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Haemodialysis catheter related infections among patients undergoing maintenance haemodialysis in the renal unit - Kenyatta National Hospital
(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 ...
Pattern of firearm injuries seen in patients admitted at the Kenyatta National Hospital over a two-year period, with emphasis on injuries to the maxillofacial region
(2006)
Introduction: The widespread and indiscriminate use of firearms has drawn increasing concern
especially in the past decade, though global data on the impact of these weapons on health remains
scanty. Available data suggest ...
Knowledge And Practice Of Basic Anaesthetic Techniques Amongst Medical Officers In Kenya
(University of Nairobi., 2003-04)
This was a descriptive cross-sectional study on knowledge and practice of basic anaesthetic
techniques amongst medical officers in Kenya. The study was undertaken following
approval by the Ethical Research Committee of ...
Case records and commentaries
(2001-05)
In these study obstetric records of 144 parturiens induced with
Prostaglandin E2 pessaries (3mg), either singly or in combination with
amniotomy and/or syntocinon were reviewed. The labour induction rate by
this method ...
Case Records and Commentaries
(2004-02)
Case records and commentaries in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
(2003-11)
In this single blinded randomised clinical trial, 104 expectant clients were randomised
to either receive Misoprostol or Dinoprostone per vaginum for induction of labour.
The outcome indicators were amount of drug used, ...
Abdominal examination in KNH using 16 multi-slice ct scan: review of alara practice in managing patient dose
(University of Nairobi, 2009)
Objective of the study: To assess the justification of abdominal CT examinations
carried out, quantify radiation dose and evaluate the optimization of scanning
parameters that contribute to radiation dose determination ...
Case records and commentaries in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
(2005-02)
Premature removal and discontinuation of contraceptive implants (Norplant) is a cause of
a sizeable national expenditure in Kenya. Understanding the factors that influence the
decision to remove the implants and being ...