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Calcifying epithelial odontogenic tumor (pindborg tumor)
(Department of Oral/Maxillofacial Surgery, 2012) -
The Calcifying Epithelial Odontogenic Tumour (Pindborg’s tumour). A case report.
(University of NairobiSchool of Dental Sciences, 1995) -
Calcium Channel Blockers for People with Phronic Kidney Disease Requiring Dialysis
(University of Nairobi, 2014)This is the protocol for a review and there is no abstract. The objectives are as follows: This review aims to look at the benefits and harms of CCB for people with CKD requiring dialysis. -
Calcium entry in Trypanosoma brucei is regulated by phospholipase A2 and arachidonic acid
(University of Nairobi,Department of Biochemistry, 1998)In contrast with mammalian cells, little is known about the control of Ca2+ entry into primitive protozoans. Here we report that Ca2+ influx in pathogenic Trypanosoma brucei can be regulated by phospholipase A2 (PLA2) and ... -
Calculation of creatinine clearance from plasma creatinine
(Department of Medicine, University of Nairobi, 1993)Glomerular filtration rate (GFR) is commonly assessed by measurement of endogenous creatinine clearance (Ccr). Several formulae have been described to calculate Ccr from plasma creatinine. I have evaluated the effectiveness ... -
A call to review values, commitment, and outlook to mainstream mental health
(University of Nairobi, 2023) -
Campylobacter gastroenteritis in Nairobi.
(Medicine, University of Nairobi, 1983) -
Can a normal range of elbow movement predict a normal elbow x ray?
(University of NairobiSchool of medicine,University of Nairobi, 2007-02)BACKGROUND: Elbow injuries account for approximately 2-3% of presentations to the emergency department. This is associated not only with a very high rate of x rays but also with a very high rate of "missed fractures" ... -
Can a special unit for the treatment of tetanus be justified in a developing country?
(University of NairobiCollege of Health Science, 1973-12) -
Can PSA predict bone metastasis amongst newly diagnosed prostate cancer patients?
(Annals of African Surgery, 2018-01)Background: The decision as to when a bone scan is necessary in the staging of prostate cancer is controversial with different studies giving varying recommendations on the same subject. Objective: To determine the utility ... -
Can The Prognosis Of Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma Be Predicted Using Computer Assisted Morphometric Image Analysis?
(University of NairobiSchool of Medicine, 1989)Analysis of 355 cases with fractures of the mandible indicated that 74.9% of the cases were due to interpersonal violence and 13.8% were caused by road traffic accidents. The men to women ratio was 8.4:1 and 75.5% of the ... -
Can The Progress Of Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma Be Predicted Using Computer-assisted Morphometric Image Analysis?
(University of NairobiSchool of Medicine, 1988)Analysis of 355 cases with fractures of the mandible indicated that 74.9% of the cases were due to interpersonal violence and 13.8% were caused by road traffic accidents. The men to women ratio was 8.4:1 and 75.5% of the ... -
Can the Service Environment Influence the Use of Services for Antenatal care and Delivery?
(University of Nairobi,Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology,, 2004) -
Can women with special needs (prostitutes) participate in development of health learning materials for control of AIDS and sexually transmitted diseases
(Department of Medical Microbiology, College of Health Sciences, University of Nairobi, 1992) -
The Canadian retinoblastoma research advisory board: a framework for patient engagement
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Plain english summary: Retinoblastoma is a rare eye cancer that occurs in one or both eyes of infants and young children as a result of errors in the RB1 gene. There are approximately 2000 retinoblastoma survivors in Canada. ... -
Cancer and COVID-19 Experiences at African Cancer Centers: The Silver Lining.
(University of Nairobi, 2021)PURPOSE The COVID-19 pandemic significantly disrupted cancer care in Africa, further exposing major health disparities. This paper compares and contrasts the experiences of 15 clinicians in six different African cancer ... -
Cancer Causes & Control > Vol. 21, No. 12, December 2010.
(Department of Pathology, University of Nairobi, 2010)Objectives A human papillomavirus (HPV) prevalence survey was done in Mombasa, Kenya, to improve the knowledge of HPV prevalence and genotype distribution in sub-Saharan African countries overall, and in women of different ... -
Cancer genetics education in a low- to middle-income country: evaluation of an interactive workshop for clinicians in kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2015-06-02)Background Clinical genetic testing is becoming an integral part of medical care for inherited disorders. While genetic testing and counseling are readily available in high-income countries, in low- and middle-income ... -
Cancer of the male genital tract
(1995)Partial penectomy is effective in the treatment of T1 and T2 penile carcinoma with 80% five-year survival rates in the absence of inguinal metastases, and the residual stump is serviceable for upright micturition and sexual ... -
Cancer of the mouth and jaws : Prevailing challenges in its management
(University of NairobiDepartment of Conservative and Prosthetic Dentistry, Faculty of Dental Sciences, University of NairobiDepartment of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery/Oral Medicine and Oral Pathology, Faculty of Dental Sciences, University of Nairobi, 1998)Throughout the economically developing nations, the morbidity and mortality arising from cancer of the mouth and jaws has remained high despite the current advances in surgical and medical practice. Late presentation worsens ...
