Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS): Recent submissions
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Laparoscopic excision versus ablation for endometriosis-associated pain - updated systematic review and meta-analysis.
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The aim of the study is to update the evidence on surgical management of endometriosis associated pain - does laparoscopic excision offers any benefits over laparoscopic ablation? This is a systematic review and meta-analysis, ... -
The role of telemedicine in auditory rehabilitation: a systematic review.
(2016)OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to assess the feasibility and effectiveness of live telemedicine applications in hearing amplification and cochlear implantation. DATA SOURCES AND STUDY SELECTION: A systematic ... -
Factors involved in access and utilization of adult hearing healthcare: a systematic review.
(University of Nairobi, 2017)OBJECTIVE/HYPOTHESIS: Hearing loss is a public health concern, yet hearing healthcare disparities exist and influence utilization of rehabilitation services. The objective of this review was to systematically analyze ... -
Giant solitary cerebral hydatid cyst in a child, complicated with post-operative subdural haematoma: case report and review of literature
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Hydatid disease is a parasitic infestation caused by taenia Echinococcus granulosus that rarely affects the brain. It usually involves all organ systems of the body but is more common in the liver, lungs. We present an ... -
Physiological basis of empathy and emotionality in nursing practice
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Empathy is a form of connection with a cognitive-emotive response that stems from the apprehension of another person’s emotional and physical state of distress. The physiological context of empathy as related to emotionality ... -
Factors impacting on the nutritional status of population aged 45 years and above in Nairobi: a cross sectional study
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Objective: To provide data on nutritional status and risk factors affecting the population aged 45 years and above for health policy development and program planning. Design: A cross sectional study Setting: Dagoretti ... -
Unilateral spontaneous tubal twin ectopic pregnancy: a rare occurrence
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Unilateral tubal twin pregnancy remains rare despite a rise in the incidence of singleton ectopic pregnancies. A 27-year-old Gravida 1 Para 0+0 at 12 weeks gestation, presented to our institution with a 1-month history ... -
Factors associated with severity of neonatal sepsis during admission in Kenyatta national hospital paediatric wards, Kenya: a descriptive cross-sectional study
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Background: Neonatal sepsis is a major cause of neonatal mortality. In the year of 2012, it accounted for 44% of all deaths of underfive years old children globally. Statistics indicate that 98% of the global, one million ... -
Explore best practices in family nursing in Kenya: empathy as a value in caring
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: Study explored purposely selected 50 nurses’ empathy at Kenyatta National Hospital, Kenya, caring for persons sick & well in 3months using empathy, self-awareness in reflective practice. WHO, 2013 emphasis on ... -
The role of natural products in drug discovery and development against neglected tropical diseases
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Endemic in 149 tropical and subtropical countries, neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) affect more than 1 billion people annually, including 875 million children in developing economies. These diseases are also responsible ... -
New-born born with patent vitellointestinal duct with prolapsed (intussusceptions) of proximal and distal ileal loop: A case presentation
(University of Nairobi, 2017-05)Failure of obliteration of vitellointestinal duct (VID) can present with a wide variety of congenital intestinal malformations. Patient can present with the anomaly itself or due to complications secondary to the anomaly ... -
Synthesis and biological evaluation of 4 arylcoumarin analogues as tubulin-targeting antitumor agents
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The synthesis of twenty-six 4-arylcoumarin analogues of combretastatin A-4 (CA-4) led to the identification of two new compounds (25 and 26) with strong cytotoxic activity. Both compounds had a high cytotoxic effect on a ... -
Participatory approaches involving community and healthcare providers in family planning/contraceptive information and service provision: a scoping review
(University of Nairobi, 2016)As efforts to address unmet need for family planning and contraception (FP/C) accelerate, voluntary use, informed choice and quality must remain at the fore. Active involvement of affected populations has been recognized ... -
Education curriculum of circumcising males to reduce the spread of HIV/AIDS in a non-circumcising community: logical analysis of the practice among the Luo of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)In a non - circumcising community like the Luo of Kenya, to promote non - therapeutic mass circumcision of the males in order to stem the spread of HIV/Aids without using a multidisciplinary approved ... -
Socio-economic and demographic determinants of human papilloma virus (HPV) vaccine awareness among urban women aged 18-45 years in Embakasi, Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: Cancer of cervix is the third leading gynaecological malignancy in the world and the leading cause of deaths in sub-Saharan Africa. Cancer of cervix can completely be treated with early diagnosis. Approaches ... -
Better outcomes through learning, data, engagement, and research (bolder) – a system for improving evidence and clinical practice in low and middle income countries
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Despite the many thousands of research studies published every year, evidence for making clinical decisions is often lacking. The main problem is that the evidence available is generated in conditions very different from ... -
Knowledge and adherence to the national guidelines for malaria case management in pregnancy among healthcare providers and drug outlet dispensers in rural, western Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background Although prompt, effective treatment is a cornerstone of malaria control, information on provider adherence to malaria in pregnancy (MIP) treatment guidelines is limited. Incorrect or sub-optimal treatment ... -
Assessing The Prevalence And Severity Of Potential Drug-drug Interactions Among Mentally Ill Inpatients
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Mental health refers to a wider range of activities directly or indirectly related to the mental well-being. Mentally ill patients in Kenya are increasingly becoming prone to a high risk of polypharmacy, complex therapeutic ... -
Interprofessional fellowship training for emerging global health leaders in Africa to improve HIV prevention and care: the afya bora consortium
(University of Nairobi, 2016)HIV continues to challenge health systems, especially in low- and middle-income countries in Sub-Saharan Africa. A qualified workforce of transformational leaders is required to strengthen health systems and introduce ... -
Pattern of cerebral aneurysms in a Kenyan population as seen at an urban hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)BACKGROUND: Intracranial aneurysms constitute a significant part of the caseload for any neurosurgical service. Despite the occurrence of intracranial aneurysms and the availability of advanced diagnostic tools and ...