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Laparoscopic appendicectomy versus open appendicectomy at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi,School of Medicine, 2003)A retrospective 4 year study was conducted at KNH between 1998 and 2002 to determine the outcome of laparoscopic appendicectomy compared to open appendicectomy. A total of 75 patients' files who underwent surgery within ... -
Laryngeal carcinoma, epidemiological and clinical features as seen at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2004)Carcinoma of the larynx is a common head and neck malignancy. It has a widely varying prevalence in the different regions of the world. This study, a prospective crosssectional survey, was designed to determine the prevalence ... -
Leucocyte alkaline phosphatase activity in healthy Kenyan African neonates
(School of Medicine, 1986)Leucocyte alkaline phosphatase (LAP) activity was determined in healthy, Kenyan African rieonates of gestational ages between 30 and 42 weeks. 210, 99, and 70 neonates had LAP activity examined on the 1st, 4th and 7th ... -
Leukaemia in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 1979)The main objective of the study was to show that leukaemia was more common in Kenyan Africans than has been the belief from impressions. Literature review revealed that there have been sporadic case reports of leukaemia ... -
Leukamia in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 1979)The main objective of the study was to show that leukaemia was more common in Kenyan Africans than has been the belief from impressions. Literature review revealed that there ave been sporadic case reports of leukaemia ... -
The level and pattern of anti-tuberculous drug resistance at the Kenyatta national hospital
(School of Medicine, University of Nairobi, 2007)ABSTRACT Background The Kenyatta National Hospital continues to receive an increasing number of patients who have been diagnosed to have tuberculosis (pulmonary and extra pulmonary) as reflected by the number of new ... -
Level Of Knowledge Of Healthcare Providers In Mbagathi County Hospital And Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital On The Ispad Management Guidelines Of Diabetic Ketoacidosis.
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background: Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in children with diabetes mellitus. Most healthcare workers especially in sub-Saharan Africa are not able to recognize signs and ... -
Levels and Significance of Serum Cardiac Troponin T (Ctnt) in Burn Patients
(University of Nairobi, 2022)BACKGROUND Burns are a public health problem globally. It is estimated to cause 265,000 deaths from fires alone. Burns trauma are a major cause of injury in Low and Middle-Income Countries (LMIC). Fatal fire-related burns ... -
Levels of Secretory Immunoglobulin a in Saliva and the Periodontal Health Status of Adult Patients Attending the University of Nairobi Dental Hospital
(UON, 2021)Background: Periodontal diseases are a group of common chronic diseases affecting supporting structures of teeth. In Kenya, periodontitis affects 60% to 80% of the population. Secretory Immunoglobulin A (SIgA) is a key ... -
Lifestyle-related risk factors for non-communicable diseases among professionals in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2007)In the developing world, infectious diseases remain a major cause of death. Over the past two decades, any advances against infectious diseases have been reversed .by the rise of HIV-related disorders. Against this gloomy ... -
The lifetime prevalence of sexual and gender based violence among refugee women attending obstetrics and gynecology clinics at Dadaab refugee camp hospitals
(Department of Obsterics and Gynaecology, University of Nairobi, 2009)Background: Sexual violence occurs through out the world.Although in most countries there has been little research conducted on the problem, available data suggest that in some countries nearly one in four women may ... -
Limb Length Discrepancy After Treatment of Pediatric Femoral Shaft Fractures With Traction at Kenyatta National Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2003)This was a prospective study over a period of 12 months from December 2001 to November 2002. The study assessed the results of treatment of fractures of the femoral shaft with traction at the Kenyatta National Hospital. ... -
Linkage to long term care of newly diagnosed Hiv exposed and HIV infected children at Kenyatta national hospital
(University Of NairobiCollege of Health Sciences, 2010)Despite efforts to scale up provider initiated testing and counselling (PITC) and early infant diagnosis (EID) services, it is not known what proportion of newly diagnosed HIV infected and exposed children are successfully ... -
Linking attachment insecurity to increased conduct and behavioral problems in adolescents
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Background/Objectives: Research has suggested that there exists a significant link between insecure attachment and the development of psychopathology in adolescence as shown in increased conduct and behavioral problems. ... -
Lipid And Lipoprotein Changes In Kenya Unban Women Using Two Oral Contraceptives
(University Of Nairobi, 1985)One hundred and twenty five black Kenyan women attending the Family Welfare Clinic at Kenyatta national Hospital and seeking Oral Contraceptive advice were recruited to the study. They were randomly allocated two combined ... -
Lipid profile in Esrd.
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Lived experiences of Caregivers of adolescents diagnosed with substance use disorder attending Kenyatta National Hospital Youth Centre
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Introduction: Substance Use Disorder among the adolescent remains a big threat to health and wellbeing of the individual and the family. Substance abuse affects all age groups but adolescent individuals are most at risk ... -
Lived Experiences of Intimate Partner Violence Among Patients Diagnosed With Gynecological Cancers at Kenyatta National Hospital
(UON, 2021)Introduction: Intimate partner violence is becoming more common across all communities regardless of socioeconomic status, race or religion. Globally, it is estimated that the prevalence of intimate partner violence range ... -
The Liver Function Status In Children With Sickle Cell Anaemia At Kenyatta National Hospital
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Living Kidney Donor Dropout At The Kenyatta National Hospital Transplant Program.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)BACKGROUND. Kidney transplantation involves transplanting a healthy kidney to a patient with ESRD. Donors can either be living or deceased. Living donation offers the advantage of optimal preparation of both the recipient ...
