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Prevalence of Suicidal Behavior and Associated Psychiatric Morbidity Among Patients Admitted in the Maximum-security Unit at Mathari National Teaching and Referral Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background Suicide is among the leading causes of death worldwide and is considered a major global health issue accounting for 1.3% of all deaths. Suicidal behavior has also been identified as a global issue as nearly all ... -
The Predictors of Health-related Quality of Life Among Adult Patients With Esophageal Cancer at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Esophageal cancer is an aggressive malignancy with an increasing incidence rate and varying degrees of health-related outcomes and overall survival. There is a large and growing number of patients affected ... -
Sexual Dysfunction in Patients Treated for Cervical Cancer at the Cancer Center Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)BACKGROUND: Cervical cancer is the second most common cancer diagnosed in women in Kenya. Majority of the patients are diagnosed with locally advanced cancer which is treated with a combination of concurrent chemotherapy ... -
The Prevalence, Patterns and Factors Associated With Work-related Musculoskeletal Symptoms Among Surgical Residents at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Workers all over the world are faced with work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs) and symptoms, which have a large cost on both employers and employees. Within the medical sector, surgeons work in an ... -
Influence of Lime and Fertilizer Application on Growth and Yield of Dry Bean (Phaseolus Vulgairs L.)
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Dry bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) is an important legume crop in the world. The crop is widely cultivated in both developed and developing countries. In Kenya, dry bean is a staple food crop, which comes second after maize ... -
Periodontal Status in Relation to Severity of Rheumatoid Arthritis Among Patients Attending the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Periodontal disease prevalence is high globally as well as in Kenya affecting about 80% of the population. Rheumatoid arthritis prevalence in Kenya was estimated to be about 4.3 million people in 2018. Both ... -
Covid 19 Induced Supply Chain Disruptions and Business Resilience of Food and Beverage Manufacturing Firms in Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The Covid-19 pandemic caused huge disruptions in global and domestic businesses as countries and borders were closed to contain the spread of the virus. This means companies’ supply chain resilience was tested. Hence, this ... -
Clinico-labaratory Characteristics and Short-term Outcomes of Hospitalised Covid-19 Patients With Diabetes Mellitus at KNH
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Association Between Five-minute Apgar Scores and Adverse Short-term Outcomes in Neonates in the Clinical Information Network Hospitals in Kenya, 2018-2022 - a Retrospective Cohort Study
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background-The Apgar score is a good indicator of the quality of obstetric and newborn care. More than two-thirds of neonates with a low Apgar score die in the early neonatal period (0-7 days). There is therefore a need ... -
Firm Characteristics, External Environment and Organisational Performance of Technology Startups in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The purpose of the study was to determine factors influencing the organizational performance of technology startups in Kenya. The overall objective of the study was to determine the effect of firm characteristics and ... -
Species Spectrum and Susceptibility Profiles of Yeasts Isolated From Critical Care Unit Patients in a University Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background With the worldwide increase in yeast infections, especially in high-risk patients, comes an increase in varying patterns of antifungal drug resistance among yeast, specifically Candida species, which becomes ... -
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices on Zoonotic Diseases and Control Among Actors in Livestock Trade in Busia County, Western Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Zoonotic diseases pose a direct health threat to the communities in which they occur, and they concurrently undermine livestock keepers' livelihoods. A combination of anthropogenic, animal, and ecosystem activities drives ... -
Status of Bacterial Wilt of Tomato in Kajiado and Kirinyaga Counties and Its Management by Host Resistance and Biocontrol Agent
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Bacterial wilt, caused by Ralstonia solanacearum, is responsible for yield losses of up to 64 to 100% in tomato grown under open field and greenhouse conditions, respectively. Additionally, the disease has resulted in a ... -
Prevalence and Factors Associated With Maternal Near-misses at Kenyatta National Hospital - a 3 Year Retrospective Analysis
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: The third sustainable development goal aims to reduce the global maternal mortality ratio to less than 70 per 100,000 live births by 2030. Traditionally, maternal mortality audits have been the usual channel ... -
Risk Factors of Obesity Among Women of Reproductive Age in Vihiga County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)As the prevalence of obesity is increasing globally, the burden of malnutrition is shifting in the developing countries. In low and middle income countries, women are the most widely affected population by the obesity ... -
Assessment of Radiological Patient Exposure for Computed Tomography Scanning Examinations - a Case Study at the Nairobi Hospital, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The Nairobi Hospital is recognised in the region as an advanced diagnostic, treatment, and referral centre in medical expertise and services. The hospital has a Brilliance 64-slice CT scanner with an estimated diagnostic ... -
Clinical Outcomes of Treatment Strategies Used in the Management of Covid-19 Patients in Kenya: Potentially Effective Therapy Options
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: The recent outbreak of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) identified as coronavirus-19 shown to be of great health concern globally and declared a pandemic by the World Health ... -
Utilization of Complementary and Alternative Medicine by Patients With Rheumatological Diseases in Kenyatta National Hospital
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Preparedness of Radiology Departments in Kenyatta National Hospital and University of Nairobi Department of Diagnostic Imaging and Radiation Medicine to Adequately Manage Cardiopulmonary Arrest Events
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Study Background: Cardiopulmonary arrest refers to the sudden loss of heart function and is a common occurrence in the hospital and associated with a high mortality rate. The radiology department is one of the areas in the ... -
Assesment of Multiparametric Magnetic Resonance Image Quality for Prostate Cancer Detection Using Pi-qual Scoring System at Kenyatta National Hospital & the Nairobi Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Prostate Cancer is the most prevalent non-cutaneous neoplasm of males in Kenya with an age standardized rate of 40.6/100000. Multi parametric magnetic resonance imaging of the prostate (T2, DWI, DCE) is currently ...