Browsing School of Medicine (Sch. of Med.) by Subject "Women"
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Awareness and attitudes towards emergency contraceptive pills among female non-medical undergraduate students at Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2022-12)Introduction: Emergency Contraception (EC) refers to a group of birth control modalities that can prevent unplanned pregnancy, especially when used after unprotected intercourse within defined time limits. Approximately ... -
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; ... -
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 ... -
Knowledge, attitude and practices on usage of low dose aspirin amongst women with pre-eclampsia seeking care at Kawempe National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2023-10-12)Introduction: Preeclampsia is the second commonest cause of maternal morbidity and mortality and it complicates 2-18% of pregnancies globally. Complications of hypertensive disorders in pregnancy ranked as the second highest ... -
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. ... -
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 ... -
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. ... -
Prevalence and factors associated with depression among women seeking post-abortion care services at Kawempe National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2023)Introduction: Literature has shown that women experiencing an abortion have psychological distress and some are consequently diagnosed with affective disorders including depression. However, despite the many women with ... -
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 ... -
Prevalence and factors associated with early postpartum anemia among women delivered by caesarean section at Kawempe National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2022-12)Introduction Early postpartum anemia (48 hours after delivery) is a global problem with deleterious consequences. It remains unacceptably high despite various interventions. There is scarcity of data on the prevalence ... -
Prevalence and factors associated with emergency Peripartum Hysterectomy among women with Post Partum Haemorrhage at Kawempe National Referral Hospital: a retrospective cross- Sectional analytical study.
(Makerere University, 2023-10-26)Background Emergency peripartum hysterectomy (EPH) is a treatment modality performed as a life-saving intervention in PPH refractory to conservative management. EPH is associated with high maternal morbidity and mortality ... -
Prevalence and factors associated with modern contraceptive use among HIV positive women at Mulago ISS Clinic
(Makerere University, 2022-12)Background Modern contraceptive use is an important strategy for prevention of mother to child transmission of HIV (WHO,2020). The modern contraceptive prevalence rate is still low in the general population at 35%(UDHS,2016), ... -
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 ... -
Prevalence and factors associated with unplanned pregnancies among pregnant women attending Antenatal Clinic at Kawempe National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2023)Introduction: Unplanned pregnancy is defined as a pregnancy which is a sum of mistimed pregnancy (pregnancy wanted at a later time) and unwanted pregnancy (pregnancy which is not wanted at all) It is a fundamental health ... -
Risk factors for secondary infertility among women attending infertility clinic at Kawempe National Referral Hospital: A matched case-control study
(Makerere University, 2023)Background: Infertility has emerged as one of global public health issues with approximately 8- 15% of couples affected globally. In Africa secondary infertility is more common than primary infertility and is largely due ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ...