School of Medicine (Sch. of Med.)
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Incidence and immediate outcomes of in-hospital cardiac arrest in Healthcare institutions on the Mulago hill
(Makerere University, 2024-10-28)Background: In-hospital cardiac arrest (IHCA) is an acute event that can occur to any hospitalized patient. It is associated with high morbidity and mortality and constitutes a significant healthcare burden worldwide. ... -
Stress, Associated factors and coping strategies among undergraduate medical students at Makerere university medical school: A cross sectional study
(Makerere University, 2021)Overview: Stress refers to how the body reacts and adjusts to any changes in the physical, mental and physiological environment (Melaku et al., 2015). The medical course has been proven to be one of the most stressful by ... -
HIV-1 drug resistance among adults on integrase inhibitors with virologic failure at Medical Research Council, Uganda: Prevalence, associated factors and diagnostic accuracy of next generation sequencing
(Makerere University, 2024)Emerging evidence suggests a high rate of drug resistance (DR) associated with integrase strand transfer inhibitors (INSTIs) in developed countries, though there is limited information on DR during INSTI treatment in Uganda. ... -
Effect of milk protein and whey permeate in large quantity lipid-based nutrient supplement on growth and early child development among children with stunting in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023)Background: Stunting affects 22% of children under 5 years globally, putting them at risk of adverse outcomes including delayed development. Nearly half of the children in low- and middle-income country settings (LMICs) ... -
Prevalence and factors associated with hemorrhoids among adult patients attending colorectal clinic at Mulago National Referral Hospital: A cross-sectional study
(Makerere University, 2014)BACKGROUND: Hemorrhoidal disease is one of the most common benign anorectal conditions. The estimated prevalence of hemorrhoids has been reported in western literature to range from 4.4% to as high as 88% depending on the ... -
Birth preparedness and complications' readiness among mothers attending the antenatal care clinic at Katakwi General Hospital, Eastern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)Introduction: Birth preparedness and complications readiness is an essential component of the antenatal care that is intended to reduce delays by the pregnant mothers to access skilled care for birth and related complications. ... -
Impact of blended learning on the academic performance of pharmacology students of Victoria University, Kampala: Quasi experimental study
(Makerere University, 2024)Introduction: - As technology advances, innovative teaching-learning practices are advancing in higher education globally. The 21st century skills require stakeholders of higher education to be acquainted with the emerging ... -
Functional and radiological outcomes of closed ankle fractures managed non-operatively among adults at Mulago National Referral Hospital six months post-injury
(Makerere University, 2024)Introduction Non-operative management is a common approach for treating closed ankle fractures at Mulago National Referral Hospital (MNRH) due to its potential benefits, including shorter hospital stays and the absence ... -
Fetal anomaly scan rates, information collected, and prenatal referral patterns among pregnant women at Kawempe Hospital: A prospective observational study
(Makerere University, 2024)Background: Congenital anomalies account for approximately 5% of global neonatal mortality and 8% of under-five mortality, with 90% of these deaths occurring in LMICs. The disparities between HICs and LMICs are largely due ... -
Comparative study of lung ultrasound patterns of clinically diagnosed severe pneumonia and acute chest syndrome among pediatric sickle cell anemia patients at Mulago Hospital
(Makerere University, 2024)Background: Acute chest syndrome (ACS) and severe pneumonia are both common potentially lethal conditions among sickle cell anemia (SCA) pediatric patients. However, both conditions are clinically and radiographically ... -
Quality of life among perimenopausal women aged 40 – 55 attending to patients: A cross sectional study at Kawempe National Referral Hospital.p
(Makerere University, 2022)Background: Experiencing menopausal symptoms had persistently remained a public health challenge through attributing to increased morbidity and less productivity among the perimenopausal women. Menopausal symptoms had ... -
Primiparous women's preparedness and lived experiences of episiotomy at St. Mary's Hospital, Lacor, Gulu, Northern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)Introduction: Episiotomies are still widely performed globally with 40% of primiparous women at St. Mary’s Hospital, Lacor undergoing the procedure. There is a paucity of data on whether primiparous women understand the ... -
Darunavir and rilpivirine steady state trough plasma concentrations with and without progestin contraceptive implant and HIV virologic outcomes among Ugandan women living with HIV.
(Makerere University, 2024)Background Through sustained viral suppression and prevention of unintended pregnancies, effective antiretroviral drugs like rilpivirine (RPV) and darunavir (DRV), and contraceptives like the progestin implant, can ... -
Utilization, associated factors and health workers' perceptions of non-pneumatic anti-shock garment in managing obstetric hemorrhage at Kawempe National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2024)INTRODUCTION: Obstetric hemorrhage stands as the foremost contributor to global maternal mortality accounting for 27% of the deaths. Particularly postpartum hemorrhage accounts for 70,000 deaths annually. The highest number ... -
Incidence, risk factors and outcomes of post-anaesthetic complications: A prospective cohort study in Mulago Adult Post-anesthesia Care Unit
(Makerere University, 2024)Abstract Background: Post-anaesthetic complications in the post-anaesthesia care unit (PACU) are common and significantly impact patient outcomes often leading to increased morbidity, prolonged PACU stay, and unplanned ... -
Patterns of postoperative feeding and their association with In-hospital outcomes among emergency laparotomy patients in MNRH: A prospective cohort study
(Makerere University, 2024-09-07)Background: Emergency laparotomy in sub-Saharan Africa is a common place procedure with relatively poorer outcomes of surgery compared to Elective laparotomy. Mortality following emergency abdominal surgery in low-income ... -
Attrition and associated factors among patients on chronic antihypertensive therapy at Mulago hospital
(Makerere University, 2024)Introduction: Attrition among patients on chronic antihypertensive therapy (AHT) is a significant problem that can lead to serious health consequences, including uncontrolled blood pressure, cardiovascular diseases, stroke, ... -
Aetiologic profile, outcomes and associated factors for Infantile obstructive jaundice cases managed at a tertiary hospital in Uganda: A retrospective study
(Makerere University, 2024)Background: The care for children with infantile obstructive jaundice (IOJ) remains a significant challenge in low-resource settings such as in Uganda. These patients often present late with significant complications of ... -
Childhood acute burn injury and outcome associated factors among patients admitted at Kiruddu National Referral Hospital: A retrospective study.
(Makerere University, 2024-10-04)Background: Burns are a significant cause of injury affecting a number of children worldwide, causing significant morbidity and mortality especially in Sub-Saharan Africa. Consequently, burns lead to physical, social, ... -
Time to sputum culture conversion and associated factors among drug resistant tuberculosis patients treated with Bedaquiline at Mulago Hospital, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)Introduction: Sputum culture conversion in patients with pulmonary tuberculosis (PTB) is considered the most important interim indicator of the effectiveness of anti-TB treatment for drug resistant disease. Bedaquiline ...
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