African health sciences
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African health sciences · Dec 2020
Multicenter Study Observational StudyAntibiotic prescribing practices in three neonatology units in Kigali, Rwanda. - an observational study.
There is limited published data on antibiotic use in neonatal units in resource-poor settings. ⋯ The median antibiotic duration for neonates with normal lab results exceeded the recommended duration mandated by the national neonatal protocol. We recommend the development of antibiotic stewardship programs in neonatal units in Rwanda to prevent the adverse effects which may be caused by inappropriate or excessive use of antibiotics.
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African health sciences · Dec 2020
Bilateral paediatric cataract surgery - outcomes of 298 children from Kinshasa, the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
The leading cause of childhood blindness globally is paediatric cataract. Bilateral cataract surgery can help to improve visual performance and to diminish the burden of childhood blindness. ⋯ In spite of the post conflict challenges, elimination of cataract blindness in children remains a priority. Children present at a late age for surgery and long term follow-up is poor. There is need for program strengthening in these areas.
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African health sciences · Dec 2020
Comparative StudyCharacteristics and treatment outcomes of HIV infected elderly patients enrolled in Kisii Teaching and Referral Hospital, Kenya.
A better understanding of the baseline characteristics of elderly people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) is relevant because the world's HIV population is ageing. ⋯ Age, WHO AIDS staging, gender and residence are relevant parameters associated with viral load decline and CD4 count in elderly PLWHA. A noticeable VL suppression was attained confirming possible attainment of VL suppression among PLWHA under clinical care.
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African health sciences · Dec 2020
Randomized Controlled TrialThe effect of home care based on the Neuman systems model on symptomatic relief and quality of life in patients undergoing hemodialysis.
Chronic renal failure (CRF) is an important common health problem with high morbidity and mortality rate in the world and in Turkey. ⋯ The care provided based on the Neuman Systems Model reduced the symptoms of the patients having hemodialysis treatment and enhanced their quality of life. Care given using a model is important in improving the quality of life of hemodialysis patients.
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African health sciences · Dec 2020
Developmental outcomes of HIV-exposed infants in a low-income South African context.
Effective HIV transmission prevention strategies have led to a growing population of vulnerable HIV- and antiretroviral-exposed infants in sub-Saharan Africa, however uncertainty exists regarding their development. ⋯ Findings were reassuring and suggested that HE and HU participants had similar development. Developmental differences may, however, only emerge with age, therefore large-scale longitudinal research is recommended. It is suggested that the entire sample was vulnerable, highlighting the importance of developmental surveillance in low-income contexts, irrespective of HIV and antiretroviral exposure status.