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Radiological and Histopathological Assessment of Cervical Lymph Nodes in Patients With Oral and Oropharyngeal Squamous Cell Carcinoma Undergoing Neck Dissection at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)STUDY BACKGROUND: Oral and oropharyngeal cancers are in the top 30 most common cancers in the world. Their five-year survival rate is about 86% with early detection and 40% if detected late. This underlies the importance ... -
The radiological features of sickle cell disease as seen at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of NairobiSchool of Medicine, 1991)A total of 32 patients with sickle cell disease who attend haematology clinic were seen and sent for radiologic examinations for skull, chest, spine, pelvis and hands. These were all outpatients of whom 19 were females ... -
The radiological manifestations of paediatric leukaemias at Kenyatta National Hospital, Nairobi
(University of NairobiSchool of Medicine, 1992-04)A prospective study of 30 patients with confirmed leukaemia is presented. The study included analysis of chest, skull and bones at the knee joint. 20 males and 10 females were seen, 15 had ALL, 13 had ANLL and 2 had ... -
The Radiological pattern of Male Urethral strictures in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Urethral stricture is one of the common causes of lower urinary tract obstruction in Africa. Its impact includes pain, disturbance in family and social life and complications include renal failure, and urethral carcinoma. ... -
A Radiological- Pathological Correlation of Hyperostosis Among Patients With Intracranial Meningiomas at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Meningiomas account for 34.4% of all central nervous system (CNS) neoplasms in Kenya. Hyperostosis has been described in 25% to 44% of meningiomas. The risk of tumor recurrence is largely dependent on the extent ... -
Radiology request forms and the interpratation of radiographs at Kenyatta National hospital
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2000)A total of 491 X-ray request forms together with their accompanying radiographs were analyzed over a three month period at the Radiology Department of Kenyatta National, Hospital, Nairobi, from January to March 2000. ... -
Randomised clinical trial comparing lignocaine paracervical block and placebo for pain management during manual vacuum aspiration for incomplete abortion at Kenyatta national hospital
(University of Nairobi,Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, 2010-02)Introduction: One of the most important aspects in treating incomplete abortion is the sufficient management of pain during the process of evacuating the uterus using manual vacuum aspiration (MVA). There is a broad ... -
Randomised control study on early enteral feeding after small gut anastomosis
(University of Nairobi, 2013)Studies show that early enteral feeding after small gut intestinal anastomosis has a better outcome than delayed feeding.The outcome measures are short duration of hospital stay, lower incidence of infection and anastomotic ... -
Randomised controlled trial comparing caudal block analgesia with conventional analgesics for post operative pain relief in children at Kenyatta National Hospital Nairobi, Kenya
(University of NairobiFaculty of Medicine, 2001)A prospective study was carried out at Kenyatta National Hospital over a period of three months (March to May 2001) comparing caudal block analgesia and conventional analgesics for post-operative pain relief, in two ... -
A Randomized Clinical Trial Comparing Oral and Vaginal Misoprostol for Induction of Labour at Term in Kenyatta National Hospital(K.n.h.)
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Introduction Induction of labour is the process of artificially stimulating the uterus so as to start labour. It’s usually done at the age of viability to avert a foreseen adverse outcome associated with continuation of ... -
A Randomized Trial to Compare Purse-string Suture With Occlusive Absorbent Dressing for the Closure of Tube Thoracostomy Incision at the Kenyatta National Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Tube thoracostomy incision has been closed in various ways. The purse-string closure has been the norm for the closure of the incision. New methods have been developed over time to address the shortcomings of the purse-string ... -
The rate of HIV seroconversion during pregnancy as seen in women seeking obstetric services in Kenyatta national hospital
(2008)HIV infection is a global pandemic and in Kenya it was declared a national disaster in 1999. To date no cure has been found and prevention of mv acquisition and transmission remains the mainstay of management. Studies ... -
Rates and Patterns of Central Diabetes Insipidus After Surgery for Sellar and Parasellar Tumors at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Central Diabetes Insipidus (DI) is a common post operative complication after procedures for sellar and parasellar tumors. It is associated with increased morbidity, mortality and prolonged hospital stay. It ... -
Rational Use Of Antibiotics Among Patients Admitted To Critical Care Units At Kenyatta National Hospital And Its Impact On Clinical Outcomes
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Studies have postulated that approximately a third of the antibiotic use worldwide is irrational, posing a major global challenge to containment of drug-resistant infections. In the critical care units, ... -
Re-Displacement Of Closed Diaphyseal Forearm Fractures In Children Treated By Above Elbow Cast At Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2013)Background Diaphyseal forearm fractures are the third most common paediatric fractures and are mostly managed conservatively. Following casting, re-displacement is the most common short term complication. Lack of correction ... -
Real Time Fraud Detection System for Mobile Banking: Based on Experiential Paradigm
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The current banking industry is characterized by hyper-competition driven by technological innovations that revolve around provision of ubiquitous access to banking services especially through mobile banking. Proliferation ... -
Reasons for early discontinuation of Subdermal levonorgestrel contraceptive Implants in family health options of Kenya clinics In Nairobi
(Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology University of Nairobi, 2009)Premature removal and discontinuation of contraceptive implants is a cause of a sizeable expenditure in Kenya. Evaluation 0f the factors that influence the decision to remove the implants and being able to predict which ... -
Recombinant human erythropoietin (rhu-epo) responsiveness in chronic kidney disease (ckd) patients at the Kenyatta National Hospital Renal Unit.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: In the Kenyan setup, unnecessary blood transfusion in chronic kidney disease patients on haemodialysis exposes them to risks that include iron overload; blood tranfusion related events and increased probability ... -
Recormon (erythropoietin) and venofer (iron sucrose) compared to biosimilar products in management of renal anaemia in adults
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Background The kidneys are complex organs, and they are vital in maintaining normal body functions. The kidney has two main functions: blood filtration and production of hormones. These hormones help regulate blood pressure ... -
Recurrence Of Soft Tissue Sarcomas After Surgical Treatment At The Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of NairobiDepartment of Surgery, 2009)Background Soft tissues sarcomas are the most frequent sarcomas. They represent a rare group of solid mesenchymal tumours with high rates of morbidity and mortality that are influenced by patient, tumour, and treatment ...