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The pattern of radiological findings in the lungs and pleura on ct chest
(2009)Background: Lung and pleural diseases are currently on the increase especially .due to HIV/AIDS. This necessitates early and appropriate diagnosis and therapy. CT scan is an excellent imaging procedure for diagnosis of ... -
The pattern of radiological findings in the mediastinum in CT chest
(University of Nairobi,School of Medicine, 2000)This is a one year prospective study done in four major radiological centres in Nairobi, namely Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH), the Nairobi Hospital, Medical Imaging and Therapeutic Centre (MITC) and the Aga Khan ... -
The pattern of radiological findings seen in four-vessel cerebral angiography done at the KNH and Nairobi Hospital
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2006)Introduction: Most of the intracranial cerebrovascular pathologies commonly present with subarachnoid hemorrhages and cerebrovascular accidents, which are associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Imaging plays ... -
Pattern of radiological imaging modalities for maxillofacial skeletal injuries in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi.Faculty of Medicine, 2002)INTRODUCTION:A review of 200 patients who presented in three major hospitals in Nairobi for maxillofacial skeletal trauma (MFST) imaging in a five- year period from Jan. 1998to Dec. 2000. OBJECTIVES:To show the pattern ... -
The pattern of radiological presentation of lower urinary tract obstruction at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of NairobiSchool of Medicine, 1991-02)A one year prospective study was done on 82 patients who presented to x-ray department, Kenyatta National Hospital with a clinical diagnosis of lower urinary tract obstruction. Forty-nine patients had micturating cysto ... -
The pattern of renal disease as seen at radionuclide imaging with sonographic correlation (in Nairobi)
(2007)Introduction Renal disease has become a major disease burden in our worldwide. Evaluation of renal disease is done by lab investigations and imaging. Radionuclide imaging provides objective assessment of renal function ... -
The pattern of retinoblastoma at Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital, Malawi
(2010)Background Retinoblastoma is the most common intraocular tumour in childhood. Whilst survival in the developed world is over 95%. the case is not true for the developing world. The determination of the burden of disease. ... -
The pattern of rheumatoid arthritis as seen at Kenyatta National Hospital Nairobi, Kenya
(University of NairobiMedicine, 1977-04)The clinical pattern of Rheumatoid Arthritis was studied and corelated with laboratory findings. The study was done between January 1975 and December 1976. 102 African patients were seen. The Female to Male ratio was ... -
Pattern of scrotal disease as seen at ultrasonography at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of NairobiSchool of Medicine, 2005-07)Objective; To determine the pattern of scrotal disease among male patients presenting for scrotal ultrasonography at DDR and US department KNH. Method; A cross sectional descriptive study was done. A total of 138 patients ... -
Pattern of Secondary Cleft Lip and Palate Deformities in Patients Seen in Selected Hospitals in Nairobi, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Study background Cleft lip and palate (CLP) deformities are the commonest congenital anomalies affecting orofacial structures, usually found in one in every 700–1000 of the new-borns worldwide. Whereas most deformities ... -
Pattern of Sepsis in General Surgical Wards at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Sepsis is defined as the presence of systemic inflammatory response syndrome with evidence of infection. In the absence of intervention, sepsis can lead to organ dysfunction which is a major cause of surgical mortality and ... -
Pattern of superficial surgical site infection after elective orthopaedic surgery at Kikuyu P.C.E.A Orthopaedic Rehabilitation Center.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: Surgical site infection (SSI) is the commonest complication of surgery with prevalence rates as high as 20% in the USA. 10 SSIs are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality as well as increase in economic ... -
Pattern of surgical emergency admission in the departments of orthopedic and general surgery at the Kenyatta national hospital.
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Pattern of traumatic intracranial bleeds at Kenyatta National Hospital in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2013)Background: This study was designed to describe the pattern of traumatic intracranial bleeds at the Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH). Methods: A descriptive cross sectional analysis of consecutive patients who had traumatic ... -
The pattern of upper abdominal diseases shown by ultrasound examination at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi,School of Medicine, 1999)This was a 3-month descriptive prospective study on the upper abdominal diseases shown by ultrasound examination at Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) A total of 410 patients from clinics, wards and casualty underwent ... -
Pattern of Upper Limb Amputations in Kenyatta National Hospital: a Five-year Retrospective Study
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Upper limb amputations contributes about 8-20% of the total amputations done compared to lower limb amputations contributing about 75-90%. However, it causes more functional losses and psychological trauma ... -
The pattern of vascular pathology on multidetector computerised tomography angiography In Kenyatta National Hospital
(Universty of Nairobi, 2009)The development of multidetector Computer Tomography (MDCT) has revolutionized CT angiography (CTA). New techniques and software are currently being developed and modified to improve CTA. The advantage of MDCT relevant ... -
The Pattern Of Weight Gain Of Preterm Infants At Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of NairobiCollege of Health Sciences, 1985)The pattern of weight gain of preterm infants at the Newborn Unit of Kenyatta National Hospital has been studied. 61 preterm infants weighing between 1001 grams and 1750 grams had serial weights recorded during their stay ... -
Patterns and clinical outcomes of surgically treated cervical spine degenerative disc disease at the Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital, Eldoret
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Background: Degenerative disc disease is a condition characterized by wear and tear of the intervertebral disc. It occurs in a variety of clinicopathologic conditions including cervical spondylosis. Locally, there is no ...