Browsing by Subject "Epilepsy"
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Adherence to antiepeleptic drugs among children with epilepsy attending the Paediatric Neurology Clinic at Mulago Hospital
(Makerere University, 2011)INTRODUCTION: Epilepsy is one of the neglected and highly stigmatised diseases, yet it is very common affecting about 50 million people worldwide. In Uganda, the estimated prevalence of epilepsy is 13% with about 156 ... -
Caregivers' perceptions of Epilepsy and how they influence Paediatric patients' adherence to medication in Mulago Hospital
(Makerere University, 2022)Introduction: Epilepsy, a common social disorder with a high incidence rate, is globally estimated about 2.4 million people diagnosed yearly. Despite its high incidence rate, epileptic perceptions continue to negatively ... -
Clinical and electroencephalographic profiles of patients with Epilepsy in Mulago Hospital Medical Neurology Clinic
(Makerere University, 2002-06)Background: Epilepsy is a common neurological problem in Uganda and specifically in the neurology clinic of Mulago hospital. Whereas knowledge of seizure types and aetiology are important in the management of patients with ... -
High prevalence of glaucoma among patients in an Onchocerciasis Endemic Area (Mahenge, Tanzania)
(MDPI, 2022)Onchocerciasis is known to cause skin lesions and blindness, but there is also epidemiological evidence that onchocerciasis is associated with epilepsy, including nodding syndrome. We carried out ocular exams in persons ... -
Knowledge, explanatory models of epilepsy and adherence to anti-epileptic drugs among the young people living with epilepsy in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-01-12)This study sought to examine the knowledge, explanatory models of epilepsy and adherence to anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs) among the Young People Living with Epilepsy (PLWE) in Uganda. Therefore, an exploratory study was ... -
Pattern of Epilepsy and associated neurological impairmrnts among patients attending the Peadiatrict Neurology Clinic at Mulago Hospital
(2009-05)Introduction: Epilepsy is a leading neurological disorder globally. It is estimated that 0.5-1% of all children worldwide have epilepsy with the majority presenting during infancy or early childhood. Epilepsy is usually ... -
Prevalence and factors associated with epilepsy among children with hydrocephalus at Cure Children’s Hospital of Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023)Background: Hydrocephalus (HC) affects over 225000 in Sub Saharan Africa and about 4000 infants per year in Uganda. Developing epilepsy in HC may worsen the cognitive impairment and quality of life with added financial ... -
Prevalence and factors associated with non-adherence to anti-epileptic drugs among epileptic individuals attending at Butabika National Referral Hospital, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021)Background: Epilepsy, a neurological condition affects people of all ages around the world and was ranked the second leading contributor of global burden of disease responsible for 0.5% of the overall disease burden. Over ... -
Prevalence and factors associated with psychosis among adult patients with epilepsy at Butabika National Referral Mental Hospital
(Makerere University, 2023)BACKGROUND Many studies have shown that the prevalence of psychiatric disorders among people with Epilepsy (PWE) appears higher than that in the general population. Psychosis is highest in patients with epilepsy at about ... -
Risks of Taenia solium cysticercosis in urban and peri-urban areas of Kampala, Uganda
(International Congress of Parasitology (ICOPA XI), )In developing countries, cities are rapidly expanding, and over 50% of Africa’s population is estimated to live in or around cities by 2025 (United Nations 2002). To feed these growing city populations, urban and peri-urban ... -
A study to evaluate psychiatric rehabilitation services at the occupational therapy department of Butabika Hospital.
(2008-08)INTRODUCTION The field of psychiatric rehabilitation has developed with the recognition that most psychiatric disorders are associated with persistent disability that become chronic and impair functional capacities. Psychiatric ...