Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS): Recent submissions
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The Bone Mineral Density and Vitamin D Status in Children With Moderate to Severe Cerebral Palsy in Kenyatta National Hospital and St Theresa Mission Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Background Cerebral palsy is a common disorder among children with disabilities globally. The local burden is estimated to be 1 in every 300 children. Children with Gross Motor Classification System (GMFCS) III-V are ... -
Prevalence, Associated Factors and Management of Hyperglycemia in Neonates Admitted With Sepsis at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background Neonatal sepsis is among the leading causes of neonatal mortality globally and locally. Hyperglycemia is one of the metabolic derangements that occur in neonatal sepsis and it is associated with increased morbidity ... -
Pattern of Genitourinary Tract Injuries in Patients With Multiple Trauma at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(UON, 2021)Background: Genitourinary Tract Injury Is Common In Multiple Injured Patients After Both Penetrating And Blunt Trauma. Current Published Data, Mostly From Developed Countries, Indicate Variations In Pattern Of Genitourinary ... -
Visual Inspection With Acetic Acid and Pap Smear Findings in Hiv Positive Women Attending Mbagathi District Hospital
(UON, 2021)Cervical cancer is one of the most frequent cancers among women in Kenya and the most frequent cause of cancer deaths in resource-poor countries. About 0.5 million new cases are diagnosed each year globally, and about 0.3 ... -
Prevalence and Factors Associated With Adequate Milk Supply as Measured by Breastmilk Sodium Among Mothers of Neonates in Kenyatta National Hospital Newborn Unit
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Background Suboptimal lactation is a common problem experienced by mothers and their babies due to various problems which may result in inadequate breastfeeding, poor weight gain, discouragement to breastfeed exclusively ... -
Prevalence and Factors Associated With Intimate Partner Violence in Pregnancy at the Kenyatta National Hospital: a Comparative Cross-sectional Study
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Introduction: Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) is defined as physical violence, sexual violence, stalking and psychological aggression by a current or former intimate partner. It can be divided into physical, sexual, and ... -
Maternal Risk Factors Associated With Spontaneous Preterm Births and Perinatal Outcomes at Kilifi County Referral Hospital. A Case Control Study
(UON, 2021)Bckground: Globally, over 15 million infants are born prematurely every year. The world Health Organisation (WHO) estimates the prevalence of preterm birth (PTB) as 5-18% across 184 acountries. About a third of neonatal ... -
Prevalence and Associated Factors of Pes Planus in Children and Young Adults With Down’s Syndrome at Kenyatta National Hospital
(UON, 2021)Introduction: Pes planus, also known as flat foot, comprises of a loss of the medial longitudinal arch, a hindfoot which is in valgus and a forefoot in abduction with weight bearing. Pes planus is a common foot disorder ... -
Problematic Internet Use, Depression, Anxiety and Stress Among University of Nairobi Students
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Internet use among university students has risen worldwide. Despite its many advantages, there are rising concerns about the risks and negative consequences accrued from continued internet use especially around one’s ... -
Substance Use and Heroin Abstinence Rates Among Patients Enrolled at Medically-assisted Therapy Clinic at Mathari National Teaching and Referral Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Introduction: Several evidence-based assessments have shown that the Methadone Maintenance Treatment (MMT) is beneficial, however, multiple substance use among the patients at the time of enrolment has affected the ... -
Management and Outcome of Venous Thromboembolic Disorders Among Cancer Patients at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Background: Cancer is a well-known hypercoagulable state. Compared to patients without cancer, the incidence of venous thromboembolic events is 4 to 7 times higher among cancer patients. There is paucity of data on the ... -
Efficacy of Electronic Mobile Phone Application Compared With Mother and Child Health Booklet in Improving Quality of Antenatal Care From First Visit Through Third Trimester at Kenyatta National Hospital, a Randomized Controlled Trial
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Antenatal care (ANC) directly reduces maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality through detection and treatment of complications during pregnancy as well as indirectly through identification of women at risk of ... -
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder: prevalence, symptomatology and coping practices amongst women attending Tertiary Educational Institutions in Machakos Subcounty, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Background Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), is a severe gender-specific mood disorder characterized by cognitive, affective and physical symptoms in the week before onset of menses, with compete symptom remission ... -
Missed Opportunities for Early Diagnosis of Hiv in Hiv Exposed Infants and Children 0-18 Months at Kiambu Level V Hospital
(UON, 2021)Introduction: Without treatment only half of perinatally infected children celebrate their second birthday. Early detection of HIV infection, and initiation of anti-retroviral therapy (ART) treatment by 7 weeks of life has ... -
Clinical Outcomes of Casting Phase of Ponseti Method for Correction of Idiopathic Talipes Equinovarus at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Background: Congenital talipes equinovarus (CTEV) also known as clubfoot, is a common musculoskeletal deformity at birth, affecting about 1-2 babies per 1000 live births, most of whom are born in low and middle-income ... -
Effects of Coronavirus Disease 2019 Pandemic on the Quality of Life of Patients on Hemodialysis at the Renal Unit of Kenyatta National Hospital and Their Coping Strategies
(UON, 2021)Background: End-stage Kidney Disease Is the Final Stage of Chronic Kidney Disease Marked by the Total and Permanent Loss of Kidney Function, With Hemodialysis Being the Most Widely Used Treatment. Hemodialysis Patients ... -
Prevalence of Induction Failure in Children With Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Kenyatta National Hospital
(UON, 2021)Background: Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL) is the most prevalent malignancy of childhood worldwide accounting for 25-30 per cent of all cancers occurring in this age group. Induction is the first phase of treatment ... -
Effect on Shunt Survival of the Biochemical and Cellular Properties of Cerebrospinal Fluid Among Patients Following Ventriculoperitoneal Shunting
(UON, 2021)Study background: The burden of hydrocephalus in our region is huge. It is estimated that 6000 new cases are diagnosed in Kenya, most of which undergo ventriculoperitoneal shunting. These shunts frequently malfunction, ... -
Hiv/aids Patient Experience and Factors Associated With Satisfaction in Differentiated Service Delivery in Kiambu County
(UON, 2021)Background Differentiated service delivery, a model that was fashioned to address the specific requirements of the continuum of HIV prevention, care and treatment for a sub-type of clients, was rolled out in Kenya in 2016 ... -
Kangaroo Mother Care Practice During the Covid-19 Pandemic Among Postnatal Mothers of Preterms in Kenyatta National Hospital’s Newborn Unit
(UON, 2021)Background: Kangaroo mother care (KMC) is a sound intervention for the care of premature infants. However, evidence indicates that country-level adoption and implementation of KMC, across the globe, remained sub-optimal. ...