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Effect of oral ondansetron in children presenting with acute diarrhoeal illness and vomiting with some dehydration
(University of Nairobi, 2015-11)Background: Each year, approximately 700,00 deaths occurring worldwide as a result of acute diarrhoeal illness among children under five years of age. Emesis in acute diarrheal illness is both a direct cause of fluid loss ... -
Effect of Peri-operative Intravenous Fluids on Recovery of Intestinal Function After Caesarean Delivery Under Spinal Anaesthesia At Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background: Ileus refers to the delay of regular bowel movement following intra-abdominal surgery and lasts 2 to 3 days. It is a major problem after operation that delays recovery. Several studies on adults have investigated ... -
Effect of pesticide exposure on serum cholinesterase level and asthma control among children in Naivasha, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014-08)Background: Pesticide exposure is a risk factor for asthma exacerbations in flower farm regions in the world. Data on low levels of serum cholinesterase among asthmatic children exposed to the effects of pesticides in ... -
Effect of Phosphate-bonded Investment Materials and Their Manipulation on the Marginal Fit of Cast-metal Crown Copings
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Introduction: Dental practitioners are faced with the growing demand to provide fixed prostheses that offer long-term service to patients; prostheses that do not de-cement, create stagnation sites or develop marginal ... -
The Effect of Phototherapy on Serum Calcium Level in Term Neonates With Jaundice at Kenyatta National Hospital - a Prospective Observational Study
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Jaundice in neonates occurs when the bilirubin level rises above 85μmol/L, and it is common in more than half of term neonates. Phototherapy is a common intervention for neonates with jaundice. However, ... -
Effect of Plethysmography Variability Index Based Fluid Therapy in Enhancing Recovery Aftermajor Abdominal-pelvicsurgery
(University of Nairobi, 2020)STUDY BACKGROUND: Intra-operative fluid management based on Heart Rate (HR), Mean arterial pressure (MAP), Central Venous Pressure (CVP), urine output (U/O), replacing perioperative fluid deficits, insensible losses and ... -
Effect Of Polishing Protocol And Exposure To Staining Solutions On The Colour Stability Of Dental Composite Materials
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background: Colour instability of dental resin composite materials can result in their failure and subsequently need for replacement. The discolouration may be intrinsic or extrinsic. Intrinsic discolouration is dependent ... -
Effect of post operative Timolol 0.5% on the first day post operative intraocular pressure after uncomplicate small incision cataract surgery
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2012)Background:-Raised intraocular pressure is the most common postoperative complication of cataract surgery which is multi factorial .14 In most cases it is transient and return to normal in 95.7% of non glaucomatous patients ... -
Effect of posters and mobile-health education strategies on teething beliefs and oral health knowledge among mothers in Nairobi.
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Health education describes any combination of learning opportunities designed to equip the individual and/or community with appropriate knowledge, attitudes and skills to maintain and improve their health. Mobile health ... -
Effect of Preoperative Vaginal Cleansing With Povidone Iodine on Post-caesarean Maternal Infections at Kenyatta National Hospital; a Randomized Controlled Trial
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Maternal sepsis accounts for 11% of maternal mortality. Caesarean section is the single most important factor for postpartum maternal infection. Despite different strategies implemented to reduce postcaesarean maternal ... -
The effect of preoperative volume loading on the incidence of postoperative nausea and vomiting at Kenyatta National Hospital
(2014)Background: Nausea and vomiting in the postoperative period occurs in 20% to 30% of patients and together are the second most common complaints reported (pain is the most common). While the experience of PONV is self-limiting, ... -
Effect of Quality Improvement Approaches on Prevention of Mother to Child Transmission Services Coverage in Nairobi County
(UON, 2021)Background: Improving the quality of healthcare is a growing international concern as it ensures that the healthcare system functions efficiently. Quality improvement in the HIV field focuses on achieving essential health ... -
The Effect of Recipient Site Bacterial Profile on the Percentage Take of Split Thickness Skin Graft at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background Split thickness skin graft (STSG) is a common procedure but graft failure often occurs due to multiple factors. These factors includes infection, hematoma, poor surgical technique, and seroma formation among ... -
The effect of sodium supplementation on sodium homeostasis in very low birth weight infants fed on own mothers' milk
(University of Nairobi, 1990)Clinical and biochemical effects of supplementing dietary sodium intake were studied. A group of 66 very low birth weight (VLBW) preterm infants were recruited in the study. Forty one of these were supplemented with 3 ... -
Effect Of Structured Newborn Clinical Evaluation By Paediatric Residents At Kenyatta National Hospital On Re-Hospitalization Rates Within The First Month Of Life
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: Neonatal morbidity and mortality continues to significantly contribute towards under-5 morbidity and mortality despite significant improvement seen worldwide within this population. Studies at Kenyatta National ... -
Effect Of Subconjunctival Dexamethasone Injection On Post-operative Inflammation After Cataract Surgery (sics); A Randomized Controlled Trial
(Universty of Nairobi, 2013)Background: Inflammation after cataract surgery remains an undesirable consequence despite many advances in surgical techniques. It can be rather persistent as well. Although corticosteroids and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory ... -
Effect of subcutaneous sterile water injections vs normal saline injections for relief of continuous back pain in Labour at Kenyatta National Hospital. a randomised, double blind, placebo controlled trial
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Sterile Water Injections (SWI) are ideal for managing continuous labour back pain in the active stage. However, their effectiveness on African parturient and acceptability in African settings is poorly understood. ... -
The Effect Of Temperature Of The Stability Of Penicilin-v Potassium Paediatric Syrup
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The effect of time of day of unscheduled caeserian sections on perinatal and maternal outcomes in Kenyatta national hospital, Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Introduction: Large multicenter studies done in teaching hospitals in USA and Europe showed no important differences in maternal and neonatal morbidity after unscheduled cesarean section delivery according to work shift. ...