School of Medicine (Sch. of Med.)
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Anti mülleran hormone levels and associated factors among adult females in Kampala
(Makerere University, 2024-11)Anti Mülleran Hormone (AMH), a type of glycoprotein, is found in both men and women. It is produced exclusively in the gonads and is involved in the regulation of follicular growth and development. AMH has over the years ... -
Adapting and evaluating a mindfulness and acceptance-based intervention supporting mental health and adherence to anti-retroviral therapy among older adolescents in Kampala
(Makerere University, 2023-01-23)Background Adolescents living with HIV in sub-Saharan Africa have a higher mental health burden, lower care engagement, and poor medication adherence. To improve treatment outcomes, support interventions that are tailored ... -
Treatment success and associated factors among Tuberculosis patients identified and linked to care using Mobile Chest X-Ray In East and Central Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2024-10)Introduction: Active case-finding (ACF) is an important component in fighting TB and is being piloted in several districts using mobile TB clinics equipped with Xray units. However, there is still limited information on ... -
Short-term outcomes of non-operatively managed Diaphyseal Clavicle fractures in adults at Mulago National Referral Hospital.
(Makerere University, 2024-10-17)Introduction: Clavicular fractures constitute around 4% of all fractures globally, majority (80%) of these occurring in the diaphyseal region (Kihlström, Möller et al., 2017). At Mulago National Referral Hospital (MNRH), ... -
Spinal drainage output and associated factors of improvised versus standard surgical drains among postoperative patients at Mulago Hospital : a comparative study
(Makerere University, 2024)Introduction: Surgical drains play a vital role in preventing fluid accumulation in patients who undergo surgery. The scarcity and cost challenges of standard surgical drains lead healthcare workers to employ improvised ... -
Prevalence and patterns of metastatic tumors to the spine among adult patients at Mulago National Referral Hospital and Uganda Cancer Institute
(Makerere University, 2024)Introduction: Metastatic tumors to the spine pose significant clinical challenges and represent a common complication in advanced cancer patients. At least 30% to 70% of cancer patients may experience metastasis to the ... -
Sedation practices and 28 day clinical outcomes among mechanically ventilated adult patients in Uganda's ICUs : a prospective longitudinal multicentre study
(Makerere University, 2024)Introduction: Sedation is a common intervention among mechanically ventilated patients in the Intensive care units (ICUs) to facilitate anxiolysis, improve ventilator synchrony, and prevent agitation. Its use has been ... -
Prevalence and factors associated with smell disorders among patients with Type 2 Diabetes mellitus at Mulago National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2024)Background: Diabetes mellitus continues to present a pressing global challenge, affecting an estimated 537 million adults worldwide, a figure expected to increase to 643 million by 2030. Smell disorders like anosmia and ... -
Prevalence and factors associated with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder among female students attending Mulago School of Nursing and Midwifery.
(Makerere University, 2024)Background: Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) is a severe mood disorder impacting a substantial number of women in their reproductive age. Despite a global prevalence of 3-8%, PMDD remains poorly understood, particularly ... -
Diagnostic reference levels for adult computed tomography examinations in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023)Background: Computed tomography (CT) is a critical tool in medicine. Although CT is associated with higher radiation doses compared with planar radiographic imaging, it is often the most appropriate modality and first line ... -
A comparative study of structured and free text CT reporting for patients with traumatic brain injury at Mulago Hospital
(Makerere university, 2024)Background: Radiology reports are essential for communicating imaging findings to the referring clinicians and facilitating clinical decision-making. However, the traditional free-text format of radiology reports (FTR) can ... -
Incidence and immediate outcomes of in-hospital cardiac arrest in Healthcare institutions on the Mulago hill
(Makerere University, 2024-10-28)Background: In-hospital cardiac arrest (IHCA) is an acute event that can occur to any hospitalized patient. It is associated with high morbidity and mortality and constitutes a significant healthcare burden worldwide. ... -
Stress, Associated factors and coping strategies among undergraduate medical students at Makerere university medical school: A cross sectional study
(Makerere University, 2021)Overview: Stress refers to how the body reacts and adjusts to any changes in the physical, mental and physiological environment (Melaku et al., 2015). The medical course has been proven to be one of the most stressful by ... -
HIV-1 drug resistance among adults on integrase inhibitors with virologic failure at Medical Research Council, Uganda: Prevalence, associated factors and diagnostic accuracy of next generation sequencing
(Makerere University, 2024)Emerging evidence suggests a high rate of drug resistance (DR) associated with integrase strand transfer inhibitors (INSTIs) in developed countries, though there is limited information on DR during INSTI treatment in Uganda. ... -
Effect of milk protein and whey permeate in large quantity lipid-based nutrient supplement on growth and early child development among children with stunting in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023)Background: Stunting affects 22% of children under 5 years globally, putting them at risk of adverse outcomes including delayed development. Nearly half of the children in low- and middle-income country settings (LMICs) ... -
Prevalence and factors associated with hemorrhoids among adult patients attending colorectal clinic at Mulago National Referral Hospital: A cross-sectional study
(Makerere University, 2014)BACKGROUND: Hemorrhoidal disease is one of the most common benign anorectal conditions. The estimated prevalence of hemorrhoids has been reported in western literature to range from 4.4% to as high as 88% depending on the ... -
Birth preparedness and complications' readiness among mothers attending the antenatal care clinic at Katakwi General Hospital, Eastern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)Introduction: Birth preparedness and complications readiness is an essential component of the antenatal care that is intended to reduce delays by the pregnant mothers to access skilled care for birth and related complications. ... -
Impact of blended learning on the academic performance of pharmacology students of Victoria University, Kampala: Quasi experimental study
(Makerere University, 2024)Introduction: - As technology advances, innovative teaching-learning practices are advancing in higher education globally. The 21st century skills require stakeholders of higher education to be acquainted with the emerging ... -
Functional and radiological outcomes of closed ankle fractures managed non-operatively among adults at Mulago National Referral Hospital six months post-injury
(Makerere University, 2024)Introduction Non-operative management is a common approach for treating closed ankle fractures at Mulago National Referral Hospital (MNRH) due to its potential benefits, including shorter hospital stays and the absence ... -
Fetal anomaly scan rates, information collected, and prenatal referral patterns among pregnant women at Kawempe Hospital: A prospective observational study
(Makerere University, 2024)Background: Congenital anomalies account for approximately 5% of global neonatal mortality and 8% of under-five mortality, with 90% of these deaths occurring in LMICs. The disparities between HICs and LMICs are largely due ...
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