Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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Outcomes Following Valve Replacement in Patients With Rheumatic Mitral Valve Disease With Preoperative Pulmonary Hypertension at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background Pulmonary Hypertension (PH) complicates cardiac disease, and its presence corresponds to the severity of the disease process. PH may complicate almost any heart disorder including diseases of the mitral valve. ... -
The Association Between Preoperative Fasting Time, Blood Glucose Concentration and Blood Ketone Levels in Pediatric Patients Undergoing Surgical Procedures at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background/Introduction: Preoperative fasting guidelines have been updated to ensure the risk of paediatric patients developing hypoglycaemia, ketoacidosis, and derangement in acidbase balance during the preoperative ... -
Effects of Buffer Zone and Inorganic Fertilizer Application on Transmission of Banana Bunchy Top Virus (Babuvirus Nanofarads) in Banana Fields in Northern Malawi
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Banana bunchy top disease causes yield reductions in bananas across the world, Malawi included. Yield losses of over 60% have been observed in Malawi due to banana bunchy top disease. This calls for effective agronomic ... -
Bone Tumours - Level of Agreement Between Radiographic and Histological Diagnosis of Bone Tumours at Kenyatta National Hospital and PCEA Kikuyu Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Study Background: Bone tumours have a relatively low incidence but carry a disproportionately high mortality globally. Most benign lesions and malignant ones affect those in the second and third decades of life, the most ... -
Prevalence of Anxiety and Its Associated Factors Among Cardiac Patients on Follow-up in the Cardiology Clinic at Kenyatta National Hospital in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background Anxiety is a frequently encountered condition in individuals with heart-related illnesses. It is linked to heightened rates of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality, which consequently negatively impact ... -
Uptake of Dolutegravirbased Art in Children and Adolescents Living With Hiv at Kenyatta National Hospita
(University of Nairobi, 2023)ackground: The World Health Organization (WHO) in 2018 recommended the use of dolutegravir (DTG) containing antiretroviral regimens in all populations including children. DTG has been a major component of Antiretroviral ... -
Management, Outcomes and Survival of Patients With Obstructive Uropathy Due to Cervical Cancer Admitted at Kenyatta National Hospital (2014 – 2019)
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Uterine cervical cancer is associated with long-term infection of the Human Papilloma Virus in 99% of cases. It is the second most common cancer in women in Kenya after breast cancer. The advanced stage of ... -
The Commission on Administrative Justice - Evaluating the Challenges and Prospects in Improving Access to Justice in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The purpose and scope of this paper is to evaluate the place of the Commission on Administrative Justice within the view of improving access to justice in Kenya. The objective is to understand the role of the ombudsman, ... -
The Prevalence of Hearing Loss Among Patients With Hypothyroidism at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: The association between hypothyroidism and hearing loss has been well documented. The prevalence of hearing loss in acquired hypothyroidism is 25% and in congenital hypothyroidism it is 35-50%. However, there ... -
Contributions of the Municipal Board to Delivery of Services in Eldoret Municipality
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Local governance plays a pivotal role in shaping the socio-economic landscape of communities, and municipal Boards stand as key instruments in this regard. The role of a municipal Board in the delivery of services to the ... -
Prevalence, Causative Organisms and Risk Factors for Urinary Tract Infections in Spinal Cord- Injured Patients
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Spinal cord injuries (SCI) is a common occurrence in many hospitals in Kenya. Urinary tract infection is one of the major causes of morbidity and urosepsis in spinal cord- injured patients. The epidemiology of ... -
A Comparative Study on the Effects of Dry Electrolyte Balanced Heparin Versus Liquid Heparin on Arterial Blood Gas Parameters in Critically Ill Patients
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Arterial Blood gas (ABG) analysis is an important investigation and diagnostic tool done on patients admitted in Critical Care Units (CCUs). ABG analysis is used to monitor acid base balance and effectiveness ... -
Patterns of Healthcare-associated Infections in Patients at Kenyatta National Hospital Main Intensive Care Unit
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Healthcare-Associated Infections refer to those infections that occur 48 hours after admission to healthcare facilities. Such infections are related to the use of invasive devices and procedures. Intensive ... -
Effect of Different Macro-nutrient Combinations on Growth, Yield and Fibre Quality of Cotton (Gossypium Hirsutum L.) in Machakos County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L) requires large quantities of nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P) and potassium (K), and these nutrients are frequently limiting in cotton growing areas in Kenya. Nitrogen, P and K nutrition affects ... -
Prevalence and Factors Associated With Persisting Respiratory Symptoms and Signs Four Weeks After Discharge From Hospital Following Treatment for Severe Acute Pneumonia in Children Aged 2 – 59 Months
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Pneumonia is the single largest infectious cause of death in children worldwide. With advances in treatment, many children survive severe pneumonia with risk of residual disease. Our study sought to describe ... -
Prevalence of Psychiatric Comorbidity, Associated Socio-demographic Factors in Patients With Alcohol Use Disorder at Mathari National Teaching and Referral Hospital Centre for Substance Abuse Treatment
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Alcohol use disorder is a major contributor of the increasing morbidity and mortality rates across the world. It has been estimated, for example, that AUD contributes approximately 3.3 million deaths in the ... -
Patterns, Management and Outcomes of Patients With Aero-digestive Tract Foreign Bodies at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Study background: Aero-digestive foreign bodies (F.B.s) are increasingly being encountered in the surgical units in many hospitals. F.B. lodgement in the aero-digestive tract constitutes an important cause of significant ...