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Ear, nose and throat-head and neck manifestations and effect of antiretroviral therapy in human immunodeficiency virus infection in children : A case control study
(University of Nairobi,School of Medicine, 2007)Background: HIV/AIDS has had a huge negative impact on the morbidity and mortality of the Kenyan paediatric population. A high number of these children may present to the otorhinolaryngologist even before the diagnosis ... -
Ear,nose and throat - head and neck surgery
(Department of surgery, University of Nairobi., 2007)Iatrogenic injury of recurrent laryngeal nerve (RLN) is one of the most serious concerns in thyroid surgery. I carried out a prospective study aimed at determining the prevalence of RLN paralysis, its presentation and ... -
Early childhood caries among 3-5 year olds and their Caregivers' oral health knowledge, attitude and practice in Kiambaa division, Kenya
(Department of Paediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics School of Dental Sciences University of Nairobi, 2007)INTRODUCTION: Early Childhood Caries (ECC) denotes any form of caries occurring in the primary dentition of children before 71 months of age. The prevalence of ECC appears to be on the increase among preschool children ... -
Early Childhood Caries Experience, Oral Hygiene Status And Associated Oral Health Habits Among Preschool Children In Tandale, Dar Es Salaam
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Background A high Early Childhood Caries (ECC) experience in the primary dentition can manifest in negative impacts on the child's Oral Health-Related Quality of Life (OHRQoL). It is reported that high prevalence and ... -
Early deep vein thrombosis in patients admitted with fracture femur in Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Fractures of the femur constitute a significant disease burden at KNH with approximately 13 patients needing admission each week. In the year 2016 a total of 625 patients were admitted to KNH with fractures of the femur. ... -
Early eye involvement in measles infection as seen in children at Kenyatta National Hospital
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Early functional outcome of distal femoral fractures treated operativeley at Kenyatta National Hospital and P.C.E.A Kikuyu Mission Hospital
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2012)Background: Distal femoral fractures account for 4% to 7% of all femoral fractures': 20,21. They cause considerable morbidity and mortality, especially in the elderly. Locally they occur mainly in the young socio-economically ... -
Early functional outcome of Operative treatment of displaced Femoral neck fractures in two Kenyan Orthopaedic centres
(University Of Nairobi, 2010)Background: Worldwide, the incidence of fracture neck of femur (FNF) has been projected to increase significantly. FNF increases both morbidity and mortality especially to the elderly. Locally, majority of these fractures ... -
Early Functional Outcomes Of Closed Tibial Plateau Fractures In A Kenyan Setting
(University of Nairobi, 2019)BACKGROUND: Tibial plateau fractures result from compressive axial forces alone, or combined with varus or valgus stresses on the knee and may interfere with the functional integrity of the joint. These fractures can be ... -
Early functional outcomes of open ankle fractures at Kenyatta National, Aga Khan University and P.C.E.A Kikuyu Hospitals
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Open fractures are generally very challenging to treat due to the risk of sepsis, potential soft tissue loss and subsequent delayed or non-union. This challenge is amplified at the ankle joint because of ... -
Early myocardial injury in children on cancer chemotherapy
(University of Nairobi, 2017)BACKGROUND: Use of chemotherapeutic agents has been associated with cardiac toxicities. Detection of early cardiac toxicities of cancer chemotherapy is essential so as to prevent occurrence of late cardiac toxicities. ... -
Early Neonatal Outcomes Among Mothers Receiving Variable Doses Of Dexamethasone For Management Of Preterm Premature Rupture Of Membranes At Kenyatta National Hospital Between 2011 And 2015: A Retrospective Cohort Study
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background: Antenatal corticosteroids reduce neonatal complications that arise in preterm births. Globally, the prevalence of preterm birth is 11%. In Sub-Saharan Africa and in Kenya, the preterm birth rate is 18% and 12% ... -
Early Outcome of Locked Intramedullary Nailing of Diaphyseal Femoral Fractures at Kenyatta National Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Diaphyseal femoral fractures are common injuries seen at Kenyatta National Hospital with an average of 508 fractures being admitted annually. Locked Intramedullary nailing is now the gold standard for the treatment of ... -
Early outcome of open versus closed lateral internal sphincterotomy in the treatment of chronic anal fissures at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Background:Chronic anal fissures to the general surgeon presents as a common cause of morbidty. Lateral internal sphincterotomy is the gold standard method of intervention. Closed and open techniques at surgery have both ... -
Early post-operative complications and factors influencing their outcome, following inguinal hernia repair as seen at Kenyatta national hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Complications after inguinal hernia repair are relatively common, whose incidence is higher after emergency and recurrent hernia repairs compared with elective repair. With the transition to tension-free repair, hernia ... -
Early post-operative wound infections at the Kenyatta National Hospital: a prospective study
(University of Nairobi.Department of surgery, 2003)A prospective study of 292 patients undergoing surgical operations in the General Surgical firms at the Kenyatta National Hospital was carried out to assess early clinical post-operative wound infection. This outcome was ... -
Early postoperative complications of bipolar transurethral resection of the prostate at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Bipolar TURP is the gold standard for surgical management of BPH because it uses a physiologic irrigating solution with better hemostasis. Its plasmakinetic tissue management system makes it applicable for ... -
Early surgical site infection after Orthopaedic implant surgery in HIV – positive patients at Kenyatta National Hospital.
(University of NairobiSchool of Medicine, 2013)Introduction ABSTRACT Surgical Site Infection (SSI) is a disaster both for the patient and the surgeon. SSI related to orthopedic procedures can be associated with serious morbidity, mortality and increased ... -
Early versus routine hospital discharge after uncomplicated caesarian delivery at Kijabe hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Background: Caesarian delivery is a major operation in Obstetrics and outcomes and complications are major concerns for the beneficiaries and health providers. The average hospital stay following C/s in most hospitals ... -
EBV VCA specific immunoglobulin a serum antibody titre levels in nasopharyngeal carcinoma patients at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of NairobiDepartment of surgery, 2007)Objective:to investigate and determine the relationship between anti-EBV ImmunoglobulinA titre levels and nasopharyngeal carcinoma and its significance in patients diagnosed at Kenyatta National Hospital Design:case ...
