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Burden and Clinical-pathological Characteristics of Bilateral Breast Cancer at the Kenyatta National Hospital - a Five Year Review
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Study background: Bilateral breast cancer is an infrequent finding in our setup. As such, not many studies have been carried out on this. The information gathered from this study will be used to guide on management of ... -
Burden and determinants of post-partum anaemia in Mariakani Sub-county Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Introduction: Anaemia in the postpartum period is a common public health problem, but there is a paucity of studies regarding anaemia in the post-partum period. This problem has been relatively neglected, yet a new mother ... -
Burden of cancer associated with infectious agents at two referral hospitals, kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Background: Infectious agents accounts for nearly 18% of the global cancer burden, with higher percentages in developing countries. The commonest infectious agents associated with cancer morbidity worldwide include, ... -
The Burden of Care Among Caregivers of Family Members Who Suffered Spinal Cord Injury in the National Spinal Injury Referral Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The term "burden of caregiving" refers to the difficulties that a caregiver faces on a variety of fronts, including the physical, the social, the mental, and the financial, when providing care for a family member who has ... -
The Burden of Care Amongst Caregivers of Children With Chronic Kidney Disease on Dialysis at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background: In-children, chronic1kidney1disease (CKD) differs from that of adult people, with the most prevalent basis/roots of CKD in-children are congenital-malformations and genetic disorders. While adolescents and ... -
The Burden of Care in Caregivers of Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder(Asd) Attending Outpatient Clinics at Kenyatta National and Referral Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Introduction: Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is one of the demanding neurodevelopmental disorders that presents with deficits in social interactions, communication, and disruptive behaviors which necessitate consistent, ... -
The burden of chronic kidney disease in ambulant type 2 diabetes patients at Kenyatta national hospital diabetes outpatient clinics
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Background and Purpose-Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) affects between 20 to 40% of patients with type 2 diabetes. The burden of chronic kidney disease in our ambulatory patients with type 2 diabetes here in Kenyatta National ... -
The burden of depression among ambulatory knee and hip osteoarthritis patients at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative joint disorder arising from biochemical breakdown of articular cartilage and surrounding joint structures. It is the most prevalent type of arthritis and a leading cause ... -
The Burden of Depression Among Patients With End Stage Renal Disease Undergoing Hemodialysis at Kenyatta National Hospital, Nairobi Hospital, and Parklands Kidney Center
(University of Nairobi, 2020)BACKGROUND Depression is the commonest psychological disorder in end stage renal disease (ESRD). The presence of depression has been linked with high rates of morbidity and mortality, as well as having an impact on the ... -
The Burden of Fibromyalgia in End-stage Kidney Disease Patients Undergoing Maintenance Haemodialysis – a Multicentre Study
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Background: Fibromyalgia (FM) is a disease seen in rheumatology and is getting increasingly acknowledged. It presents with chronic widespread pain and specific tender points on clinical examination. The cause is unknown ... -
Burden of Neuropsychiatric Adverse Effects and Changes in Weight Among Hiv Infected Patients Switched From an Efavirenz Based to a Dolutegravir Based First Line Regimen at the Kenyatta National Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Current WHO guidelines recommend the use of integrase strand transfer inhibitors (INSTIs) as the first line alternative to efavirenz (EFV). Compared to EFV, INSTIs are associated with fewer adverse effects, ... -
The burden of respiratory symptoms and prevalence of spirometric abnormalities among HIV infected patients at the Kenyatta national hospital comprehensive care centre.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)In recent years, attention has been drawn to the increasing prevalence of several non- infectious pulmonary complications linked to HIV infection. The prevalence and type of spirometric abnormalities, factors that alter ... -
Burden of Restless Leg Syndrome in Patients With End Stage Renal Disease Undergoing Maintenance Hemodialysis
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is an underestimated neurological condition in hemodialysis patients. Restless leg syndrome has a negative effect on the quality of sleep and life in these patients. In Kenya, chronic ... -
Burden of Rhesus Iso Immunization and Pregnancy Outcomes at the Kenyatta National Hospital, 2013 2019
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Introduction: The ABO and the Rh systems remain the most clinically significant blood group antigens on the red cell membranes. The pathology of rhesus isoimmunisation entails an antigen antibody reaction between the ... -
Burden on Caregivers of Children Diagnosed With Cancer and Its Associated Effects at Kenyatta National Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background: Childhood cancers affect caregivers in various ways; physically, socially, psychologically and economically which lead to caregiver burden. Caregiver burden is still a challenge in the developing countries where ... -
Burden, Management and Outcomes Of patients With Histologically Confirmed Vulvarcancer at the Kenyatta National Hospital (Retrospective Studyof the Period January 2014 –december 2018)
(Uon, 2021)Background: Each year, around 27,000 women are diagnosed with vulvar cancer (VC) globally,accountingfor approximately2-6% of malignancies of the female genital tract. While the causes of VC are unknown, a link with Human ... -
Burden, Management and Outcomes Ofpatients With Histologically Confirmed Vulvarcancer at the Kenyatta National Hospital (Retrospective Studyof the Period January 2014 –december 2018)
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Background: Each year, around 27,000 women are diagnosed with vulvar cancer (VC) globally,accountingfor approximately2-6% of malignancies of the female genital tract. While the causes of VC are unknown, a link with Human ... -
Burn Wound Infection At The Kenyatta National Hospital: A Descriptive Retrospective Study
(University of NairobiSchool of Medicine, 1986)This is a retrospective study involving a survey of hospital records to determine the rate of burn wound infection at; the Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH). Risk factors predisposing to the infection, the causative ... -
Burns: the epidemiological pattern, risk and safety awareness, and prehospital care; a cross-sectional survey at Kenyatta National Hospital
(Department of Medicine, University of Nairobi, 1997)Aim. The aim of the study was to assess the epidemiological pattern, knowledge of risk of burns and possible preventive measures among patients admitted to Kenyatta National Hospital with bums, and the care received ...
