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Scintigraphic patterns in thyroid disease in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2007)
Introduction
Scintigraphy using technetium pertechnetate is a readily available tool for
showing physiological activity, or lack of it, within the thyroid gland. The
correct interpretation of thyroid scans is critical ...
Prevalence of refractive errors among primary school children in Makueni District, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2007)
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Objective:
ABSTRACT:Prevalence of refractive errors among the primary school children of
Makueni District, Kenya.
To determine the magnitude and pattern of significant refractive errors in
primary school children ...
Stigma towards mental illness and the mentally ill in a rural community in Kenya
(Universty of Nairobi, 2007-07)
Introduction: Stigma is a mark of disgrace or discredit that sets a person aside from others. It is
a term of prejudice based on negative stereotyping. It is based on the perception of a difference
which is ultimately ...
An investigation on the phytochemical components. The analgesic and antiinflamatory activities of a traditonally used plant extract
(University of Nairobi, 2007)
Inflammatory diseases including different types of rheumatic diseases like rheumatic
fever and rheumatoid arthritis are a major world wide clinical concern. Such conditions
are mainly managed using drugs like NSAIDS ...
Prevalence of peripheral arterial disease among chronic kidney disease patients at Kenyatta National Hospital
(Universty of Nairobi, 2007)
Background
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a worldwide public health problem. There is a
high prevalence of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in patients with CKD
contributed to by presence of both traditional and non-traditional ...