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Retrospective Audit of Flexible Bronchoscopy Practice at Kenyatta National Hospital - a 5 Year Audit
(University of Nairobi, 2022)
Background: Since the discovery of flexible fiber optic bronchoscopy (FB) by S. Ikeda in
1964. It has become an important diagnostic and therapeutic tool for management of chest
disease. There are numerous indications ...
The Association Between High Body Mass Index and Pregnancy Outcomes Among Women Who Delivered at Webuye County Hospital in 2019: a Retrospective Cohort Study
(University of Nairobi, 2022)
Background: High BMI is associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes, high rate of caesarean sections, and high health care costs in the developed world, but its association with adverse pregnancy outcomes in Kenya has not ...
Assessment of Rational Use of Eye Medication by Health Care Workers in Public Health Facilities in Machakos Town Subcounty.
(University of Nairobi, 2022)
Background: Irrational use of medicines remains a significant global problem and more so in Low
and Middle-Income countries where the burden is higher. It can cause serious harm to patients
through suboptimal treatment ...
Clinical Profiles and Outcomes of End-stage Kidney Disease Adult Patients Treated With Hemodialysis at the Kenyatta National Hospital During Out-of-pocket Payment and National Health Insurance Reimbursement for Hemodialysis Services
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Background: The demand for hemodialysis has grown briskly especially in low- and middle income
countries. Sadly, availability of kidney replacement therapy in developing countries is
scarce and may be unavailable in ...
Prevalence and risk factors associated with the occurrence of Campylobacter sp. in children aged 6-24 months in peri-urban Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Introduction: Campylobacter bacteria is a major cause of foodborne-related bacterial gastroenteritis in humans worldwide. It is known to cause diarrhea in young children which has been shown to directly affect their weight ...
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 ...
Factors Associated With Utilization of Long-lasting Insecticidal Treated Nets Among Pregnant Women in Nyando Sub-county, Kisumu County, 2022
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Introduction: In spite of the progress made in the past decades, malaria continues to be a pressing public health problem in sub-Saharan African countries. Pregnant women are particularly vulnerable to infections and adverse ...
Spectrum of Pediatric Endocrine Disorders as Seen in Kenyatta National Hospital, a 14-year Retrospective Study From 2008 to 2021
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Background
Pediatric endocrinology is an expanding subspecialty in both developed and developing countries and therefore well-equipped hospitals with relevant resources is mandatory to match the rising needs. There is no ...
A Pre- and Post-intervention Comparison of Drug Prescribing and Equipment Sizing Practices During Emergency Resuscitations in the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Background: Prescription practices in paediatrics are weight-based. Errors in inappropriate
drug dosing are the most common. These errors may have dire consequences in emergency
resuscitations.
The importance of correct ...
A Radiological- Pathological Correlation of Hyperostosis Among Patients With Intracranial Meningiomas at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)
Background: Meningiomas account for 34.4% of all central nervous system (CNS) neoplasms in Kenya. Hyperostosis has been described in 25% to 44% of meningiomas. The risk of tumor recurrence is largely dependent on the extent ...