Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS): Recent submissions
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Prevalence of Sexual Dysfunction in Chronic Kidney Disease Patients Attending Renal Clinic at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Sexual dysfunction (SD) is frequent but still underdiagnosed in chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients in Kenya. Moreover, the inconsistent usage of validated assessment (diagnostic) tools makes it problematic ... -
Predictors of Adherence to Treatment Regimen Among Hemodialysis Patients at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Adherence in hemodialysis has been a significant factor that helps in modifying the quality of life among patients undergoing hemodialysis. Adherence to hemodialysis treatment regimen encompasses four-components, ... -
Quality of patient-centered cancer care in the gynecological wards at Kenyatta National Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Patient-centered cancer care (PCCC) is a health care practice that treats cancer patients with high regard by listening and educating them, and considering the patient and their significant others in all ... -
Neurocognitive deficits in children aged between 7-12years: a comparative study between institutionalized and family raised children.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)It is estimated that over 200 million children fail to meet their developmental potential because of poverty, poor health and non-stimulating environments. Many abandoned and orphaned children spend their early life in ... -
Comparing Patient Related Factors Associated With Choice Of Cancer Treatment Centre, Locally In Kenya Or Abroad: A Case Control Study
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background Medical tourism is an emerging and growing industry globally. In Kenya, medical tourism is characterized by patients seeking treatment abroad for non-communicable diseases, such as cancer. Further, it is ... -
Depression and Its Association With Disease Activity and Quality of Life in Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background Rheumatoid arthritis severity can range from self-limiting disease to severe destruction and systemic complications. RA affects patients physically, psychologically and socially. Patients experience pain, joint ... -
Prevalence of Dolutegravir Associated Hyperglycemia and Its Covariates Among Persons Living With Hiv on Treatment at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background The introduction of dolutegravir based antiretroviral therapy has provided a potent treatment option for persons living with the human immunodeficiency virus. However, there is growing evidence from clinical ... -
Dynamics Of Resistance Plasmids Of Salmonella Enterica Serovar Typhi In Kibera, An Urban Slum Where High Burden Of Typhoid Fever Has Been Described
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background Multidrug resistance (MDR) in Salmonella enterica serovar Typhi is mainly plasmid-mediated, yet, little is known of the plasmid dynamics in typhoid endemic settings. Methods We used whole genome sequence data ... -
An Assessment Of The Effectiveness Of Adoption Of Alternative Livelihood Strategies On Socio-Economic Wellbeing Of Pastoral Communities In Kajiado County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Pastoralism is a key livelihood source for most people globally and makes an important contribution to Kenya’s GDP. Due to population increase, climatic and weather variations, living conditions have been worsening for the ... -
Magnitude of Post- Urethroplasty Urinary tract infections in Children with hypospadias at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Children who have undergone urethroplasty (reconstructive surgery) procedure for hypospadias are at a higher risk of getting urinary tract infections (UTI). This may be due to urethral scarring following ... -
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 ... -
Determination of bacterial isolate profiles, their antimicrobial susceptibility patterns and trends of antibiotic use in patients with open fractures.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Open fractures are a high burden both locally and globally. Their commonest complication is wound infection, which often escalates to sepsis, osteomyelitis, amputation and even death. The morbidity and mortality ... -
Health-related quality of life and drug therapy problems in patients with sickle cell disease on hydroxyurea at Kenyatta National Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Sickle cell disease is an inherited genetic disorder caused by presence of a mutated form of hemoglobin. It is estimated that 312,000 babies are born with sickle cell disease every year, with 90% of these ... -
Development and application of a photometric method in quality evaluation of benzimidazole anthelminthics in Nairobi city county.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Introduction: Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) are a group of communicable diseases which are prevalent in the tropics affecting more than one billion people. Helminthiases are classified among NTDs. Treatment and ... -
Characterization of the steady state concentrations and pharmacogenetics of ritonavir boosted atazanavir in Kenyan HIV positive patients.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background Atazanavir is a protease inhibitor currently recommended for use as a second line agent in Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infected patients who have failed therapy on a first line regimen. The pharmacokinetics ... -
Assessment of Guideline Concordant Antibiotic Prescribing for Patients With Community Acquired Pneumonia at the Kenyatta National Hospital Medical Wards.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Pneumonia is a major cause of morbidity and mortality globally. Despite the proven benefits of guideline concordant antibiotic prescribing, research has shown that adherence to clinical guideline recommendations ... -
Parenting experiences of mothers living with chronic mental disorders at Mathari hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Globally, it is estimated that up to 50% of persons living with mental disorders in developed states and 85% in third world nations are parents with one or more dependent children. Approximately 15.6% of ... -
Perceived determinants of poor outcome of neonatal sepsis at pediatric unit of Kenyatta National Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Introduction: Neonatal sepsis is the most common reason for neonatal admissions in developing countries. It is also a major cause of neonatal mortality in both developed and developing countries. Although neonatal sepsis ... -
Outcomes of the healthy heart Africa program on management of hypertensive patients in Nairobi county, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Hypertension is an independent risk factor for developing cardiovascular and renal diseases worldwide. Hypertensive patients in Sub-Saharan Africa have low hypertension awareness, treatment levels and control. ... -
Incidence and patterns of adverse drug reactions in HIV positive patients on isoniazid tuberculosis preventive therapy at Kenyatta National Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)BACKGROUND: Isoniazid tuberculosis preventive therapy (IPT) is use of isoniazid at a dose of 5mg/kg/day (max 300mg) in adults for a period of 6 to 9 months to prevent reactivation of active tuberculosis (TB). Isoniazid ...