Browsing School of Medicine (Sch. of Med.) Collections by Subject "Anaesthesia"
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Antimicrobial prophylaxis in caesarean section in Mulago Hospital: effect of administration time on incidence of post-operative infection: randomised clinical trial.
(Makerere University, 2014)Background: Prophylactic antibiotic administration is used to prevent post-surgical infection after caesarean section. Studies have suggested that the timing of prophylaxis plays an important role (Classen et al., 1992). ... -
Burnout prevalence and associated factors among anaesthesia providers in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-06)Background: Burnout is an under looked, underestimated problem found among working professionals and thus under diagnosed. Anaesthesia is considered one of the most stressful medical specialties but there is a paucity of ... -
Effect of 0.25mg/kg intravenous ketamine during spinal anaesthesia on post caesarean analgesic requirement in elective caesarean sections in Mulago.
(Makerere University, 2014)Post-operative pain continues to negatively affect the quality of life in obstetric patients worldwide and Mulago National Referral Hospital in Uganda, with its high turnover of mothers, is no exception. Research ... -
Incidence, associated factors and complications of residual neuromuscular blockade among adult patients in the post anaesthesia care unit: a multicenter prospective observation study.
(Makerere University, 2021-01-11)Residual neuromuscular blockade (RNMB) is a major deterrent to use of Neuromuscular blocking drugs (NMBDs) during general anaesthesia. It is associated with potentially fatal Acute Respiratory Events (AREs) like upper ... -
Knowledge and Practices in difficult airway management among anaesthesia providers in Uganda: A cross-sectional study
(Makerere University, 2023)Introduction: Difficult airway scenarios can occur in the operating theatre as an anticipated or unanticipated event. Knowledge on airway management coupled with preparation, planning, communication and teamwork are ...