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Serum selenium levels in patients with cancer of the esophagus at Mulago National Referral Hospital: a case control study.
(Makerere University, 2012)
Background
Worldwide, cancer of the esophagus (CE) is the eighth most common cancer and sixth most common cause of death. In Uganda it remains one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality among men and women because ...
The prevalence and factors associated with musculoskeletal disorders in patients with Sickle Cell Anamia at Mulago National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2015)
Introduction:
Musculoskeletal System (MSK) disorders are common manifestation of sickle cell anaemia (SCA). These disorders may include avascular necrosis (AVN), osteomyelitis, leg ulcers or septic arthritis. Early diagnosis ...
Prevalence and patterns of floating knee injury among patients with major musculoskeletal injuries seen at Mulago National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2022-06)
Introduction; Floating knee injury result from high energy trauma and are usually associated
with injuries to other body parts. Therefore, performing a thorough evaluation to assess the
associated injuries reduces missed ...
Financial implications of cancellation of elective surgery to patients in Mulago Hospital
(Makerere University, 2020-05)
Background: Cancellation of elective surgical procedures in Mulago hospital stands at a rate of about 28.8% with most of the reasons for these cancellations being system-related. These cancellations come with consequences ...
Prevalence of helicobacter pylori associated gastritis in patients with dyspepsia presenting to Mulago National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2014-05)
Introduction: More than half of the world’s population is infected with Helicobacter pylori (H. Pylori), the primary cause of chronic gastritis. Chronic gastritis is associated with peptic ulcer and in advanced stages with ...
Prevalence and factors associated with delay in seeking healthcare by caregivers of children less than five years with severe pneumonia at Mulago National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2022-03-28)
Background: Globally, pneumonia is the leading infectious cause of under-five mortality In Uganda, pneumonia accounts for 16% of childhood deaths. Child mortality and complications from pneumonia can be reduced by prompt ...
Predicting survival of patients with COVID-19 admitted at Mulago National Referral Hospital using the chest x-ray (BRIXIA) score
(Makerere University, 2022)
Introduction: By 31st October, 126,000 cases of Covid-19 pneumonia and 3,215 deaths had been reported in Uganda. Chest x-ray score (Brixia score) plays an important role in the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of ...
Prevalence, patterns and associated factors of acute tibia plateau fractures among adults with tibia fractures seen at Mulago National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2021-04)
Introduction
The tibia plateau makes up one of the most critical load bearing articular surface in the human body. An injury to this vital anatomic region affects knee alignment, stability and ultimately impairs functional ...
Prevalence and factors associated with ocular manifestations of Rheumatoid Arthritis among patients attending Mulago National Referral Hospital.
(Makerere University, 2021-10)
Background: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a systemic inflammatory disease associated with numerous extra-articular organ involvement. Ocular manifestations associated with RA include episcleritis, scleritis, conjunctivitis, ...
Prevalence, clinical, and histological characteristics of prostate cancer in men with low PSA at MNRH: a cross-sectional study.
(Makerere University, 2022-01)
Background: Majority of the PCa in developed countries is localized at diagnosis and survival outcomes are comparable to actual life expectancy. In Uganda however, 90% of the PCa disease is advanced at diagnosis and the ...