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Prevalence and non adherence to prescribed anti-hypertensive medication and associated factors among our patients at Uganda Heart Institute
(Makerere University, 2022)
Background: Hypertension is a major public health problem both in the developed and developing countries, but with a much bigger burden in developing countries including the Sub Saharan Africa. Non-adherence to pharmacological ...
Factors associated with adherence to radiation protection among radiography students at Mulago National Referral Hospital.
(Makerere University, 2022-09)
Background: Radiation protection refers to reduction of unnecessary ionizing radiation exposure with the intent of minimizing its harmful effects on medical staff and patients. Radiography students are at high risk of ...
Knowledge, attitudes and practices of clinical imaging guidelines for chest x-ray examinations among final year medical students at Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2022-08)
Background: Chest X-ray (CXR) is the most frequently performed radiological investigation around the globe. In Uganda, chest X-ray examinations contribute more than 20% of all radiological investigations done annually in ...
Knowledge, attitudes and practices about cardiopulmonary resuscitation among radiography students at Makerere University College of Health Sciences
(Makerere University, 2022-09)
Title: Knowledge, attitudes and practices about cardio-pulmonary resuscitation among radiography students, at Makerere University College of Health sciences.
Background: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is a vital ...
Knowledge and practices of radiographers in radiation protection during pediatric plain chest X-ray examinations at Mulago National Specialized Hospital
(Makerere University, 2022-09-07)
Introduction: Medical chest x-ray imaging has led to improvements in the diagnosis and treatment of numerous medical conditions in Pediatric patients. Given the longer life expectancy in pediatrics than adults, predisposition ...
Knowledge of imaging modalities among undergraduate medical students at Makerere University College of Health Sciences
(Makerere University, 2022-08)
Introduction: Imaging is a critical and growing component of modern medical diagnosis and practice. The role of radiological imaging in health care and medicine is rapidly expanding worldwide, yet knowledge about radiological ...
Factors leading to late reporting of breast cancer patients for diagnosis and treatment at Uganda Cancer Institute, Mulago.
(Makerere University, 2022-09)
Back ground. Delay in seeking proper diagnosis and treatment in breast cancer patient’s leads to an increased morbidity and mortality.
Objective of the study. The aim of this study was therefore to identify the factors ...
Awareness and Attitudes Regarding Breast Cancer and Breast Self-examination Among Female Students at Makerere University.
(Makerere University, 2022-08-17)
Background
Although there are huge efforts to increase the level of breast cancer awareness, breast self-examination (BSE) is still poorly practiced across Uganda. This baseline study was aimed at assessing the awareness ...
Communication difficulties in children with Cerebral Palsy who are aged 2-7years and having learning disability at Katalemwa Cheshire home for Rehabilitation services
(Makerere University, 2022-09-10)
TITLE: Communication difficulties in children with Cerebral Palsy who are aged 2-7 years and
having learning disability at Katalemwa Home for Rehabilitation.
AIM: To determine the receptive and expressive language skills ...