School of Medicine (Sch. of Med.): Recent submissions
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Sticks and wheelchairs for elderly people in central Uganda: values of utility, provenance and presentation
(Cambridge University Press, 2022)While mobility-assistive devices ease movement and independence of persons with disabilities, their use may depend on their social and symbolic meaning. This article departs from our observation that elderly people in ... -
Prevalence, associated factors and in-hospital outcomes of gastrointestinal perforations at Bwera General Hospital, Kasese - Uganda: a retrospective cross-sectional study
(Makerere University, 2025)Introduction: Gastrointestinal perforations (GIPs) constitute surgical emergencies which necessitate prompt diagnosis and management that is significantly facilitated by the availability of adequate facilities and resources. ... -
Indications, early complications, and the associated factors following open surgical gastrostomy in patients admitted to Mulago National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2025)Background: Feeding gastrostomy, whether performed surgically or via percutaneous endoscopic or radiological methods, is the preferred approach for long-term enteral feeding in patients who are unable to swallow but possess ... -
Accuracy of ganga hospital open injury score in predicting amputation of severe open lower limb injuries among adults seen at Mulago Hospital
(Makerere University, 2025)Background: With the recent advent of more motorization in Uganda, severe open lower limb injuries are pretty common. Hence, a frequent ethical and medical-legal dilemma in decision-making by frontline clinicians often ... -
Prevalence and patterns of humeral fractures amongst patients presenting with upper limb fractures to Mulago National Referral Hospital.
(Makerere University, 2025)Introduction: Humeral fractures are some of the major orthopaedic injuries presenting to the Accident and Emergency unit among patients with musculoskeletal trauma. However, their true prevalence and patterns is not yet ... -
Diagnostic accuracy of the modified triple test in evaluation of palpable breast masses among women under 40 years attending Mulago Hospital
(Makerere University, 2025)Background: Breast lumps remain the commonest presentation among women at outpatient clinics in Uganda. However, the diagnostic utility of the modified triple test, MTT (physical breast examination, breast ultrasound, ... -
Factors associated with in-hospital mortality of neonates with anorectal malformations at Mulago National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2025)Background Anorectal malformation is a common disease entity among neonates presenting to pediatric surgery units in Uganda. The optimal care for these babies is compromised by gaps in several of the pillars of the ... -
Predictive role of neurofilament light protein in neurological and mental health outcomes following non-severe trauma among adults: A prospective cohort study at Mulago National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2025)INTRODUCTION- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is a major risk for neurological and neuropsychological disorders. Neuroaxonal damage is a major determinant of outcomes of TBI, and Neurofilament Light chain protein (NfL), a ... -
Prevalence, etiology and computed tomography finding in patients with traumatic brain injury at Mulago National Referral Hospital: A cross sectional study
(Makerere University, 2025)Background: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) refers to brain damage following trauma to the head. It is one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality in the world. The incidence of TBI is a growing burden due to increasing ... -
Prevalence of multi-drug resistant UTIs and antibiotic sensitivity profiles amongst male patients with bladder outlet obstruction: A cross-sectional study
(Makerere University, 2025)Background: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a rapidly emerging global problem with multidrug resistant (MDR) urinary tract infections (UTIs) complicating treatment, particularly in low and middle-income countries (LMICs). ... -
Prosthetic fitting and associated factors among lower limb amputees at Mulago Hospital
(Makerere University, 2025)Background: Lower limb amputations are a significant global health challenge, with Uganda experiencing a notable burden. Despite the essential role of prosthetic fitting in rehabilitation, disparities in access and prosthetic ... -
Severity of post - operative knee stiffness and associated factors after surgical fixation of knee osseous injuries among adults at Mulago National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2025-05)Background: Knee stiffness following surgical fixation of knee osseous injuries is a common and potential complication of surgery and rehabilitation with a global incidence of 4% to 38%. Even with the currently recommended ... -
The 14-day incidence and risk factors of gastrointestinal anastomotic leak among adult patients in Mulago Hospital, a prospective cohort study
(Makerere University, 2025)Background: Anastomotic leak is one of the most feared complications following gastrointestinal (GI) anastomotic surgery. It increases morbidity and mortality of patients undergoing GI surgery. Globally, the frequency of ... -
Prevalence and factors associated with hypertension among female nurses in private healthcare facilities in Jinja City
(Makerere University, 2024)Introduction: Hypertension affects 1.3 billion people globally and is predicted to rise to 1.56 billion by 2025, influenced by urbanization, sedentary lifestyles, and dietary shifts. Despite being essential to Uganda's ... -
Prevalence and factors associated with pre-operative delays among neurotraumatic patients at Mulago National Referral Hospital: a cross-sectional study
(Makerere University, 2025)Introduction Neurotraumatic emergencies affect more than 10 million people globally with majority of them from sub-Saharan. Neurotraumatic emergencies present a challenge in emergency surgical care, demanding quick and ... -
Prevalence and grading of meconium-stained amniotic fluid plus associated puerperal sepsis within 7 days at Kawempe National Referral Hospital.
(Makerere University, 2024)Background: Meconium-stained amniotic liquor remains both a maternal and neonatal health challenge globally as it is associated with higher rate of caesarean delivery, increased need for neonatal resuscitation, puerperal ... -
Short term outcomes of unstable pelvic fractures in adults treated at Mulago National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2025)Introduction Pelvic fractures are perhaps the most severe & life-threatening musculoskeletal injuries, constituting about 1.5%–3% of all skeletal injuries. Despite their severity, unstable pelvic fractures can yield ... -
Marginal men, respectable masculinity and access to HIV services through intimate relationships with female sex workers in Kampala, Uganda
(Elsevier, 2022)Masculinity influences men’s sexual risk-taking behaviour and affects uptake of HIV services. We draw on data from a year-long (2019) ethnographic study focusing on men in relationships with female sex workers (FSW) in ... -
Safety, effectiveness and acceptability of misoprostol for treatment of incomplete mid trimester abortion in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-07)Eight percent of the maternal deaths in Uganda are abortion-related and yet women still have limited access to quality postabortion care. Task sharing is a proposed strategy to increase access to safe postabortion care and ... -
Prevalence and factors associated with nasal fractures among patients with head trauma at Mulago National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2024)Introduction: Nasal fractures are the most common type of facial fractures contributing 40 - 58% of all facial fractures. Although very common, their assessment and management is rarely included in the routine care of ...