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Referencing orbital measures for surgical and cosmetic procedures
(2012)Orbital morphometry is an important consideration during surgical procedures such as reconstruction of the face and cranium. These are done to restore lost functional capacity or to improve cosmetic appearance. Periorbital ... -
The referral system in Health care Delivery in Kenya
(University of NairobiCollege of health science, 1974) -
Reflections On The First Pan- African Conference On Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
(University of Nairobi, 1997-04) -
Refractive errors in type 2 diabetic patients.
(2007)To determine the prevalence and pattern of refractive errors among African type 2 diabetes mellitus patients and establish the relationship between baseline refractive status and degree of glycaemic control. A hospital ... -
Regional Differences In Aorta Of Goat (Capra Hircus
(Department of Human Anatomy, School of Medicine, University of Nairobi, Kenya., 2010-11)Regional differences in the aortic wall are important in explaining the physicomechanical properties and disease distribution in this artery. The goat is a suitable model for studying cardiovascular disease, but the regional ... -
Regional differences in aorta of goat (capra hircus).
(University of Nairobi.Department of Human Anatomy, University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2010-11)Regional differences in the aortic wall are important in explaining the physicomechanical properties and disease distribution in this artery. The goat is a suitable model for studying cardiovascular disease, but the regional ... -
Regional Differences in Prevalence of HIV-1 Discordance in Africa and Enrollment of HIV-1 Discordant Couples into an HIV-1 Prevention Trial
(Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2008)Background Most HIV-1 transmission in Africa occurs among HIV-1-discordant couples (one partner HIV-1 infected and one uninfected) who are unaware of their discordant HIV-1 serostatus. Given the high HIV-1 incidence ... -
Regional Differences in the Diameter of Coronary Sinus among Black Kenyans
(2014)Background: Dimensions of the coronary sinus are important in the design of cannulation devices used in cardiac resynchronization therapy and percutaneous mitral valve annuloplasty. Gender and population variations may ... -
Regional Differences in the Tunica Media of the Uterine Artery of Domestic Pig (Sus Scrofa Domesticus): Basis for Uterine Blood Flow Regulation
(2015)This study aimed at describing the structure of tunica media of the uterine artery of domestic pig, since this structure influences the pattern of blood flow and reproductive performance. Specimens were obtained from main ... -
Regional topography of the internal carotid artery
(2015)We studied the extra cranial portion of the internal carotid artery and structures associated with it, which are vulnerable to iatrogenic injury during surgical approach to the neck region in 18 individuals. Distances ... -
Regional variation in prevalence of antibody against human T-lymphotropic virus types I and III in Kenya, East Africa
(University of Nairobi,Department of Medicine, 1985-06)The prevalence of antibodies against HTLV-III and -I was studied among populations of 6 distinctly different regions of Kenya, an equatorial African country in which AIDS has rarely been observed. Overall, 21% of subjects ... -
Regional variations in the microscopic organization of the human rectus sheath
(Department of Human Anatomy, 2000)The pattern of formation of the rectus sheath from the aponeuroses of external oblique, internal oblique, and transversus abdominis muscles shows regional variations. These variations may influence the microscopic organisation ... -
Registered Theatre Nursing Clinical Log
(Department of Nursing Sciences, University of Nairobi., 1999-05)Abuse of substances of dependence have risen dramatically and spawned major health problems in Kenya. We conducted a study on the effects of post-basic psychiatric training on nurses -
Regression and Simulation Models for Human and Baboon Brain Parameters
(Department of Human anatomy, 2011)The variations in morphometric parameter of mammalian brains may be influenced by process of functional complexity, evolution and adaptation. Comparative analysis of linear measurements of cerebrum in the human and baboon ... -
Regression of cytomegalovirus retinitis in AIDS patients without systemic maintenance anti-cytomegalovirus therapy treated with highly active antiretroviral therapy
(Department of Ophthalmology, College of Health Sciences, University of Nairobi, 1999)BACKGROUND: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the course of CMV retinitis after initiation of highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) and discontinuation of systemic anti-CMV maintenance therapy. PATIENTS ... -
Regression of splenomegaly and hepatomegaly in children treated for Schistosoma haematobium infection
(School of Medicine, University of Nairobi, 1985)During a study in Kenya of the relationships between Schistosoma haematobium infection and anemia and growth, evidence was found to suggest that this infection was associated with splenomegaly in children, and that both ... -
Regular Male Partners of Female Sex Workers from Nairobi, Kenya: High Risk Partnerships with Important Implications for HIV Transmission (
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Regular use of depot medroxyprogesterone acetate causes thinning of the superficial lining and apical distribution of HIV target cells in the human ectocervix
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: The hormonal contraceptive depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA) may be associated with an increased risk of acquiring human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). We hypothesize that DMPA use influences the ectocervical ... -
Regulation of Monopolies, Restrictive Trade Practices and Prices in Ancient India
(University of NairobiDepartment of Public Law, School of Law, 1992) -
Regulation of mucosal and systemic immune activation during the menstrual cycle of female sex workers from nairobi, kenya; local regulation and HIV-induced impairment
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Problem: Vaginal intercourse is the main route of HIV infection among women. To result in a productive infection, HIV must encounter activated targets that sustain replication. Sexual hormones modulate activation and ...
