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Relationships between test positivity rate, total laboratory confirmed cases of malaria, and malaria incidence in high burden settings of Uganda: An ecological analysis

Jaffer Okiring • Epstein A • Namuganga Jf • null Kamya • Sserwanga A • James Kapisi • Ebong C • Kigozi Sp • Mpimbaza A • Humphrey Wanzira • Briggs J • Moses R. Kamya • Joaniter I. Nankabirwa • Grant Dorsey (2020)

Abstract; Background: Malaria surveillance is critical for monitoring changes in malaria morbidity over time. National Malaria Control Programs often rely on surrogate measures of malaria incidence, including the ...
Molecular detection and phylogenetic analysis of Lumpy skin disease virus from outbreaks in Uganda 2017-2018

Sylvester Ochwo • Kimberly Vanderwaal • Christian Ndekezi • Joseph Nkamwesiga • Anna Munsey • Sarah Gift Witto • Noelina Nantima • Franklin Mayanja • Anna Rose Ademun Okurut • David Kalenzi Atuhaire • Frank Norbert Mwiine (2019)

Abstract; Background Lumpy skin disease (LSD) is an infectious viral disease of cattle caused by a capripox virus. LSD has substantial economic implications, with infection resulting in permanent damage to the skin ...
Functional Adrenal Insufficiency among Tuberculosis-Human Immunodeficiency Virus co-infected patients: A Cross-section study in Uganda

Agnes Bwanika Bwanika Naggirinya • Andrew Mujugira • David B. Meya • Irene Andia Biraro • Ezekiel Mupere • William Worodria • Yukari C. Manabe (2020)

Abstract; Objective Tuberculosis (TB) is the leading cause of adrenal insufficiency in resource-limited settings. The adrenal gland is the most commonly affected endocrine organ in TB infection. We assessed prevalence ...
Benefits of a community based interdisciplinary learning exposure: A qualitative study of the One Health approach in teaching at Makerere University Uganda

Esther Buregyeya • Edwinah Atusingwize • Peninah Nsamba • Christine Nalwadda • Jimmy Osuret • Patrick Kalibala • Ronald Nuwamanya • Samuel Okech • Tonny Ssekamatte • Sarah Nitumusiima • Timothy Wakabi • Winnie Bikaako • Agnes Yawe • Irene Naigaga • Juvenal Kagarama • John David Kabasa • William Bazeyo (2019)

Abstract; Makerere University implemented a One Health Institute (OHI) in 2016 involving undergraduate students selected from different disciplines. The students were first taken through theoretical principles in ...
Associations of childhood exposure to malaria with cognition and behaviour outcomes: a systematic review protocol

ANDREW SENTOOGO SSEMATA • JACQUELLINE ANN NAKITENDE • SIMON KIZITO • ELIZABETH C WHIPPLE • PAUL BANGIRANA • NOELINE NAKASUJJA • CHANDY C JOHN • MEGAN SONG McHENRY (2020)

Abstract; Background: Malaria is one of the major contributing risk factors for poor development of children living in low- and middle- income countries (LMICs). However, little is known about the specific domains ...
Incidence Of Post Dural Puncture Headache And Associated Factors Following Spinal Anaesthesia For Caesarean Delivery In Mulago National Referral Hospital

Philo Nambooze • Kizito Samuel • John Baptist Kiggundu • Andrew Kintu • Mary T. Nabukenya (2019)

Abstract; Background Spinal anaesthesia is a cost effective anaesthesia technique commonly used for abdominal procedures like caesarean sections. The incidence of post dural puncture headaches (PDPH) which is one ...
Barriers to epilepsy care in central Uganda, a qualitative interview and focus group study involving PLWE and their caregivers

Mark Kaddumukasa • Haddy Nalubwama • Martin N Kaddumukasa • Samden Lhatoo • Nelson Sewankambo • Elly Katabira • Martha Sajatovic • Carol Blixen (2019)

Abstract; Background; ; Epilepsy is a common neurological disease with substantial impact on the subject and their caretakers. This exploratory study identified barriers to care for persons living with epilepsy ...
Understanding implementation barriers in the national scale-up of Differentiated ART delivery in Uganda

HENRY ZAKUMUMPA • Joseph Rujumba • Japheth Kwiringira • Cordelia Katureebe • Neil Spicer (2020)

Abstract; Background; Although Differentiated Service Delivery (DSD) for anti-retroviral therapy (ART) has been rolled-out nationally in several countries since World Health Organization (WHO)’s landmark 2016 ...
Post Caesarean Wound sepsis and associated factors among patients attending a rural regional referral hospital in Western Uganda: A cross-sectional study

Ismael Muhumuza • Abdulrahman Zeinul Lavingia • Bekson Tayebwa • Ahmed Abdulhussein Ahmed • Farhiya Mohammed Koriow • Victor Otieno Tetty • Emmanuel Nzabandora • Ubarnel Almenares • Ivan Bonet Fonseca • Victo Kyobutungi • John Turyagumanawe • Collins Atuheire • Robinson Ssebuwufu (2020)

Abstract; Background : Post-caesarean wound sepsis is among the most common problem for patients who undergo caesarean section. It remains a common and widespread problem contributing to morbidity and mortality; ...
Effect of preoperative information about pain on postoperative pain experience and patient satisfaction following orthopaedic surgery: A randomised controlled trial.

