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Prevalence of hepatitis B active infection in HIV positive infected clients attending AIDS information center, Kampala.
(International Health Sciences University., 2015-12)BACKGROUND: HBV and HIV are endemic diseases in Sub Sahara Africa and are transmitted via similar routes such as unprotected sexual intercourse with infected persons, however, there is insufficient information on prevalence ... -
Pulmonary Mycoses Among Hiv/Aids Patients In Kirinya Prisons Complex, Jinja.
(International Health Sciences University., 2015-12)Introduction: Pulmonary mycoses (P. mycoses) are a group of fungal infections commonly occurring as opportunistic infections (OIs) among individuals who are immune suppressed more especially those with human Immuno-deficiency ... -
Microfilarial Infection Among Patients Attending Out Patients Department at Luweero Health Centre IV Luweero District.
(International Health Sciences University., 2015-12)Introduction: Filariasis is one of the neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) in the world though its effects have a huge toll on the social and economic wellbeing of the people mostly living in the tropical and developing ... -
Cryptosporidiosis Among Hiv/Aids Patients Attending The Art Clinic Of International Hospital Kampala.
(International Health Sciences University., 2015-12)INTRODUCTION: Cryptosporidiosis is an intestinal infection caused by the protozoan parasites, cryptosporidium. In immune-competent individuals; the infection is usually self-limiting and asymptomatic while in patients ... -
Prevalence of Intestinal Parasites an their Relationship with Anaemia Among School going Children Aged 5 - 13 Years at Kisugu Health Center III Kampala District.
(International Health Sciences University., 2015-12)Background: Intestinal parasites which are known to cause major diseases and illnesses not limiting to anaemia of which intestinal protozoa and helminths are a primary cause especially in the sub-tropical and tropical ... -
Microbial Contamination of Milk and Its Products in Kisenyi Suburb Kampala Uganda.
(International Health Sciences University., 2015-12)Background: Milk and milk product contamination is common in Uganda as in other developing countries, irregularities in the screening and un hygienic practices during milking, transportation, processing, packaging and ... -
Intestinal Schistosomiasis and Associated Risk Factors in Children 6 to 15 years in Bugoto Primary School, Mayuge district.
(International Health Sciences University., 2015-12)Background: Schistosomiasis, is a parasitic neglected tropical disease (NTD), and is one of the major global public health concerns especially in the tropical and subtropical regions with 90% of the infections coming from ... -
The Relationship Between Uric Acid And Cardiovascular Disease Risk Markers In Type Ii Diabetes At Mulago National Referral Hospital Kampala.
(International Health Sciences University., 2015-12)Introduction: A relationship between hyperuricemia and Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) has been established since the 1900's and commonly increased uric acid levels are found in patients with cardiovascular disease and many ... -
Prevalence And Antimicrobial Susceptibility Pattern Of Bacterial Pathogens Associated With Childhood Septicemia At Lancet Laboratories, Kampala, Uganda.
(International Health Sciences University., 2015-12)Childhood septicemia remains the leading cause of morbidity and mortality among children aged 0 - 12 years in developing countries. Appropriate choice of antimicrobial agents for treatment and management depends on adequate ... -
Determination of Glycosylated Haemoglobin Levels in Type II Diabetes Mellitus Patients on Different Drug Regimens at Mengo Referral Hospital.
(International Health Sciences University., 2015-12)Introduction: Glycosylated haemoglobin has been known for some time as a critical marker in monitoring compliance to treatment by diabetic patients. With a single measurement, glycosylated haemoglobin can quantify average ... -
Prevalence of Pulmonary Tuberculosis and Associated Risk Factors Among Inmates of Lira Central Prison, Lira Municipality, Mid- Northern Uganda.
(International Health Sciences University., 2015-12)Background: Tuberculosis is caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, it is very contagious, airborne and a worldwide pandemic. It ranks as the second leading cause of death from a single infectious agent, after the human ... -
Detection of Rhesus D (RhD) Variation Phenotype Among RhD Negative Blood Donors at Gulu Regional Blood bank.
(International Health Sciences University., 2015-12)BACKGROUND: Rhesus D variant is a phenotypic variation of the Rhesus D antigen that does not show hem-agglutination with monoclonal anti D reagent in the immediate spin (IS). The Rh D variants is able to cause allo-immunisation ... -
Sero prevalence of hepatitis B among humans immuno deficiency virus infected individuals attending Naguru Hospital.
(International Health Sciences University., 2015-12)Introduction: Hepatitis B virus (HBV) is a world – wide public health concern with significant morbidity and mortality rates especially in developing countries. Objective: The major objective of this study was to ... -
Prevalence and Selected Risk Factors Associated With Hepatitis B Virus Infection in Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Clinic at Arua Regional Referral Hospital.
(International Health Sciences University., 2015-12)Background: The study was conducted at Arua regional referral hospital on pregnant women who were attending antenatal services with the aim of determining prevalence and selected risk factors associated with hepatitis B ... -
The Prevalence Of Cryptococcosis And Associated Risk Factors In HIV/AIDS Patients Attending Kiswa Health Centre, Kampala.
(IHSU, 2018-10)Background: Cryptococcosis is a fungal disease affecting both humans and animals. In humans, the infection is usually opportunistic principally caused by Cryptococcus neoformans (C. neoformans). In Uganda, Cryptococcosis ... -
Establishment Of Hematological Reference Ranges For Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Care At Nakaseke Hospital
(International Health Sciences University, 2018-11)Background: Measurement of haematological parameters is key to the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of many infectious diseases and pregnancy related conditions. However, less effort has been put in establishment ... -
Distribution Of Abo Blood Group Types And Their Association With Malaria Among Children Under 5 Years Attending Outpatients Clinic At Bundibugyo Hospital, Western Uganda
(International Health Sciences University., 2018-12)Background: Infection with malaria under five remains a burden in sub Saharan African, and is associated with numerous preventable deaths. The clinical outcome of Plasmodium infection in endemic areas is influenced by ... -
Prevalence Of Haemoparasites Among Voluntary Non-Renumerated Blood Donors Of Nakasero Blood Bank
(International Health Sciences University., 2018-12)Background: The use of blood to patient management is potentially a lifesaving maneuver, which necessitates critical care. Consequently, demand for blood has greatly increased over the years. Despite several advances in ... -
Prevalence Of Asymptomatic Thrombophilia Among Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Care Clinic At Mpigi Health Center IV
(International Health Sciences University., 2018-12)Background: Shortened coagulation tests (Thrombophilia) are a marker of hypercoagulability observed in pregnancy and immediate postpartum period. While this is beneficial for preventing maternal hemorrhage, ... -
Prevalence Of Intestinal Parasites And Associated Risk Factors Among School Children Attending Bwonda Primary School Mayuge District Eastern Uganda
(International Health Sciences University, 2018-12)Background: The risk of intestinal parasite among school going children still remains a high burden in fishing communities, as there is evidently poor sanitation and hygiene. This consequently affects children’s health ...