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Acceptability and feasibility of inter-related activities to improve agency among African district health managers: A four-country study
(Taylor and Francis online, 2021)District health managers (DHMs) lead and manage Ministry of Health programmes and system performance. We report on the acceptability and feasibility of inter-related activities to increase the agency of DHMs in Kenya, ... -
Acceptability and feasibility of inter-related activities to improve agency among African district health managers: A four-country study
(Taylor and Francis online, 2021)District health managers (DHMs) lead and manage Ministry of Health programmes and system performance. We report on the acceptability and feasibility of inter-related activities to increase the agency of DHMs in Kenya, ... -
The accuracy of urine dipsticks as a screening test for proteinuria in hypertensive disorders of pregnancy
(Taylor & Francis, 2005-01-01)Proteinuria is used as a criterion in the classification system for hypertensive disorders of pregnancy including preeclampsia. The aim of the study was to evaluate the accuracy of dipstick urinalysis in a single voided ... -
Adolescent schoolgirls' experiences of menstrual cups and pads in rural western Kenya: a qualitative study
(Practical Action Publishing, 2015-01-01)Poor menstrual hygiene management (MHM) among schoolgirls in low-income countries affects girls' dignity, self-esteem, and schooling. Hygienic, effective, and sustainable menstrual products are required. A randomized ... -
Adult Wilms Tumour in pregnancy
(East African medical journal, 2020)Wilms’ tumor (nephroblastoma) is the most common primary renal malignancy in children, with a peak presentation in the ages 3-4 years. Wilms’ tumor is extremely rare in adults with around 300 cases described in literature. ... -
Adult Wilms Tumour in pregnancy
(AJOL, 2020)Wilms’ tumor (nephroblastoma) is the most common primary renal malignancy in children, with a peak presentation in the ages 3-4 years. Wilms’ tumor is extremely rare in adults with around 300 cases described in literature. ... -
Adverse effects of Lugol’s iodine: Heart failure in a patient with subcutaneous phycomycosis from a resource-limited setting
(Elsevier, 2022-09-09)Subcutaneous phycomycosis becomes a chronic, debilitating condition if left untreated. Treatment includes oral antifungal therapy, though oral potassium iodide has been used in resource-limited settings. Lugol's iodine has ... -
Age estimation using orthopantomograms and Demirjian method among children attending dental clinics in western Kenya
(AJOL, 2023-10-09)Various methods have been used to estimate age in different populations among them being Demirjian which has widely been utilized. However, in Kenya, there is hardly any approved method that can be used to achieve this ... -
Alcohol use among khat (Catha) chewers in Kenya
(Blackwell Publishing Ltd, 1987-01)Among one hundred randomly selected outpatients at the Meru District Hospital in Kenya, 29 (28 men and 1 woman) were Khat chewers. Six of these were ‘heavy’ and 23 ‘moderate’ users. Twenty out of 29 Khat chewers also used ... -
Alcohol use among khat (Catha) chewers in Kenya
(Blackwell Publishing Ltd, 1987-01)Among one hundred randomly selected outpatients at the Meru District Hospital in Kenya, 29 (28 men and 1 woman) were Khat chewers. Six of these were ‘heavy’ and 23 ‘moderate’ users. Twenty out of 29 Khat chewers also used ... -
The ameliorative effects of graded intensities of exercise training on anthropometrical parameters on high fat diet and sucrose-induced obesity in Wistar rats
(JAGST, 2023)Obesity is a condition characterised by the expansion of visceral adipose tissue (VAT) depots, leading to its abnormal function, which is associated with the development of insulin insensitivity, cardiovascular disorders, ... -
The ameliorative effects of graded intensities of exercise training on anthropometrical parameters on high fat diet and sucrose-induced obesity in Wistar rats
(AJOL, 2023)Obesity is a condition characterised by the expansion of visceral adipose tissue (VAT) depots, leading to its abnormal function, which is associated with the development of insulin insensitivity, cardiovascular disorders, ... -
AMER SOC TROP MED & HYGIENE
(2018)Background: Diagnosis of various causes of vaginal discharge is done by detailed history taking, physical examination and laboratory investigations. Use Nugent’s score as laboratory tests remains the gold standard however, ... -
Anaemia in elderly patients at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 1988)The main objective of this work was to study anaemia in elderly patients and hence contribute some baseline data for future possible work in this area. This prospective study covered 63 elderly patients of all types of ... -
Analysis of Factors Affecting Performance of Distribution Logistics Among Manufacturing Firms in Kenya: A Case Study of Kibos Sugar Company Limited and Allied Industries
(Jomo Kernyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, 2019)This study analyzed factors affecting performance of distribution logistics among production firms in Kenya: a case of Kibos Sugar Company limited and allied industries. The study applied descriptive approach through ... -
An analysis of pregnancy-related mortality in the KEMRI/CDC health and demographic surveillance system in western Kenya
(Public Library of Science, 2013-07-16)Background Pregnancy-related (PR) deaths are often a result of direct obstetric complications occurring at childbirth. Methods and Findings To estimate the burden of and characterize risk factors for PR mortality, we ... -
An analysis of pregnancy-related mortality in the KEMRI/CDC health and demographic surveillance system in western Kenya
(Public Library of Science, 2013)Background: Pregnancy-related (PR) deaths are often a result of direct obstetric complications occurring at childbirth. Methods and Findings: To estimate the burden of and characterize risk factors for PR mortality, we ... -
Anatomical Concepts of Distraction Osteogenesis: An Orthopaedic Case in Western Kenya
(FORTUNE, 2021)Various pathologies that lead to bone gaps of are difficult to manage and each presentation may require an individualized protocol of management. In the present case, the compound wedge fracture was initially ... -
Anatomical Concepts of Distraction Osteogenesis: An Orthopaedic Case in Western Kenya
(Fortune journal, 2021)Various pathologies that lead to bone gaps of are difficult to manage and each presentation may require an individualized protocol of management. In the present case, the compound wedge fracture was initially sub-optimally ... -
Anatomical variations in morphology of right and left brachial plexus among black African population; a cadaveric study in western Kenya
(AJOL, 2023-08-17)Brachial plexus (Bp) is a network of bundles of nerves of spinal cord around neck and axilla in the body formed by union of anterior primary rami of C5 to C8, and T1. Technical expertise required for clinical and surgical ...