Moses Othin • Cornelius Sendagire • John Mukisa • Clare Lubulwa • Phillip Mulepo • Agnes Wabule • Emmanuel Ayebale (2020)

Abstract; Background: Preoperative information about pain has been shown to improve postoperative pain perception and reduce postoperative analgesia requirements. However, there is limited data regarding the effect ...
Molecular genetic diversity and differentiation of Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus, L. 1758) in East African natural and stocked populations

Papius Dias Tibihika • Manuel Curto • Esayas Alemayehu • Herwig Waidbacher • Charles Masembe • Peter Akoll • Harald Meimberg (2019)

Abstract; Background The need for enhancing the productivity of fisheries in Africa triggered the introduction of non-native fish, causing dramatic changes to local species. In East Africa, the extensive translocation ...
Factors associated with tuberculosis treatment completion by Gender during 2014 - 2016 in Kampala, Uganda: A retrospective descriptive study

Etwom Alfred • Moorine Penninah Sekadde • Aldomoro Burua • Frank Mugabe • Ismael Kawooya • Hannock Tweya (2020)

Abstract; BackgroundTo date, limited number of studies have explored the effect of gender in treatment outcomes in Uganda. No data on disaggregated treatment outcomes and influential factors by gender has been ...
Doctors experiences on the quality of care for pesticide poisoning patients in hospitals in Kampala, Uganda: a qualitative exploration using donabedian’s model

Charles Ssemugabo • Sarah Nalinya MPH • Abdullah Ali Halage • Ruth Mubeezi Neebye • David Musoke • Erik Jørs (2019)

Abstract; Background; ; Pesticide poisoning is a major public health problem in many Low-and-Middle Income Countries (LMICs). Pesticides are responsible for a significant percentage of deaths globally with majority ...
Hypertension Care Cascade at a Large Urban HIV Clinic in Uganda: A Mixed Methods Study Using the Capability, Opportunity, Motivation for Behavior change (COM-B) model

Martin Muddu • Isaac Ssinabulya • Simon P. Kigozi • Rebecca Ssennyonjo • Florence Ayebare • Rodgers Katwesigye • Mary Mbuliro • Isaac Kimera • Chris T. Longenecker • Moses R. Kamya • Jeremy I. Schwartz • Anne R. Katahoire • Fred C. Semitala (2020)

Abstract; Background: Persons Living with HIV (PLHIV) receiving antiretroviral therapy (ART) have a high prevalence of hypertension (HTN) and increased risk of mortality from cardiovascular diseases. HTN and HIV ...
Primary validation of Charm II tests for the detection of antimicrobial residues in a range of aquaculture fish

Aziz Kimera Mukota • Melanie Flore Kamini Gondam • Julie Judith Takadong Tsafack • James Sasanya • Wim Reybroeck • Muhammad Ntale • Steven Allan Nyanzi • Emmanuel Tebandeke (2020)

Abstract; The study carried out a primary validation of Charm II tests for the detection of antimicrobial residues in aquaculture fish. The Validation was performed according to European Commission Decision 2002/657/EC ...
An Exploratory Study on the Evaluation of eHealth Interventions in Uganda: Practices, Challenges and Insights

Josephine Nabukenya • Justus Ashaba (2020)

Abstract; Background: The application of information and communication technology is becoming more popular in healthcare management evidencing improvement of effectiveness, access, quality, and efficiency of the ...
Determinants of Unintended Pregnancies Among Currently Married Women in Uganda

Ronald Wasswa • Allen Kabagenyi • Leonard Atuhaire (2020)

Abstract; Background: Unintended pregnancies are no longer bound to teenagers or school going children, married women in Uganda as well experience such pregnancies though little has been investigated on them. This ...
Perceptions of motivation and willingness to participate in randomized clinical trials in emergency obstetric and newborn care among survivors of severe obstetric complications

Daniel Kabonge Kaye • Gershom Chongwe • Nelson K. Sewankambo • Joseph Ali • Adnan A. Hyder • Nancy E Kass (2020)

Abstract; Background; ; Previous studies have shown that participants in emergency research may not understand the research and therefore may not make informed decisions to participate. Little is documented about ...
Rural urban differential in Transactional sex among unmarried (Not in Union) Young Women (15-24 years) in Uganda

Vincent Okotel • Robert Wamala • Martin Kayitale Mbonye (2020)

Abstract; Background: Transactional sex, a causal exchange of gifts, money and services for sex is practiced globally. Transactional sex is associated with risky sexual behaviors, unintended pregnancy, gender based ...
Use of the Creating Opportunities for Parent Empowerment Program to Decrease Mental Health Problems in Ugandan Children Surviving Severe Malaria: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Paul Bangirana • Annet Birabwa • Mary Nyakato • Ann J. Nakitende • Maria Kroupina • Noeline Nakasujja • Seggane Musisi • Chandy C. John • Richard Idro (2020)

Abstract; Background: Severe malaria is associated with long-term mental health problems in Ugandan children. This study investigated the effect of a behavioral intervention for caregivers of children admitted with ...

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