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Demographic pattern and clinical characteristics of nasopharyngeal carcinoma seen in Kenyatta national hospital
(University of NairobiDepartment of Surgery, 2003)Aim: The aim of the study was to determine the demographic pattern of nasopharyngeal carcinoma with respect to age, sex, geographical distribution (of patients).The study also determined prevalent signs & symptoms, duration ... -
Demographic, Clinical and Laboratory Characteristics of Atrial Fibrillation as Seen in Medical out-patient Clinics at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2009)ABSTRACT Background Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the Commonest sustained arrhythmia encountered in clinical practice with frequent hospitalizations. In Sub-saharan Africa it is presumed to be predominantly valvular. ... -
Dendritic cell frequency and stimulated cytokine production among Majengo commercial sex workers
(University of Nairobi, 2008)Background: Investigation was carried out to determine frequencies of dendritic cells and stimulation responses of peripheral blood mononuclear cells of female sex workers in the Majengo cohort in Nairobi, Kenya. Methods: ... -
Dengue Virus Infection: Clinical and Laboratory Characteristics; and Outcomes of Patients Admitted Due to Dengue in Mombasa-kenya a Multicenter Retrospective Study
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background: Dengue infection is an acute vector-borne viral disease. The annual incidence is estimated at 390 million infections per year, with approximately 20,000 annual deaths worldwide. Clinical and laboratory ... -
Dental Disease Burden, Treatment Needs And Cost Of Treatment Among 13-17-Year-Olds With Fluorosis Compared To Those Without Fluorosis In Kajiado, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2013)Background: The dental disease burden (caries, periodontitis, gingivitis and fluorosis) and treatment needs assessment if objectively done in combination with patients' perception facilitates ... -
Dental age estimation in children attending a university dental hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: There are various circumstances when the chronological age of a child needs to be verified but due to lack of legally approved documentary evidence, age has to be conventionally estimated. Determination of ... -
Dental caries and gingivitis by tooth type among 13-15 Year-olds with varying severity of fluorosis
(University of Nairobi, 2013)Background: Dental caries is a significant oral public health concern globally. Studies have demonstrated an association between dental caries and dental fluorosis but there is scarcity of data on dental caries and gingivitis ... -
Dental caries and gingivitis among 12-year-old children in peri-urban Kitale,Trans-Nzoia district, Kenya
(Department of Dental Surgery, College of Health Sciences, University of Nairobi, 2007)Background: One of the WHO global health goals stated that the global average for dental caries should not have been more than 3 DMFT at 12 years of age by the year 2000. However the prevalence of dental caries, gingivitis ... -
Dental caries experience and associated risk factors among 12year-old primary school children in Njiru district, Nairobi county
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Despite great achievements in oral health of populations globally, problems still remain in many communities all over the world particularly among under-privileged groups in developed and developing countries. Dental ... -
Dental Caries, Gingivitis and Nutritional Status of Preschool Children in Thika, Kiambu County.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Introduction: WHO 1948 defined health as complete wellness state including physical, mental and social parameters. Nutritional status of children has a major role in their growth and development. This study sought to ... -
Dental caries, gingivitis and oral hygiene status among 3-18-year-old children with type 1 diabetes mellitus attending Kenyatta National Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: Diabetes mellitus (DM), once considered a disease of the West and the affluent, is now rising at an alarming rate in all populations irrespective of the age. The reduced salivary secretions in children diagnosed ... -
Dental Caries, Gingivitis and Treatment Needs Among Children Residing in Four Charitable Institutions in Nairobi City County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Global epidemiological studies have reported that the oral health status of institutionalized children is worse than that of their counterparts in the general population. This has been attributed to poor oral ... -
Dental caries, gingivitis, oral health knowledge and practices among 10-12 year old urban and rural children in Kenya
(University of NairobiSchool of Medicine, 2003)Introduction: The need for epidemiological studies on oral diseases will give recent disease trends especially with comparison of a rural and urban setting. Objective: To assess the prevalence of dental caries and ... -
Dental Caries, Oral Mucositis and Oral-health Related- Quality-of-life in Children Undergoing Cancer Therapy at Kenyatta National Hospital
(university of nairobi, 2022)Background: Children with cancer undergo various complex treatment modalities that predispose them to oral complications. Little is known about the prevalence of these manifestations and how they affect a child’s Oral ... -
Dentofacial trauma in selected contact sports among high school students in Nairobi City County
(University of Nairobi, 2016)INTRODUCTION: Physical activities such as sports which are competitive at all levels are increasingly becoming popular worldwide. In light of this, Kenyan youth are participating more in competitive sports. Unfortunately ... -
Denture hygiene practices and candida-associated Denture stomatitis among complete denture Wearers at two clinics in Nairobi
(University Of NairobiCollege of Health Sciences, 2010)Background: Studies have shown that one of the most common complications of complete denture wearing is denture stomatitis with a prevalence rate of 11%- 75%. Though the aetiology is multifactorial, denture hygiene ... -
Depression and Its Association With Disease Activity and Quality of Life in Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background Rheumatoid arthritis severity can range from self-limiting disease to severe destruction and systemic complications. RA affects patients physically, psychologically and socially. Patients experience pain, joint ... -
Depression and Psycho-social Risk Factors Associated With Pregnant Adolescents
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: - Adolescent pregnancy within urban resource deprived settlements predisposes young people to adverse mental health and psychosocial risks. Among the key mental health challenges is depression; a significant ... -
Depression and Psychosocial Risk Factors Associated With Pregnant Adolescentsmixed Method Study Based at Kangemi Health Centre,Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: - Adolescent pregnancy within urban resource deprived settlements predisposes young people to adverse mental health and psychosocial risks. Among the key mental health challenges is depression; a significant ... -
Depression During Pregnancy And Preterm Birth; A Prospective Cohort Study Carried Out Among Women Attending Antenatal Clinic At Pumwani Maternity Hospital.
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Background: Depression is a debilitating illness characterized by the presence of sad, irritable or empty mood. Prior studies have preempted that when it occurs during pregnancy, depression may lead to various adverse ...