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Utilization and factors associated with intermittent preventive treatment of malaria among women attending antenatal clinic in Mulago Hospital.
(Makerere University, 2014-05)
Background: The greatest impact of malaria is felt in sub-Saharan Africa where up to 90% of the global deaths due to the disease occur. Malaria infection in pregnancy is a major cause of maternal and child morbidity and ...
The prevalence and clinico-pathological features of benign proliferative breast diseases among female patients at Mulago Hospital: across-sectional study
(Makerere University, 2013-06)
Background: Although the increasing incidence of breast cancer in Uganda has been well-documented, the possibility that benign proliferative breast disease (BPBD) among Ugandan women is increasing has not been determined. ...
Insulin-like growth factor-I as a risk factor for breast cancer among Ugandan women in Mulago National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2012-06)
Background: In Uganda breast cancer is the third commonest cancer in women after cancer of the cervix and Kaposi's sarcoma. The incidence of breast cancer in Uganda has nearly tripled from 11:100,000 in 1961 to 31:100,000 ...
Late age at first child birth as a risk factor of breast cancer among Ugandan women at Mulago Hospital: A case control study.
(2012-05)
Background
Breast Cancer in Uganda is the third commonest cancer in women after cancer of the cervix and Kaposis sarcoma.
The incidence of Breast Cancer in Uganda has nearly tripled from 11:100,000 in 1961 to 31:100,000 ...
Prevalence and factors associated with dual contraception among women living with HIV/AIDS attending TASO Mulago HIV Clinic.
(Makerere University, 2014-07)
Introduction: Dual contraception refers to use of condom concurrently with another effective contraceptive method to prevent unwanted pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases including HIV. With advent of HAART, HIV ...
Knowledge, attitudes and practice of cervical cancer screening among private health workers in Kampala District, Uganda.
(2009)
BACKGROUND:
Cervical cancer is an important public health problem for adult women in developing countries including Uganda. Over 80% patients with cervical cancer presenting to Mulago Hospital have advanced disease. ...
Short inter-pregnancy interval among pregnant women with previous cesarean scar(s) at Kawempe National Referral Hospital: prevalence and associated factors
(Makerere University, 2021)
Background: It is recommended by the WHO that women with a cesarean section should delay conception for at least 2 years (24 months) in order to improve maternal and neonatal outcomes. This period does not only give time ...
Prevalence and factors associated with postpartum anemia among women attending postnatal clinic at six weeks at Apac General Hospital
(Makerere University, 2019-09)
INTRODUCTION
Postpartum anemia presents a high burden to the frontline health care workers worldwide. The burden is more so in countries with high prevalence of antepartum anemia and malaria. Postpartum anemia is ...
Risk of post caesarean wound infection among women managed by open versus closed dressing in Mulago Hospital: A randomised controlled trial.
(Makerere University, 2012-05)
Introduction: Surgical wound infection is the most common maternal complication following caesarean section (CS) worldwide. It accounts for considerable morbidity and mortality, prolonged hospitalization and increased ...
Effects of propofol versus thiopental on apgar scores in newborns and peri-operative outcomes of women undergoing caesarean section: A randomized clinical trial.
(Makerere University, 2014-07)
Introduction: General and regional anaesthesia are the two main techniques used in caesarean sections. Regional anaesthesia is the preferred choice although in certain circumstances like patient choice, back deformities; ...