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Glucose intolerance and associated factors among antenatal clients at Kenyatta National hospital at 24-36 weeks
(2010)The prevalence of glucose intolerance worldwide has been on the increase with the highest incidence being among non-industrialized nations. Data on trends especially in pregnancy and associated risk factors in Kenya is ... -
Glycaemic control during surgery in diabetic patients at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of NairobiCollege of Health Sciences, 2006)Objective - To study the patterns of glycaemic control in diabetic patients undergoing surgery in Kenyatta National Hospital. Design - A cross sectional, prospective study. Setting - Kenyatta National Hospital operating ... -
Glycated albumin and glycated hemoglobin levels as a measure of control in diabetic patients attending out-patient clinic at Kenyatta National Hospital: a comparative study
(University of NairobiDepartment of Human pathology, 2013)Diabetes Mellitus is a chronic metabolic disease that is characterized by persistent hyperglycemia. Progression of uncontrolled Diabetes Mellitus (DM) causes complications in several organs. Glycaemic control in individuals ... -
Glycemic control and its association with diabetic retinopathy in children and adolescents with type 1 Diabetes Mellitus at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2012)Introduction: Type 1 diabetes, a common metabolic disorder caused by autoimmune destruction of pancreatic 13 cells, accounts for approximately 10% of all diabetes episodes. The disease is predominantly seen in children and ... -
Glycemic control, cardiovascular risk profile and therapeutic interventions in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients at the New Nyanza Provincial General hospital, Kisumu
(University Of Nairobi, 2010)Background: The number of people with type 2 diabetes around the world is estimated to rise from 251 million in 2000 to 380 million by 20251 . This rise will disproportionately affect the least developed countries of ... -
Glycemic Indices of Foods in Association With Diabetes Among Rural Women of Kenya- Case of Amagoro in Busia County
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Diabetes mellitus is a chronic medical condition in which a person’s sugar level rises above the normal. This disease has become quite prevalent worldwide. In the year 2018, more than 500 million people were suffering ... -
Graft chronic kidney disease and the associated complications among renal allograft recipinets at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2012)BACKGROUND: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) refers to a spectrum of pathophysiologic processes associated with abnormal kidney function and a progressive decline in the glomerular filtration rate (GFR). Transplantation of the ... -
Granulocyte function in stable CRF and end-stage renal disease patients on haemodialysis at Kenyatta National Hospital
(College of Health Sciences, University of Nairobi, 1991)Phagocytosis and the ability to kill Candida albicans in-vitro (candidacidal activity) In three groups of subjects were compared: Group 1 - patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) on maintenance haemodialysis (H.D) ... -
Granulosa Cell Tumour of the Ovary: a Descriptive Cohort Study in Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Granulosa cell tumour (GCT) of the ovary is a rare neoplasm accounting for about 2% - 5% of primary ovarian neoplasms. The major functions of granulosa cells include the synthesis of sex steroids and various ... -
Gross presentation and histomorphological changes of placentae in patients presenting with intrauterine foetal death at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University Of NairobiCollege of Health Sciences, 2011)Background: A stillbirth or intrauterine foetal death (IUFD) is defined as a product of conceptionweighing ~500g or with gestational age >22 weeks without evidence of life at birth but other authors regard the lower ... -
A Grounded Theory of Regaining Normalcy: Health Seeking Behaviour and Reintegration of Patients With Obstetric Fistula in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: Obstetric fistula is a reproductive health problem causing immense suffering to 1% of women in Kenya. Formed as sequelae to obstructed labour, the women endure urinary and faecal incontinence, foot drop, social ... -
Growth and development of abandoned babies at Kenyatta National Hospital and some children homes in Nairobi
(University of NairobiSchool of Medicine, 1995)A cross-sectional survey was conducted on abandoned babies aged 1-18 months at KNH and 7 Children's homes in Nairobi from December 1993 to January 1995. A total of 82 abandoned babies were recruited. Each abandoned ... -
The gynaecology long commentary review of gynaecological cancer morbidity in provincial general hospital Kakamega
(University of NairobiDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Nairobi, 2004)Background. Despite the socioeconomic improvements and the development of interventions, little progress has been made in reducing the prevalence of reproductive tract cancers in the recent decades especially in the ... -
Gynaecology long commentary:A Study to determine Knowledge and Attitudes, Regarding Vasectomy almong non medical male workers at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of NairobiDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, 1990)Vasectomy i still not widely practiced.by couples seeking contraceptive in Kenyatta National Hospital. 61% of the non-medical workers were,aware of the procedure, 39% were not aware of the procedure. iowever , 30% of ... -
Haematological manifestations in cyanotic heart diseases at Kenyatta National Hospital And Mater Hospital, Nairobi
(Universty of Nairobi, 2008)Background: Cyanotic heart disease results in inadequate tissue oxygenation. This in turn triggers increased erythropoietin release from the kidneys in an effort to increase the red cell mass so as to increase oxygen ... -
Haematological Parameters in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Patients at Kenyatta National Hospital, Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disorder that results in multi-systemic inflammatory damage. It’s often severe and can affect virtually all organs including the hematologic system. Its ... -
Haematological Problems in Renal Failure
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Haemodialysis - The Experience At Kenyatta National Hospital - A Retrospective And Prospective Study
(University of NairobiSchool of medicine, 1985)Forty seven patients with acute renal failure were studied prospectively over a two-year period at the Kenyatta National Hospital. There were 20 males and 27 females. The mortality rate was 40.4%. Most patients had medically ... -
Haemodialysis catheter related infections among patients undergoing maintenance haemodialysis in the renal unit - Kenyatta National Hospital
(Department of Medicine, University of Nairobi, 2005)Background Vascular access is the "Achilles heel" of haemodialysis. Different types of angioaccess are in use and of this, catheters constitute the majority. One of the major drawbacks to the catheter accesses is various ... -
Haemodialysis vascular access function in dialysis patients at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background The number of patients requiring renal replacement therapy (RRT) worldwide has been on the rise. Vascular access (VA) is the life-line for the majority of these patients when on haemodialysis (HD). VA related ...