Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS): Recent submissions
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Quality of Life of Children With Chronic Cough and of Their Parents at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Background: Chronic cough is a common and frequently debilitating problem of childhood associated with high morbidity. It has been shown to negatively impact the quality of life (QoL) of both children and their caregivers. ... -
Association Between the Length of Interpregnancy Interval and Pregnancy Outcomes in Women With One Previous Caeserian Section Undergoing a Repeat Caeserian Delivery at Term at Term at Pumwani Maternity Hospital Between 2014 and 2018 a Cross-sectional Study
(UON, 2021)Background: A caesarean section (CS) is a life-saving surgical procedure when certain complications arise during pregnancy and labour. However, it is a major surgery and is associated with immediate maternal and perinatal ... -
Levels of Secretory Immunoglobulin a in Saliva and the Periodontal Health Status of Adult Patients Attending the University of Nairobi Dental Hospital
(UON, 2021)Background: Periodontal diseases are a group of common chronic diseases affecting supporting structures of teeth. In Kenya, periodontitis affects 60% to 80% of the population. Secretory Immunoglobulin A (SIgA) is a key ... -
Short Term Outcomes Among Children From 6 Months to 59 Months of Age Admitted for Severe Acute Malnutrition at Prince Regent Charles Hospital, Bujumbura
(UON, 2021)Background: Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) remains one of the major global health problems, contributing to childhood morbidity and mortality throughout the world. Regardless of the availability of standard protocol for ... -
The Effect of Weight of Resection in Reduction Mammopalsty on the Symptoms and Quality of Life in Patients With Breast Hypertrophy in Nairobi, Kenya
(UON, 2021)Background Breast Hypertrophy (Bh) Is a Psychologically and Physically Debilitating Condition Characterized by Abnormal Enlargement of the Breast Tissue. Studies Have Shown That Reduction Mammoplasty (Rm) Results in ... -
Antimicrobial Susceptibility Profile of Helicobacter Pylori Isolated From Patients With Dyspepsia in Two Tertiary Hospitals in Nairobi, Kenya
(UON, 2021)Background: Helicobacter pylori infection is a global problem with prevalence remaining high in developing countries. It has been implicated in the causation of a wide spectrum of gastric pathologies. The emergence of ... -
Prevalence of Depression Among Patients With Chronic Kidney Disease (Ckd) at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(UON, 2021)Study background: Depression is a common co-morbidity among patients with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). Preceding studies indicates that this condition causes increased mortality and is also linked to poor quality of life. ... -
Knowledge, Utilisation, and Preferences of Reproductive Health Services Among Youth Whose Parents Are Receiving Care at Knh; a Comparative Cross-sectional Study
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Introduction: In Kenya, 13% of people living with HIV (PLWHA) in 2017 were youthsaged 15-24 years. Youths also account for 39% of new HIV infections, while the prevalence of STI and unwanted pregnancies is estimated to be ... -
Association Between Emotional Distress Tolerance and Depression Among Postgraduate Medical Trainees in the University of Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Introduction Mental health is a concern to society. Medical students go through a lot of stressors due to the complexity of their work, family issues, as well as college work. Therefore, they become vulnerable to mental ... -
Pattern of Secondary Cleft Lip and Palate Deformities in Patients Seen in Selected Hospitals in Nairobi, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Study background Cleft lip and palate (CLP) deformities are the commonest congenital anomalies affecting orofacial structures, usually found in one in every 700–1000 of the new-borns worldwide. Whereas most deformities ... -
Pregnancy Outcomes After Single Agent Versus Multiagent Chemotherapy for Gestational Trophoblastic Neoplasia at Kenyatta National Hospital
(UON, 2021)Background:gestational Trophoblastic Neoplasia (Gtn) Is a Rare and Treatable Cancer for Women Reported in About 2.4/1000 and 4.6/1000 Live Births in Two Separate Studies in Africa. It Occurs Because of Abnormal Proliferation ... -
Serological and Molecular Detection of Brucellosis and Its Risk Factors for Sheep and Goat Flocks in Kajiado County, Kenya
(UON, 2021)Brucellosis is a zoonotic disease that poses significant public health risk globally. This study was done to estimate molecular and serological prevalence of Brucella pathogens in sheep and goats in five wards (Matapato ... -
Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Basic Trauma Life Support Among Boda Boda Riders in Kilifi County, Kenya
(UON, 2021)Background Road traffic injuries kill more than 1.3 million people every year. Low and Middle Income Countries (LMICs) like Kenya account for 93% of all road traffic accidents (RTAs) deaths worldwide and close to 50 million ... -
Assessment of Structure and Process Factors Influencing Dignified Intrapartum Care Among Midwives at Kenyatta National Hospital
(UON, 2021)Background: Dignified intrapartum care is the basic right for every woman during childbirth. Non- dignified intrapartum care has been reported globally, and recognized as a powerful deterrence to facility-based childbirth. ... -
Nurses’ Preparedness in Management of Physiologically Unstable Patients With Severe Covid-19 Disease at the Accident and Emergency Department, Kenyatta National Hospital, Nairobi
(UON, 2021)Background: COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted global systems through exponential infections, severe disease, deaths, and profound negative economic impact. The health systems have been affected to the point of being overrun ... -
Non-communicable Diseases (NCDS) Burden Among People Living With HIV/AIDS (PLHIV) in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Introduction: People living with HIV (PLHIV) in Kenya are disproportionately affected by non-communicable diseases (NCDs) yet care is suboptimal. Objectives: This study sought to determine burden of NCDs among PLHIVs in ... -
Prevalence, Trends and Risk Factors of Infections in Post Renal Transplant Recipients in Kenyatta National Hospital
(UON, 2021)Background: Infections in post renal transplant recipients remain a major concern despite advances in medical care post procedure. They are significantly higher compared to hospitalizations arising from allograft ... -
Prevalence and Factors Associated With Impaired Six Minute Walk Test in Children With Sickle Cell Disease at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(UON, 2021)Background: The six-minute walk test is a simple, reproducible, reliable and valid tool for evaluation of baseline functional capacity in chronic diseases like sickle cell disease (SCD). Objectives: Primarily determine ... -
Prevalence of Vitamin D Insufficiency and Deficiency Among Children With Cerebral Pasly at the Kenyatta National Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Background: Deficiency of Vitamin D occurs commonly worldwide. Children with cerebral palsy (CP) are at a higher risk of vitamin D deficiency (VDD) due to the comorbidities that occur with CP. These include; feeding ...