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Clinical presentation and bacteriology of Diabetic Foot Ulcers at Mulago Hospital
(Makerere University, 2011)
Background
Diabetic foot ulcer is common cause of morbidity and mortality in Mulago hospital. Peripheral neuropathy and peripheral arterial disease are the major risk factors for diabetic foot ulceration and the severity ...
Prevalence and factors associated with pulmonary tuberculosis in children admitted with severe pneumonia in Mulago Hospital
(Makerere University, 2012)
Introduction: Tuberculosis is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in children with severe pneumonia. A study done in Uganda by Bakeera et al in 2001 found 2% TB in children with severe pneumonia, while a similar study ...
Sonographic findings in women with mammographically dense breast tissue at Mulago Hospital.
(Makerere University, 2014)
Back ground
The incidence rate of breast cancer in sub-Saharan nations is increasing. In Uganda, the incidence of breast cancer has tripled in the past three decades. Mammography, the gold standard for breast cancer ...
Uterotonic efficacy of oxytocin 2.5 versus 10 units during caesarean section at mulago hospital: a double blinded clinical trial.
(Makerere University, 2011)
Introduction: Oxytocin is routinely administered during Caesarean section Delivery (C/S) to initiate and maintain adequate uterine tone (UT) and reduce blood loss after placenta delivery. Oxytocin is however associated ...
The efficacy of methylene blue compared to air in the assessment of anastomotic integrity: A randomized controlled trial.
(Makerere University, 2013)
Background: Anastomotic leak is the most dreaded postoperative complication following bowel surgery because it causes significant morbidity and mortality with resultant increase in duration of hospital stay and cost of ...
Prevalence and factors associated with iodine deficiency among goiter patients in Rubkona, Guit and Koch communities in South Sudan.
(Makerere University, 2013-11)
Background: WHO 2004 global health report, estimated that 30% of the world’s 6 billion people live in iodine-deficient areas. Over 80% of these cases were found to occur in low and middle income countries. With wide spread ...
Pregnancy outcomes of mothers with one previous caesarean section scar offered trial of labour in Mulago Hospital: A cohort study.
(Makerere University, 2012)
Background: Vaginal birth (or trial of labour) after previous Caesarean delivery represents one of the most significant changes in obstetric practice as it is a safe and appropriate option that can help reduce the number ...
Outcome of HIV-infected and uninfected children with severe pneumonia admitted to pediatric wards at Mulago Hospital
(Makerere University, 2012)
Background:
Pneumonia is the leading cause of death in children under 5 years worldwide and contributes the greatest proportion of the global burden of childhood diseases. In Uganda, pneumonia is one of the leading causes ...
Assessment of informed consent process for caesarean section delivery in Mulago Hospital, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2012)
Introduction:
Caesarean section is not the natural way to deliver a baby. It can be associated with potential complications.
Informed consent is more than simply getting a patient to sign a written consent form. It is a ...
Prevalence of fungal colonization and infection of burn wounds among inpatients and associated factors at Mulago Hospital
(Makerere University, 2011-06)
Background: Burn injuries are on increase worldwide including Uganda. Infections are the commonest cause of morbidity and mortality in burn patients. The prophylactic use of antibiotics in burn patients has reduced bacterial ...