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Clinical and electroencephalographic profiles of patients with Epilepsy in Mulago Hospital Medical Neurology Clinic
(Makerere University, 2002-06)
Background: Epilepsy is a common neurological problem in Uganda and specifically in the neurology clinic of Mulago hospital. Whereas knowledge of seizure types and aetiology are important in the management of patients with ...
Examining the nexus between nature, wealth and power in the Lake George fishery: a case of major actors in the fish product chain
(2006)
This briefing paper arises out of one of ACODE’s current research undertakings meant to influence policy processes in biodiversity conservation through generation of policy relevant information. The main aim of this paper ...
A new model to monitor the virological efficacy of antiretroviral treatment in resource-poor countries
(Elsevier, 2006)
Monitoring the efficacy of antiretroviral treatment in developing countries is difficult because these countries have few laboratory facilities to test viral load and drug resistance. Those that exist are faced with a ...
Artemisinin Combination Therapies for Treatment of Uncomplicated Malaria in Uganda
(Public Library of Science, 2006-05)
Objectives: To compare the efficacy and safety of artemisinin combination therapies for the treatment of uncomplicated falciparum malaria in Uganda. Design: Randomized single-blind controlled trial. Setting: Tororo, Uganda, ...
A case report: Harpes zooster IRIS in pregnancy
(African Health Sciences, 2009)
Pregnant women are increasingly being initiated on antiretroviral therapy either as part of prevention of mother to child transmission of HIV or as purely highly active antiretroviral therapy. In this case report, we ...
Interpretation of tuberculin skin-test results in the diagnosis of tuberculosis in children
(African Health Sciences, 2005)
Introduction: The tuberculin skin test is one of the most valuable tests for demonstrating tuberculous infection in both symptomatic and asymptomatic children. However, its application is often undermined by difficulties ...
Tanrıverdi, S., et al. (2008). Inferences about the global population structures of Cryptosporidium parvum and Cryptosporidium hominis
(American Society for Microbiology, 2008-12)
Cryptosporidium parvum and Cryptosporidium hominis are two related species of apicomplexan protozoa responsible for the majority of human cases of cryptosporidiosis. In spite of their considerable public health impact, ...
Factors associated with redundant sigmoid colon in Mulago hospital, Uganda
(2007)
INTRODUCTION: In order to combat the continuing morbidity and mortality due to redundant sigmoid colon and its complications in Mulago hospital, a prospective case-control study was conducted from 1st may, 2006 to 31st ...
Factors influencing the acceptance of directly observed therapy in the delivery of anti-retroviral drugs for treatment of Human Immunodeficiency Virus in Urban Uganda
(2008-05)
Background: Directly observed therapy for highly active antiretroviral therapy (DOT-HAART) has the potential to improve adherence and social support in HIV+ patients. Aims were to determine; the level of DOT-HAART acceptance, ...
Antenatal HIV testing in rural eastern Uganda in 2003: incomplete rollout of the prevention of mother-to-child transmission of HIV programme?
(BioMed Central, 2006-05-03)
Background: Uganda began to implement the prevention of mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT) of HIV programme in 2000, and by the end of 2003 it had expanded to cover 38 of the 56 districts including Mbale District. However, ...