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Risk Factors for Re-laparotomy After Cesarean Section and Associated Maternal Mortality and Near-miss Events at KNH an Exploratory Case-control Study
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background Cesarean section (CS) delivery is on the rise worldwide and now accounts for more than one in five deliveries, this trend is expected to rise and by 2030 nearly 29% of total deliveries are likely to be through ... -
Effects of Leaf Harvesting Intensity and Frequency on Growth, Nodulation and Yield of Three Cowpea (Vigna Unguiculata L.) Varieties in Bor and Awerial County, South Sudan
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata L. Walp) is an important crop in South Sudan, however, its low production has been attributed to poor agronomic and leaf harvesting practices which cause a reduction in grain yield and quality ... -
Modeling Daily Wind Speed and Direction Using Harmonic Analysis for the Design of Seawater Greenhouse Prototype, in Kadzuhoni Kilifi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The seawater greenhouse technology utilizes the radiation from the sun, seawater, humidity, wind speed and direction, and temperature to produce freshwater and cooled air in addition to providing the water for hydroponic ... -
Indications, Clinical Characteristics, Management and Outcome of Patients Admitted to a Newly Dedicated Obstetrics Intensive Care Unit at the Kenyatta National Hospital: Descreptive Retrospective Cohort Study
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Admission to critical care units has been shown to be a maker of severe morbidity. Critically ill obstetric patients are often admitted to non-dedicated intensive care units rather than to dedicated obstetric ... -
An Assessment of Effect of Agricultural Knowledge Management on Fall Army Worm (Faw) Control Technologies Among Smallholder Maize Farmers in Kilungu, Makueni County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Maize has a significant influence towards achieving food security in Kenya, given that it is the staple food in most rural communities. However, its production has drastically reduced, which is partly attributed to fall ... -
Level of Knowledge of Neonatal Danger Signs and Factors That Influence Knowledge Among Mothers at Juba Teaching Hospital and Al Sabbah Children’s Hospital in Juba, South Sudan – a Hospital-based Descriptive Cross Sectional Study
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: The Neonatal Mortality Rate (NMR) in South Sudan is high at 38.6 deaths per 1000 live births. Early detection and timely care seeking for sick neonates are critical steps in improving neonatal survival. Poor ... -
Development and Quality Evaluation of a Functional Food From Cultured Milk Supplemented With Baobab (Adansonia Digitata L.) Fruit Pulp
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The baobab tree exists in areas characterized by high poverty levels, increased food insecurity and low resilience to climatic changes. In such areas, the tree is vital in complementing staple diets of the rural poor by ... -
Assessment of Temporal and Spatial Variability of Groundwater in the Mbagathi River Catchment
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Groundwater is increasingly an important source of water. Assessment of its variability helps in guiding decisions on exploitation. Groundwater varies over space and time. Groundwater contains multiple range of chemical ... -
Farmer Management Practices of Stink Bug (Bathycoelia Distincta) and Its Occurrence in Selected Macadamia Growing Areas in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Macadamia F. Muell. (Proteaceae) a nut bearing medium sized tree is steadily gaining global popularity because of its high nutritional value nut being used as a supreme dessert. Hence there is expansion in acreage to provide ... -
Efficacy of Pheromone-based Mass Trapping in Management of Fall Armyworm Spodoptera Frugiperda (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) in Maize Farms
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Fall armyworm, Spodoptera frugiperda (J. E. Smith) (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) has rapidly spread in Kenya and has emerged as a major pest of maize (Zea mays L). To manage fall armyworm (FAW) infestations in maize, many small ... -
Monitoring Evolution of Coastline Along Mto Tamamba Delta in Kenya North Coast Using Satellite Images
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Coastal zones are the epicenter of economic activities in most developing countries in the world hence are bound to change. With advancement in technology monitoring such degradation has become critical subject for ... -
Prevalence and Pattern of Cerebral Visual Impairment Amongst Children Attending Kenyatta National Hospital Eye Clinic
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: In the absence of injury to the anterior afferent visual pathways or the ocular structures, cerebral visual impairment (CVI) is characterized by vision loss caused by damage to the retro-geniculate pathway ... -
Anesthesia for Cesarean Section and Associated Outcomes in the Bitch in Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)esarean section (CS) refers to the surgical delivery of neonates by hysterotomy, and it is often performed to relieve dystocia. Dystocia is a complication associated with any impediment to initiate or complete labour, as ... -
A Radiological- Pathological Correlation of Hyperostosis Among Patients With Intracranial Meningiomas at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Meningiomas account for 34.4% of all central nervous system (CNS) neoplasms in Kenya. Hyperostosis has been described in 25% to 44% of meningiomas. The risk of tumor recurrence is largely dependent on the extent ... -
Effects of Mixing Methods on the Rheology and Hardened Properties of Concrete With Low Water-binder Ratio
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HIV-1 Genetic Diversity in Nairobi Female Sex Workers
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Sub-Saharan Africa bears 67% of the global HIV-1 infection burden, with more than half of the infections occurring in women above 15 years. The risk of contracting HIV is 30 times higher for female sex workers compared to ... -
Mapping Land Cover Changes and Identification of Drivers of Degradation to Inform Rehabilitation Strategies in Wenje, Tana River County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Land degradation is a global issue that needs to be addressed with greater concern. Land rehabilitation is an expensive exercise but very important for reducing ecosystem degradation and increasing the productivity of the ... -
Knowledge and Practices Associated With Complementary Feeding Among Young Children Attending Gambool Health Centre, Garowe District, Puntland State, Somalia
(University of Nairobi, 2022)According to scientific research on newborn and young child feeding habits from underdeveloped nations, advancement is attainable with the use of efficient tactics and adequate resources. The health of children is still ... -
Characterization of Camel Production Under Pastoral Management in Benadir Region, Somalia
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Livestock production has for many decades been the backbone of the Somali economy. It is the most important food and income source for both the large rural population and is the country's largest export product. Camels ... -
Prevalence and Aetiology of Various Levels of Traumatic Limb Amputations Following Traumatic Injuries at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Traumatic limb amputation significantly contributes to morbidity among trauma patients. Due to urbanization, the incidence of traumatic limb amputations is increasing rapidly. Whereas amputations are only ...