Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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Quality of Sleep in Patients With Chronic Rhinosinusitis at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background: Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is a frequent rhinological disease. Among individuals suffering from it, a common complaint is poor sleep, which can lead to morbidity and mortality. Objective: To determine the ... -
Kurzwortbildung in Deutscher, Englischer Und Französischer Medizinischer Fachsprache: Eine Übersetzungsorientierte Untersuchung Nach Der Suche Von Äquivalenzbildungen.
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Medical abbreviations are the main focus of this intended study. From the assumption that translation is needed in case of medical care of patients from German speaking countries and from self-experience, I noted that this ... -
Bacterial Contamination of Surfaces and Equipment and Antimicrobial Susceptibility Pattern of Potentially Pathogenic Bacteria in Newborn Unit at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2022)BACKGROUND Nosocomial infections in newborn units pose a great challenge to health care systems. They have been linked to contaminated surfaces and equipment in neonatal wards. The sources and spread of the infections ... -
Effect of Intrapartum Normal Saline and Dextrose-saline Infusion on Course of Labour and Neonatal Outcomes Among Nulliparous Women in Kenyatta National Hospital
(2022)ABSTRACT Background: Labor is associated with an increased demand for energy due to increased skeletal and smooth muscle contractions. Adequate hydration and optimal glucose levels improves muscle performance during vaginal ... -
The Experiences of Female Survivors of Gender Based Violence in Recovery Centres in Nairobi City County.
(2022)The main aim of this descriptive study was to examine the experiences of female survivors of GBV in two recovery centres in Nairobi City County. The study intended to document these women’s journeys as they sought support ... -
Mapping Change Detection of Informal Settlements Using Remote Sensing and Gis: Case Study-kawangware, Nairobi (2000-2020)
(University of Nairobi, 2022)The first stage in planning and developing cities in underdeveloped countries is to detect informal settlements and their changes. High spatial resolution satellite imageries are popular in the carrying out the changes in ... -
Outcomes of Neonates Born to Adolescent Mothers: a Hospital-based Cross-sectional Study at Kapenguria County Referral Hospital, West Pokot County.
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background: Adolescent pregnancy is a high risk state that needs specialized care during the antenatal period for a quality outcome. Pregnancies among adolescents have been associated with unfavorable maternal and neonatal ... -
Design Strategies for Wall Mounted Thermal Chimneys in the Tropical Uplands Climate- a Case of Nairobi
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The Potential of Generative Design in Standardization of Interior Components for Production of Affordable Housing Units.
(University of Nairobi, 2022)The focus of this research is on the potential of the generative design in the standardization of interior components in the building of Affordable Housing programme (AHP) by the jua kali sectors in Kenya.Generative ... -
Suitability of Plastic Paving Blocks for Construction of Non-Motorised Transport Facilities
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Walking remains the oldest and most common mode of transport making up a portion if not most or all of our daily commute. However, there is inadequate infrastructure within our urban centres to cater for the pedestrian ... -
Vitamin D Levels in Children With Obstructive Adenotonsillar Disease at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background: Adenotonsillar disease is a common problem for which children undergo surgery. Vitamin D plays an essential role in immunity, deficiency of which has been linked to disease in these lymphoid organs Objective: ... -
Performance Analysis of a Novel SSK Sequence Modulation
(University of Nairobi, 2022)This thesis is concerned with developing a novel way of transmitting information using nonmodulated symbols in sequence. In this scheme, which is named Space Shift Keying-Sequence Modulation (SSK-SqM), multiple time-slots ... -
Erectile Dysfunction in Male Ebola Virus Disease Survivors in Western Sierra Leone a Health Facility Based Descriptive - Cross Sectional Study
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background: A normal sexual function requires intact neurological and vascular systems and their coordinated complex interactions. Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) is presumed to cause ED via both neurogenic and vasculogenic ... -
Assessment of the Bacteriological, the Physicochemical Chemical Qualities of Drinking Water in Hargeisa, Somaliland
(University of Nairobi, 2022)This study was conducted to evaluate the quality and safety of drinking water in Hargeisa city, Somaliland. Hargeisa water agency serves only 30% of the population, and the majority of Hargeisa's population gets their ... -
Estimates of Brucellosis Seroprevalence and Associated Risk Factors in Goats in Nugaal Region Puntland State of Somalia
(2021)Brucellosis is a disease of pastoral areas where it causes devastating negative effects on pastoralists livelihoods. Control efforts have been unable to bring the disease to manageable levels. The objectives of the current ... -
Prevalence of Depression and Associated Factors Among Patients With Epilepsy at Kenyatta National Hospital, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Introduction: Depressive disorders are common comorbidities occurring in approximately 34.5% of epileptic patients. Patients with depressive disorders are at high risk of self-harm and suicide. People with epilepsy are ... -
Profiles and Predictive Factors for Poor Outcomes in Patients Managed Surgically for Perforated Peptic Ulcer Disease at Kenyatta National Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background: Perforated peptic ulcer (PPU) is a complication of peptic ulcer disease (PUD) that bears a high rate of morbidity and mortality. Scanty data is available in our setup on PPU and the outcomes of surgical management ... -
A Comparative Analysis of the Risk in Islamic and Conventional Banks in Kenya
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Efficacy of Plasma Technology in Eliminating Fungi and Aflatoxins in Maize in Makueni and Baringo Counties, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Maize (Zea mays var. indentata L.) is the most important food security crop in Kenya and plays an important role in human nutrition. Over the years, there has been increased concern over the rising cases of aflatoxin ... -
An Analysis of Effect of Use of Tacit Knowledge Transfer Techniques on Organizational Performance of Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization Researchers
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Tacit knowledge (TK) transferred among employees drives organizations’ effectiveness. However, it is not clear how use of TK transfer techniques affects the performance of agricultural researchers, and how social and ...