Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS): Recent submissions
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Formulation and Evaluation of Topical Meloxicam Emulgels
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background: Meloxicam is one of the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and is commonly used for the symptomatic treatment of pain and inflammation associated with rheumatic diseases such as osteoarthritis. ... -
Quality of Life of Patients Treated for Oral and Oropharyngeal Squamous Cell Carcinoma at Kenyatta National Hospital and University of Nairobi Dental Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background: The number of patients treated for oral cancer continues to rise. Most of these patients have to live with debilitating complications which adversely affect their quality of life (QOL). Rarely do clinicians ... -
The Relationship of Dental Fluorosis, Intellectual Efficiency and Working Memory in 13-15-year-olds Living in Low, Medium and High-water Fluoride Areas in Kajiado County
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Introduction: WHO recommends that water fluoride does not exceed 1.5mg/l. Intake of higher concentration has been reported to cause dental fluorosis, skeletal fluorosis and also to be a neurotoxin. Water is the primary ... -
Pattern of Orofacial Infective Bacterial Microorganisms and Their Antibiogram Profiles at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background: Antibiotic resistance is becoming a global threat to health. In Kenya it is an already acknowledged public health problem. The cost of treating deep neck space infections of odontogenic origin is high. This is ... -
Acute Kidney Injury And Electrolyte Abnormalities Among Patients Admitted With Cholera In Kenyatta National Hospital In Nairobi, Kenya, In The Year 2017
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Title: Acute Kidney Injury and electrolyte abnormalities among patients admitted with Cholera in Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) in Nairobi, Kenya in the year 2017 Background: Cholera is an acute secretory diarrheal ... -
Assessment Of Care For Ambulant Adult Patients On Maintenance Chronic Haemodialysis At The Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background information The burden of chronic kidney disease (CKD) is on the rise locally and globally. The care for patients with CKD is multifaceted and multidisciplinary. The aim of the study was to explore the actual ... -
Oral Health Status And Hygiene Practices Among Visually Impaired Children Attending Thika Primary School For The Blind In Kiambu County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background: Worldwide studies have reported poor oral health among visually impaired individuals. This has been attributed to several factors which include difficulty in attaining good oral hygiene, difficulty in evaluating ... -
Clinico-pathological Pattern Of Odontogenic Neoplasms At Two National Referral Centres In Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background: Odontogenic neoplasms (ONs) are lesions with insidious progress but tend to cause disfigurement and high surgical morbidity. The prevalence in Africa is about 9-69%. Knowledge of their trend and pattern of ... -
The Relationship Between Salivary Interleukin-1β Levels And Periodontal Health Status
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Introduction: The periodontium consists of the gingiva, periodontal ligaments, cementum and alveolar bone. Together the four components function as a unit and are the supportive structures of the teeth, maintaining their ... -
Clinical Profile And Histological Characteristics Of Head And Neck Lymphomas In Patients Seen At Two Referral Centres In Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background Head and neck malignancies continue to be a challenge to patients due to the associated morbidity and mortality. The most common malignancies in the head and neck are squamous cell carcinomas, lymphomas and ... -
Antenatal Care Initiation Versus Delivery Outcomes Among Women Seeking Delivery Services at Kiambu Level Five Hospital, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background: Antenatal care is provided to pregnant women during pregnancy to ensure a safe pregnancy and delivery. The timing of first antenatal care (ANC) initiation is important for assessment and diagnosis of pre-existing ... -
Short-term Outcomes of Asphyxia in Preterm Neonates Receiving Care at Newborn Unit, Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background: Neonatal resuscitation plays a major role in preventing neonatal death due to asphyxia. Globally, it is estimated that out of 2.5 million neonatal deaths that occur annually, 28% of which is attributed to ... -
Exploring Strategies to Improve Adherence to Immunization schedule Among Children Attending the Maternal and Child Health Clinic at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background: Globally, immunization is among the major contributors to public health. It prevents 20% of childhood mortality annually. The highest fatality rates from vaccine preventable diseases are usually among children ... -
Experiences of Parents on Kangaroo Mother Care in the Neonatal Clinic at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Introduction:Kangaroo mother care is a practice used to care for premature infants and low birth weight babies. It has been endorsed by the World health organization as a cheap and reliable method of reducing neonatal ... -
An Audit And Review Of Histopathological Reporting Of Prostate Cancer On Prostatic Tissue Specimens In Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background Cancer of the prostate is the second most frequent cancer in males globally and commonest in Kenya. The gold standard of diagnosis is histopathology. A complete report is required for patient management. ... -
Prevalence Of Cannabis Use Among Patients Attending Themethadone Clinic At Mathari National Teaching & Referral Hospital: A Retrospective Study
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background: There is a dearth of evidence on cannabis use among patients receiving methadone in Kenya as the medically assisted therapy (MAT) program is still fairly new in the country. However, polysubstance use especially ... -
Fine Needle Aspiration Cytological Findings In HIV Positive Patients Presenting With Head And Neck Masses At Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background: Head and neck masses commonly occur within the thyroid, salivary glands and lymph nodes as well as other soft tissues of the lesions. Lymphadenopathy is a common signs of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) ... -
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices Of Breast Milk Expression And Storage Among Working Mothers With Infants Under 6 Months Of Age In Public Well Baby Clinics
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background: A negative relationship has been noted between exclusive breastfeeding and postpartum return to work. Many studies show that working mothers are not able to successfully exclusively breastfeed. Expression and ... -
Prevalence,barriers And Facilitators Of Cervical Cancer Screening Among Women Attending Gynaecology Outpatient Clinics In Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background Cervical cancer is the second most common cancer and the leading cause of cancer deaths among women in Nairobi. Screening of this cancer facilitates early detection, prompt treatment and consequently reduces ... -
Seroprevalence Of Zika Virus In Selected Regions In Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background: The 2015-2016 Zika virus pandemic in South America stirred worldwide concern by the public and scientific community. This was due to studies linking Zika virus infection to neurological complications such as ...