Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS): Recent submissions
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Determinants Of Demand For Healthcare Services In Private Hospitals In Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Access to quality healthcare has been a long term policy issue in Kenya, as well as in many countries globally; both developed and developing ones alike. The exponential growth of the private health care sector is a ... -
Role of Social Networks on Sexual and Health Seeking Behaviors among Menwho Have Sexwith Men (Msms)in Nairobi, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)In Kenya Men who have sex with other Men (MSMs) remain at a higher risk of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) including HIV than the general population. Access to health services among MSMs is still low despite ... -
Prevalence And Factors Associated With Missed Opportunities For Immunization Among Children Below 60 Months At Siaya County Referral Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: Immunization is today one of the safest, most cost-effective, and powerful means of preventing deaths and improving lives. Even though immunization currently averts an estimated 2 -3 million deaths every year, ... -
Adequacy Of Acute Pain Management In Adult Patients Admitted With Thermal Burns At Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: Worldwide incidence of adult thermal burns is 3-10%. Thermal burns cause significant tissue injury leading to acute pain which if not adequately controlled leads to delayed wound healing, prolonged hospital ... -
Efficacy and Tolerability of Granisetron Versus Ondansetron in the Prevention of Chemotherapy Induced Nausea and Vomiting Among Cancer Patients at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2016)ABSTRACT Background Nausea and vomiting experienced by patients receiving cytotoxic therapy is distressing and occasionally debilitating. Differences and similarities in the effectiveness among serotonin-receptor antagonists ... -
The incidence of episiotomy and associated morbidity among primigravid women at Mbagathi hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background Episiotomy is the commonest obstetric surgical procedure after cord ligation that was introduced in practice in the 18th century without strong scientific evidence of its benefits, which included non reassuring ... -
Dentofacial trauma in selected contact sports among high school students in Nairobi City County
(University of Nairobi, 2016)INTRODUCTION: Physical activities such as sports which are competitive at all levels are increasingly becoming popular worldwide. In light of this, Kenyan youth are participating more in competitive sports. Unfortunately ... -
Pattern Of Foot And Ankle Deformities In Children With Spastic Cerebral Palsy As Seen At A Kenyan Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: Cerebral palsy (CP) is a leading cause of childhood disability. Life expectancy in children and youth with cerebral palsy is directly influenced by the patients’ ability to ambulate and perform activities of ... -
Heart Failure Knowledge And Self Care Behaviour Practices Among Ambulatory Heart Failure Patients At Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background Heart Failure (HF) is a global public health problem associated with a high consumption of medical resources. It is considered a worldwide epidemic and the incidence and prevalence is increasing in developed ... -
Characterisation of Mutations In Exons 6 and 7 of the Tp53 Gene in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background Oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) is the commonest type of oral cancer accounting for over 96% of all reported oral cancer cases. GLOBOCAN 2012 reports the prevalence of lip and oral cavity cancer in Kenya ... -
A Grounded Theory of Regaining Normalcy: Health Seeking Behaviour and Reintegration of Patients With Obstetric Fistula in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: Obstetric fistula is a reproductive health problem causing immense suffering to 1% of women in Kenya. Formed as sequelae to obstructed labour, the women endure urinary and faecal incontinence, foot drop, social ... -
Incisive Papilla as a Biometric Reference to Maxillary Anterior Tooth Positions Among Kenyans of African Descent
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Introduction: Denture aesthetics is key in patient satisfaction with complete denture treatment. Positions of maxillary anterior teeth are critical in the aesthetic outcome of complete dentures. Positions of denture teeth ... -
Assesment of Early Surgical Complications of Peritoneal Dialysis Catheters for Acute Kidney Injury in Children at Kenyatta National Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background Peritoneal dialysis is a commonly deployed renal replacement therapy (RRT) option in children who have acute kidney injury (AKI) in many centers worldwide including Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH). Special ... -
Occurrence and Pattern of Maxillofacial Injuries Caused by Motorcycle Crashes Presenting at Two Referral Hospitals in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: Road Traffic Crashes (RTCs) constitutes a major public health concern especially with the evolution of transport systems and utilization of motorcycle as a means of transport, due to their affordability and ... -
The Efficacy of Interpersonal Therapy on Depression Among People Living With Hiv/aids Attending City Council Health Facilities in Dagoretti District- Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Introduction and Background The commonest mental health disorder diagnosed in level two and three Primary Health Care settings in people living with Human Immune Virus and Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome is major ... -
Prevalence and Pattern of Sensorineural Hearing Impairment Among Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2016)BACKGROUND Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus is an illness in which insulin secretion and action is impaired. In 2014 the global prevalence of diabetes was estimated to be 9% among adults. in Africa the prevalence of diabetes has ... -
Sero-prevalence and Associated Risk Factors of Brucellosis and Q-fever in Livestock and Humans in Kajiado County, Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Animal and human health is inextricably linked. People depend on animals for nutrition, socio-economic development and companionship. A cross-sectional serological study was carried out to determine the sero-prevalence ... -
Prevalence of Hypocalcemia in Term Neonates With Moderate and Severe Perinatal Asphyxia in Kenyatta National Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Introduction: Perinatal asphyxia is a common neonatal problem that contributes significantly to neonatal morbidity and mortality. It is a multi-organ disorder and some of it’s’ complications include cerebral palsy, organ ... -
Prevalence of Exclusive Breastfeeding Among Infants Under 6 Months Old Attending Mnazi Mmoja Hospital Zanzibar
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: Breastfeeding is an important tool of preventing childhood illnesses, obesity, and hypertension later on in life. In addition it reduces the cost to the family and the entire country. Exclusive breastfeeding ... -
Comparative Cost Effectiveness of Metformin Monotherapy and Metformin/dipeptidylpeptidase4 Inhibitor Combination Therapy in Drug Naïve Type 2 Diabetes Patients at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Introduction The combination of metformin and Dipeptidyl Peptidase 4 inhibitors has superior health outcomes as compared to metformin alone. However, the cost may be prohibitive and the combination is being considered ...