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Genetic Polymorphisms of N-acetyl Transferase 2 and the Risk of Hepatotoxicity in Patients on Isoniazid Preventive Therapy at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2022)BACKGROUND Isoniazid preventive therapy (IPT) is an important intervention to prevent activation of latent tuberculosis (TB) infection. Genetic variations associated with N-acetyl transferase (NAT2) are closely associated ... -
Genetic transformation of cassava (manihot esculenta crantz) for abiotic stress tolerance
(Department of Biochemistry, University of Nairobi, 2013)Cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) is a major source of food for over 800 million people worldwide. Although cassava is relatively easy to grow, even in poor soils and under erratic rainfall conditions, its roots have a ... -
Genetic Variants Of Influenza A (H1N1) Pdm09 Virus Circulating In Kenya, 2010 To 2011
(University of NairobiSchool of Medicine, 2013)We describe virus variations from patients with influenza-like illness before and after the appearance of influenza A(H1N1)pdm09 in Kenya during January 2008-July 2011. A total of 11,592 nasopharyngeal swabs were collected ... -
Genotyping of Multi-drug Resistant Non-typhoidal Salmonella: Detection of Fluoroquinolone and Other Multi-drug Resistance Determinants
(university of nairobi, 2019)The genus Salmonella belongs to the family of Enterobacteriaceae. Within the genus Salmonella there are 2 species, Salmonella bongori and Samonella enterica. There are over 2500 different serotypes or serovars that have ... -
Geophagy and other selected factors as potential risks for enhancing transmission of intestinal helmiths in pregnant and lactating women in western Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2004)A cohort study was conducted to assess geophagy and other potential risks for enhancing the trasmission of intestinal helminths in pregnant and lactating women in thirty-nine selected villages in Usigu Division, Bondo ... -
Giardiasis in malnourished children with diarrhea at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University Of NairobiDepartment of Medicine, 1985)The parasite Giardia lamblia is a cornmon worldwide cause of diarrhoea. One hundred and two malnourished chUdren and fifty two well nourished children were studied by the author. They all had diarrhoea. The ... -
Glenoid Morphometry in a Kenyan Population With Relevance to Shoulder Arthroplasty
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: A basic understanding of the glenoid anatomy and the various variations in different populations is critical in glenoid resurfacing and optimal utilization of glenoid components. The glenoid measurements that ... -
Gliomas: Immunohistochemical Grading And Clinico-pathologic Correlations At Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi.Department Human Pathology, 2008)Background: Gliomas are the most common primary central nervous systemtumors, accounting for 48% of primary brain neoplasms. These are tumours arising from glial cells in the brain namely astrocytes, oligodendrocytes ... -
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 ...