School of Medicine (Sch. of Med.): Recent submissions
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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 ... -
Comparative study of lung ultrasound patterns of clinically diagnosed severe pneumonia and acute chest syndrome among pediatric sickle cell anemia patients at Mulago Hospital
(Makerere University, 2024)Background: Acute chest syndrome (ACS) and severe pneumonia are both common potentially lethal conditions among sickle cell anemia (SCA) pediatric patients. However, both conditions are clinically and radiographically ... -
Quality of life among perimenopausal women aged 40 – 55 attending to patients: A cross sectional study at Kawempe National Referral Hospital.p
(Makerere University, 2022)Background: Experiencing menopausal symptoms had persistently remained a public health challenge through attributing to increased morbidity and less productivity among the perimenopausal women. Menopausal symptoms had ... -
Primiparous women's preparedness and lived experiences of episiotomy at St. Mary's Hospital, Lacor, Gulu, Northern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)Introduction: Episiotomies are still widely performed globally with 40% of primiparous women at St. Mary’s Hospital, Lacor undergoing the procedure. There is a paucity of data on whether primiparous women understand the ... -
Darunavir and rilpivirine steady state trough plasma concentrations with and without progestin contraceptive implant and HIV virologic outcomes among Ugandan women living with HIV.
(Makerere University, 2024)Background Through sustained viral suppression and prevention of unintended pregnancies, effective antiretroviral drugs like rilpivirine (RPV) and darunavir (DRV), and contraceptives like the progestin implant, can ... -
Utilization, associated factors and health workers' perceptions of non-pneumatic anti-shock garment in managing obstetric hemorrhage at Kawempe National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2024)INTRODUCTION: Obstetric hemorrhage stands as the foremost contributor to global maternal mortality accounting for 27% of the deaths. Particularly postpartum hemorrhage accounts for 70,000 deaths annually. The highest number ... -
Incidence, risk factors and outcomes of post-anaesthetic complications: A prospective cohort study in Mulago Adult Post-anesthesia Care Unit
(Makerere University, 2024)Abstract Background: Post-anaesthetic complications in the post-anaesthesia care unit (PACU) are common and significantly impact patient outcomes often leading to increased morbidity, prolonged PACU stay, and unplanned ... -
Patterns of postoperative feeding and their association with In-hospital outcomes among emergency laparotomy patients in MNRH: A prospective cohort study
(Makerere University, 2024-09-07)Background: Emergency laparotomy in sub-Saharan Africa is a common place procedure with relatively poorer outcomes of surgery compared to Elective laparotomy. Mortality following emergency abdominal surgery in low-income ... -
Attrition and associated factors among patients on chronic antihypertensive therapy at Mulago hospital
(Makerere University, 2024)Introduction: Attrition among patients on chronic antihypertensive therapy (AHT) is a significant problem that can lead to serious health consequences, including uncontrolled blood pressure, cardiovascular diseases, stroke, ... -
Aetiologic profile, outcomes and associated factors for Infantile obstructive jaundice cases managed at a tertiary hospital in Uganda: A retrospective study
(Makerere University, 2024)Background: The care for children with infantile obstructive jaundice (IOJ) remains a significant challenge in low-resource settings such as in Uganda. These patients often present late with significant complications of ... -
Childhood acute burn injury and outcome associated factors among patients admitted at Kiruddu National Referral Hospital: A retrospective study.
(Makerere University, 2024-10-04)Background: Burns are a significant cause of injury affecting a number of children worldwide, causing significant morbidity and mortality especially in Sub-Saharan Africa. Consequently, burns lead to physical, social, ... -
Time to sputum culture conversion and associated factors among drug resistant tuberculosis patients treated with Bedaquiline at Mulago Hospital, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)Introduction: Sputum culture conversion in patients with pulmonary tuberculosis (PTB) is considered the most important interim indicator of the effectiveness of anti-TB treatment for drug resistant disease. Bedaquiline ... -
Healthcare worker treatment practices for severe malaria for children Aged 6 Months to 12 years at Mulago National Referral Hospital, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)Background: Malaria remains an important public health concern, it is estimated that 3.2 billion people are at of risk contracting malaria annually. In Uganda, malaria is among the leading causes of illness and death. ... -
Prevalence, healthcare workers' perspectives and factors associated with hemodialysis adequacy among adult kidney failure patients at Kiruddu National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2024-10)Introduction: Kidney failure in Uganda is among the top 10 causes of death. Hemodialysis (HD) substitutes the natural work of the kidney thereby prolonging patients’ survival while improving their quality of life. An optimal ... -
Mapping and developing an Interprofessional education and collaborative practice framework for Health professional students within an African international elective learning environment
(Makerere University, 2024-09-02)The current global burden of disease, which includes emerging and re-emerging diseases, calls for interprofessional partnerships, even beyond one's country of practice. However, there are hardly any opportunities in Africa ... -
Correlation of Alberta stroke program early CT score among ischemic stroke patients and their outcomes at selected centres in Kampala.
(Makerere University, 2024-09)Introduction; Stroke is the second leading cause of death globally and contributes significantly to morbidity. It is important to know the etiology of stroke as secondary stroke prevention management differs. Neuroimaging ...