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Comparative Intimo-media Morphology Of The Human Splenic And Common Hepatic Arteries
(University of Nairobi, 2011)
A profile of female breast cancer patients in a Kenyan private hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2013)
Abstract Not Available
Risk Factors for Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma in a Kenyan Population
(2015)
Background: Esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC) is common in some parts of Kenya. Both the regional factors associated with ESCC in Kenya and geographic distribution has not been completely described.
Methods: ...
Introduction of the Canadian CT Head Rule Reduces CT Scan Use in Minor Head Injury
(2015)
Background: The burden of traumatic brain injury (TBI) is rising in developing countries. Minor head injuries accounts for majority of non-fatal head injury and is associated with significant resource use. The utility of ...
Single-stranded DNA oligonucleotides inhibit TLR3-mediated responses in human monocyte-derived dendritic cells and in vivo in cynomolgus macaques.
(University of Nairobi, 2012-07)
TLR3 is a key receptor for recognition of double-stranded RNA and initiation of immune responses against viral infections. However, hyperactive responses can have adverse effects, such as virus-induced asthma. Strategies ...
Partial inactivation of CCR5- and CXCR4- tropic HIV-1 by human urine.
(University of Nairobi, 2011-12)
Human urine has been poorly investigated with regard to infection with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Here, we have studied the anti-infective functional properties of human urine against HIV. The effect of fresh urine ...
How do Iranian emergency doctors decide? Clinical decision making processes in practice.
(University of Nairobi, 2012)
INTRODUCTION:
Emergency doctors must make decisions for many patients in a limited time. Various emergency cases are not compatible with routine conditions as described in textbooks, so doctors use clinical decision ...
Preliminary data from a de novo trauma registry
(2016)
Background: Trauma remains a significant cause of morbidity and mortality globally. Trauma registries are a key component of trauma systems in developed countries which have promoted improvement of patient care and outcomes. ...
Establishing hospital-based trauma registry systems: lessons from Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2013-12)
OBJECTIVE:
In the developing world, data about the burden of injury, injury outcomes, and complications of care are limited. Hospital-based trauma registries are a data source that can help define this burden. Under the ...