshop For The Laguage Services Sectlon (lss) Staff Of The United Nations International Criminal Tribunal For Rwanda (UNICTR)
(Universitylof Nairobi, 2006-02)BACKGROUND The United Nations Security Council Resolution 955 created on 8th November 1994 311 International Criminal Tribunal (hereinafter called the Tribunal) intended to 'bring to justice those persons presumed ... -
Determination Of Nevirapine Plasma Levels By High Performance Liquid Chromatographic Method
(University Of Nairobi, 2013)Background: Nevirapine (NVP) is a non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NNRTI) that is widely prescribed in resource limited settings as part of first line antiretroviral therapy (ART). The quantification of ... -
Attitudes And Perceptions Of Medical Trainees Towards Complementary And Alternative Medicine Use
(University Of Nairobi, 2013)Background: There is a substantial increase in the consumption of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) for management of a variety of ailments. This has spawned renewed interest in assessing determinants underlying ... -
Preliminary Results On The (use) Prevalence Of Cytokines And Chemokines Among Individuals With (to Detect) Tb Infection In Hiv Infected Individuals
(University Of Nairobi, 2013)Introduction: Tuberculosis (TB) is one of the leading causes of death worldwide and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) co-infection poses a great challenge in its control. Furthermore, diagnosis of TB in HIV co-infected ... -
Fighting Hiv And Acuteleukaemia Five Years On
(University Of Nairobi, 2013-06)We report a case of a 19 year old university student diagnosed with HIV and acute lymphocytic leukaemia 5 years ago. He presented with severe anaemia necessitating multiple transfusions at theageof fourteen. Bone ... -
Who Owns The Maxillary Sinus? Incidental Findings In Cone-beam Ct Scans Of The Maxillary Sinus
(University Of Nairobi, 2013)Background: Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) is custom-designed for evaluation of hard tissues in the craniofacial area and has been in use since 1998. It has been applied in various areas in dentistry including ... -
Treatment Compliance Among Patients With Hypertension At Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH)
(University of Nairobi, 2013-06)Background: Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) such as hypertension (HTN) are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality globally. They are gaining momentum in developing countries due to westernization, nutritional transition ... -
Vertical Transmission Elimination –the Option B Plus Experience At University Teaching Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2013-06)Background: The world Health Organization (WHO) has called for the elimination of mother-to-child transmission of HIV. Option B plus entails provision of maternal highly active anti retroviral therapy (HAART) as prophylaxis ...