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Preliminary Effectiveness of Group Interpersonal Psychotherapy for Young Kenyan Mothers With HIV and Depression: A Pilot Trial
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Objective: The authors adopted a task-sharing strategy in which lay health workers delivered group interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT-G) in primary care clinics in Nairobi, Kenya, to young mothers with HIV and depression. ... -
Preliminary efficacy study of a bioadhesive vaginal metronidazole tablet in the treatment of bacterial vaginosis
(Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Nairobi, Kenya, 1995) -
Preliminary evaluation of a new curriculum--incorporation of problem based learning (PBL) into the traditional format
(Department of Medicine, University of Nairobi, 1993)An account of the establishment of a Problem Based Learning (PBL) curriculum at the Eric Williams Medical Science Complex Republic of Trinidad and Tobago provides the forum for a critical analysis of this process and for ... -
Preliminary experience of bone scanning with 99mTc-labelled polyphosphate in malignant disease.
(Department of Radiology and Surgery,University of Nairobi, 1974) -
Preliminary experience with intraperitoneal catheters in the treatment of ovarian cancer
(University of Nairobi.Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, 1991-03)Twenty-nine patients with ovarian carcinoma were treated with intraperitoneal cisplatin. Insertion of an intraabdominal catheter was performed during second-look laparotomy. Only one serious complication occurred with ... -
A preliminary open trial on interferon stimulator (SNMC) derived from Glycyrrhiza glabra in the treatment of subacute hepatic failure
(Department of Medicine, College of Health Sciences, University of Nairobi, 1993)The efficacy of the interferon stimulator named Stronger Neo Minophagen-C (SNMC) derived form the plant G. glabra was studied at a dose of 40 or 100 ml daily for 30 days followed by thrice weekly intravenously for 8 wk in ... -
Preliminary Outcome of Case Series of the Management of Unilateral and Bilateral Craniomandibular Ankylosis in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Temporomandibularmandibular ankylosis also known as the craniomandibular joint (CMJ) ankylosis is a Greek terminology that means “stiff joint”. It is most commonly associated with trauma and to a lesser extent middle ear ... -
A preliminary pharmacological study of wisanine, a piperidine type alkaloid from the roots of Piper guineense [proceedings].
(University of NairobiSchool of medicine,University of Nairobi, 1977-06) -
A preliminary report on "mass hysteria" in an Ankole school in Uganda.
(Department of Psychiatry, University of Nairobi, 1973) -
Preliminary report on G6PD and sickling test in a malarial area: a concurrent study to malarial nephropathy.
(college of health science, 1983) -
Preliminary study of the intense sympathetic discharge induced centrally after lateral ventricular administration of whole venom of Dendroaspis polylepis
(Department of Medicine, University of Nairobi, 1977)Lateral ventricular administration of 100 microgram of Dendroaspis polylepis venom is cats consistently produced a marked rise in arterial blood pressure, heart rate dilatation of pupils and piloerection. This intense ... -
A preliminary study on serum magnesium levels in patients seen at the Kenyatta National Hospital, Nairobi
(Univesity of NairobiDepartment of Medicine, 1985-11) -
Premature ovarian failure in twins: case presentation and literature review.
(University of Nairobi, 2016) -
Premedication with 40mg. temazepam before minor surgery
(University of Nairobi.Department of Clinical Pharmacology, College of Health Sciences, University of Nairobi, 1986) -
Premedication with temazepam in minor surgery
(University of NairobiCollege of Health Science, 1989-10)Fourteen patients received oral premedication of temazepam in soft gelatin capsules before minor surgery. The plasma concentrations of temazepam and its sedative, anxiolytic and amnesic effects were measured for 24 hours. ... -
Premedication with temazepam in minor surgery. The relationship between plasma concentration and clinical effect after a dose of 40 mg
(University of Nairobi.Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Nairobi, 1989-10)Fourteen patients received oral premedication of temazepam in soft gelatin capsules before minor surgery. The plasma concentrations of temazepam and its sedative, anxiolytic and amnesic effects were measured for 24 hours. ... -
Prenatal ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging in fetal varicella syndrome: correlation with pathology findings.
(University of Nairobi.College of Health Sciences, 2003-09)OBJECTIVES: To assess the diagnostic value of prenatal magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in addition to prenatal ultrasound in a case of fetal varicella syndrome. METHODS: Comparison of prenatal ultrasound and MRI features ... -
Prenylated Isoflavanones with Antimicrobial Potential from the Root Bark of Dalbergia melanoxylon
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Dalbergia melanoxylon Guill. & Perr (Fabaceae) is widely utilized in the traditional medicine of East Africa, showing effects against a variety of ailments including microbial infections. Phytochemical investigation of the ... -
Preoperative fasting among adult patients for elective surgery in a Kenyan referral hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Background. Preoperative fasting (POF) is physiologically and precautionary important during anesthesia and surgery. POF from midnight has been practiced despite the recommended shorter practice. Objective. Assessing ... -
[Preoperative infection prophylaxis with 1% polyvidon-iodine solution based on the example of conjunctival staphylococci].
(Department of Ophthalmology, College of Health Sciences, University of Nairobi, 1999)BACKGROUND: Most germs causing postoperative endophthalmitis derive from the conjunctival bacterial normal flora. Postoperative endophthalmitis is often induced by staphylococcal germs. The application of polyvidone-iodine ...