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Clinical efficacy of cotrimoxazole versus amoxicillin in the treatment of community acquired pneumonia in children aged 2-59 months attending Mulago hospital: A randomized clinical trial
(2008-08)BACKGROUND: Acute lower respiratory infections (ALRIs), peincipally community acquired pneumonia, account for appropriately 1.9 million (95% confidence arrival (C1) 1.6-2.2 million) deaths globally in children under 5 ... -
How low can you go: What is the safe threshold for platelet transfusions in patients with hematologic malignancy in sub-Saharan Africa
(Makerere University, 2019)Background Despite the importance of platelet transfusions in treatment of hematologic cancer patients, the optimal platelet count threshold for prophylactic transfusion is unknown in sub-Saharan Africa. Methods We followed ... -
Prevalence and factors associated with risk of HIV occupational exposure and PEP utilization among healthcare workers in Mwanza referral hospitals-Tanzania.
(2008-05)INTRODUCTION: It is estimated that about 40 million people are living with HIV/AIDS globally, and of these, two thirds are in sub Saharan Africa. In Tanzania the prevalence of HIV/AIDS among adults is 7%. The increasing ... -
Survey to Assess Knowledge and Reported Practices Regarding Blood Transfusion Among Cancer Physicians in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2018-10)Purpose Optimal decision making regarding blood transfusion for patients with cancer requires appropriate knowledge of transfusion medicine among physicians. We assessed blood transfusion knowledge, attitudes, and ... -
Transfusion Challenges in Patients with Hematological Malignancies in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Prospective Observational Study from the Uganda Cancer Institute
(Makerere University, 2020)Blood transfusion is fundamental in managing hematologic malignancies. We sought to evaluate the need and availability of blood products for patients with hematological malignancies at Uganda Cancer Institute. We prospectively ...