Browsing by Subject "Hypoglycemia"
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Dextrose boluses versus burette dextrose infusions in prevention of hypoglycemia among preterms admitted at Mulago Hospital: An open label randomized clinical trial
(Makerere University, 2012)Background: Hypoglycemia is the most common metabolic problem in neonates its incidence is high in preterms. Use of continuous infusions of 10% dextrose which is best administered by automated infusion pumps to prevent ... -
PREVALENCE, FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH AND IMMEDIATE OUTCOMES OF NEONATAL SEPTICEMIA AMONG NEONATES ADMITTED WITH BIRTH ASPHYXIA TO SPECIAL CARE UNIT, MULAGO HOSPITAL
(Makerere University, 2019-10-16)Background: Neonatal mortality continues to be a global burden. This is despite the reduction in the under five mortality rate. The burden is highest in the low and middle income countries including Uganda. The common ... -
Prevalence, outcome and factors associated with dysglycemia among critically ill children presenting to Fort Portal Regional Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2022-02)Background: Dysglycemia is metabolic disorder characterized by hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) or hyperglycemia (high blood sugar). In remote and resource limited settings, alterations in blood glucose levels in sick children ... -
Prevalence, presentation and immediate outcome of critically ill children with hypoglycemia presenting to the Acute Care Unit of Mulago Hospital
(Makerere University, 2011)Background: Hypoglycemia has been described as a common complication among critically ill children presenting to emergency paediatric units. It is associated with prolonged hospital stay and increased risk of mortality. ...