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Living Kidney Donor Dropout At The Kenyatta National Hospital Transplant Program.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)BACKGROUND. Kidney transplantation involves transplanting a healthy kidney to a patient with ESRD. Donors can either be living or deceased. Living donation offers the advantage of optimal preparation of both the recipient ... -
A logistic regression model to identify determinants of contraceptive utilization among youths in Kayole and Mukuru.
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Despite the number of sexually active among youths being high, very few youths engage in safe sex. They had rather involve themselves in risky be havior. The overall image of literature is not encouraging, youths do ... -
Logistic regression to determine the relationship between HIV testing, HIV knowledge and attitude among adults in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)HIV testing is a critical gateway to treatment care and support services. Knowledge of HIV status can empower individuals and couples to take measures to prevent HIV acquisition or onward transmission. For those already ... -
A logistic regression to identify key determinants of Hiv/Aids knowledge, risk perception and condom use among young people aged 15-24 years in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)In 2014, Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) estimated that 36.9 million people are living with HIV in the world. In that same year, there were 106 000 new infections in Kenya where 38% of the new infections ... -
Logistics Management Strategy and the Performance of the Petroleum Industry in the East African Community
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The petroleum industry has a great opportunity of increasing its productivity owing to the increased global demand for oil. However, this increased demand for oil has made the management part of the supply chain and ... -
Longitudinal study of change in cd4+ cell counts on hiv-positive patients initiated on antiretroviral therapy at the comprehensive care centre in Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Background: The measurement of CD4+ T-cell (CD4) counts is a strong predictor of progression to AIDS and a means of monitoring antiviral therapy (ART). Understanding the wayCD4+ cell counts change over time would provide ... -
Low birth weight infants at Machakos provincial hospital, Kenya: incidence, aetiology and mortality
(University of NairobiSchool of Medicine, 1983)A Prospective study on Low Birth Weight babies was carried out at Machakos Provincial Hospital. During the four months period of study, a total of 1433 babies were delivered, out of whom 133 babies weighed 2500 grams ... -
Low Dose Combination of Morphine and Ketamine Versus Standard Dose Morphine Alone in Pain Control During Change of Dressing in Adult Burn Patients. A Parallel Group, Randomized Control Trial
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Background: Burn injuries occur when the skin is exposed to excessive heat with resultant extensive tissue damage. A cardinal element in the management of burn injuries is the performance of change of dressing that normally ... -
Lymphadenopathy in HIV infected adults at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2003)Objective: To determine the aetiology of lymphadenopathy in HIV/AIDS patients at Kenyatta National Hospital. ** Design: Cross sectional descriptive study with aonsecutive sampling. ** Setting: Medical out-patient clinics ... -
Macroscopic and microscopic study of Datura stramonium, Azadirachta indica AND Bidens pilosa.
(2012)Datura stramonium, Azadirachta indica and Bidens pilosa, are herbal drugs of global importance used for the treatment of different ailments. At global, regional, national and local levels, the end users of these drugs ... -
Magnetic resonance imaging and radio-graphic findings in chronic low back pain.A clinicoradiological correlational study
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Background: Chronic Low Back Pain (LBP) commonly referred to as Lumbago is one of the most common causes for consultations in outpatient clinics and specialized orthopaedic departments. Although the differential diagnosis ... -
The magnitude and factors associated with loss to follow up among children attending the Hiv clinic at Kangundo level four hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: Over the past decade, significant gains have been made in enrolment and care of HIV-infected children in Kenya. Their long-term survival depends on lifetime adherence to antiretroviral therapy. African studies ... -
The magnitude and nature of domestic violence Against women related to partner notification of HIV test outcome in suba district, Kenya
(2010)Domestic violence and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection are problems of significant public health concern in the country and the world over. Both problems have far reaching social, economic and public ... -
Magnitude and pattern of conjunctival squamous cell carcinoma in patients with human immunodeficiency virus infection seen at two major hospitals in Kenya
(University of NairobiSchool of Medicine, 2004)Objectives: Methodology: This study was conducted to estimate the prevalence and pattern of conjunctival squamous cell carcinoma in patients with human immunodeficiency virus infection . A hospital based cross sectional ... -
The magnitude and pattern of Diabetic Retinopathy as seen at three Hospitals in Kigali, Rwanda
(University of Nairobi.Faculty of Medicine, 2008)Objective: -(To determine the prevalence and pattern of diabetic retinopathy (DR) and its associations in Diabetic patients attending three main diabetes clinics in Kigali, Rwanda. Design: This was a hospital based cross ... -
The magnitude and pattern of diabetic retinopathy at Central Hospital of Yaounde, Cameroon
(University of Nairobi, 2011)Objective: To determine the magnitude, pattern and associations of diabetic retinopathy in diabetic patients attending diabetic clinic of Central Hospital of Yaounde, Cameroon (CHY). Design: Cross-sectional hospital based ... -
The magnitude and pattern of diabetic retinopathy in jimma university hospital, Jimma, Ethiopia
(2009)Aim: To determine the prevalence and pattern of diabetic retinopathy in Jimma University hospital, Jimma, Ethiopia. Design: A cross sectional hospital based study was carried out in Jimma University hospital. The study ... -
The magnitude and pattern of presbyopia among patients seen on outreach with Lions sightfirst eye hospital Loresho
(Universty of Nairobi, 2009)Objective: To determine the magnitude and pattern of presbyopia among patients aged 35 years and above as seen on outreach with Lions Sightfirst Eye Hospital. Method: Cross sectional outreach camp based study of presbyopia ... -
Magnitude and pattern of presbyopia among patients seen on outreach with Lions SightFirst Eye Hospital, Loresho- Nairobi
(East African Journal of OphthalmologyDepartment of Ophthalmology, College of Health Sciences, University of Nairobi, 2012-07)Objectives: To determine the magnitude and pattern of presbyopia in patients aged 35 years and above on outreach with Lions SightFirst Eye Hospital and its association with increasing age, literacy level and sex distribution; ... -
Magnitude and pattern of significant refractive errors among primary school children in Ntcheu and Lilongwe Districts in Malawi
(University of Nairobi.Faculty of Medicine, 2008)A cross sectional school based study was conducted on significant refractive errors in primary school children in Lilongwe and Ntcheu districts in Malawi. The objective of the study was to determine the prevalence and ...