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Age estimation using orthopantomograms with demirjian and willems methods among children attending dental clinics in western Kenya
(Maseno University, 2023)An individual’s age forms an important part of their biodata and is not only necessary for the living but for the deceased. In addition, it is a vital requirement in identifying children who are victims of child abuse, ... -
Anatomical variations in morphology of the brachial plexus among black African population; a cadaveric study in western Kenya
(Maseno University, 2023)Brachial plexus (Bp) is a network of nerve bundle in the spinal cord around neck and axillar formed by union of ventral primary rami of C5 - C8 and T1. Bp may be affected by trauma, irradiation, neoplasm, infection, and ... -
Association of liver biochemical profile and clinical outcome of covid-19 infection in patients admitted at Mount Kenya hospital Nyeri, Kenya
(Maseno University, 2023)Coronavirus disease 2019 (covid-19) pandemic is the most recent significant global health crisis after the influenza pandemic of 1918. It has caused consequential global economic decline with loss of over 6 million lives ... -
Determinants of Art Initiation and Perceptions On Antiretroviral Drugs Uptake During Pregnancy and Puerperium at Homa Bay County Referral Hospital In Homa Bay, Kenya
(Maseno University, 2020)Use of effective antiretroviral therapy (ART) in Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) positive pregnant women has been proven to be the most effective technique of preventing mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT) of HIV. This ... -
Effect of quercetin on industrial trans fatty acids induced glucose intolerance in rattus norvegicus albinus
(Maseno University, 2023)Globally climate change has been a major impediment to achieving sustainable development among natural resource dependent livelihoods. Impact-based weather forecasting (IBF) has been recommended as prerequisite tools toward ... -
Effects of aqueous garlic extract intervention on plasma glucose, lipid profile and alkaline phosphatase concentrations in atazanavir treated rattus norvegicus albinus
(Maseno University, 2023)Patients on Highly Active Antiretroviral therapy (Protease inhibitors) are prone to complications including abnormalities in glucose metabolism, lipid derangement, and increased risk of cardiovascular disease. Studies have ... -
Restorative activities of curcuma longa on sildenafil induced nephrotoxicity among male albino rats (Rattus norvegicus)
(Maseno University, 2023)Nephrotoxicity is the leading cause of acute kidney injury worldwide with majority of population affected being of African population as it accounts for 18- 27% of acute kidney injuries managed in hospital set up. Its ... -
Variation in morphology of brachial artery and its branching pattern among black African population: a cadaveric study in western Kenya
(Maseno University, 2023)The brachial artery (BA) is the main arterial supply to the upper limb, BA commences at the inferior border of teres major muscle as a direct continuation of the 3rd part of axillary artery and courses to the arm anterior ... -
Variations in the anatomical origin and distribution of coronary artery among black African population: a cadaveric study in western Kenya.
(Maseno University, 2023)The coronary artery and its branches is the main blood vessel that supplies the myocardium. The principal branches of ascending aorta are the right and left coronary artery. Variations of the coronary arteries are vessels ...