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The role of kidney transplantation as a component of integrated care for chronic kidney disease
(University of Nairobi, 2020)
Kidney transplant provides superior outcomes to dialysis as a treatment for end-stage kidney disease. Therefore, it is essential that kidney transplantation be part of an integrated treatment and management plan for chronic ...
Potential oral health effects of e-cigarettes and vaping: A review and case reports
(University of Nairobi, 2020)
Objective: In this article, the potential oral health consequences of vaping are described. While most dentists are likely aware of the potential serious health effects involved with vaping, the aim of this article was to ...
A meta-analysis of the relationship between anatomical variations of pulmonary veins and atrial fibrillation
(University of Nairobi, 2020)
Background: Our aim was to provide an evidence-based assessment of the relationship between pulmonary vein variants and atrial fibrillation (AF).Methods: A comprehensive systematic search was performed on the databases ...
COVID-19 Preparedness Within the Surgical, Obstetric, and Anesthetic Ecosystem in Sub-Saharan Africa
(University of Nairobi, 2020)
Prevalence and causes of vision loss in sub-Saharan Africa in 2015: magnitude, temporal trends and projections
(University of Nairobi, 2020)
Background: This study aimed to assess the prevalence and causes of vision loss in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) in 2015, compared with prior years, and to estimate expected values for 2020.
Methods: A systematic review and ...
High-risk Human Papillomavirus Messenger RNA Testing in Wet- And Dry- Self-Collected Specimens for High-Grade Cervical Lesion Detection in Mombasa, Kenya
(UoN, 2020)
Background: Self-collection for high-risk HPV (hr-HPV) mRNA testing may improve cervical cancer screening. Hr-HPV mRNA with self-collected specimens stored dry could enhance feasibility and acceptance of specimen collection ...
Detection of dengue virus type 2 of Indian origin in acute febrile patients in rural Kenya
(PLOS, 2020-03)
Dengue virus (DENV) has caused recent outbreaks in coastal cities of Kenya, but the epidemiological situation in other areas of Kenya is largely unknown. We investigated the role of DENV infection as a cause of acute febrile ...
Prevalence, Incidence, and Distribution of Human Papillomavirus Types in Female Sex Workers in Kenya
(UoN, 2020)
Female sex workers (FSWs) have a notably high risk of acquiring human papillomavirus (HPV) infections. Relatively few studies address the type-specific prevalence and incidence of HPV among FSWs in sub-Saharan Africa. FSWs ...
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Awareness among Primary Care Physicians in Africa
(University of Nairobi, 2020)
Rationale: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a significant health problem among adults and children globally, resulting in decreased quality of life and increased costs of healthcare. For optimal clinical care, primary care ...
Treatment of Patients With Late-Stage Colorectal Cancer: ASCO Resource-Stratified Guideline
(University of Nairobi, 2020)
Purpose: To provide expert guidance to clinicians and policymakers in resource-constrained settings on the management of patients with late-stage colorectal cancer.
Methods: ASCO convened a multidisciplinary, multinational ...