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Identifying challenges faced by undergraduate radiography students of Makerere University during their clinical rotations at Mulago National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2022-09)Background: The education of radiography in Africa has lagged behind the rest of the world, despite nearly starting at around the same time. In Radiography, clinical rotations are of paramount importance in the acquisition ... -
Knowledge and attitude among female undergraduates towards utilization of mammography in early detection of breast cancer at Makerere university, Kampala.
(Makerere University, 2023-10)Background: Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women. Even though early detection and diagnosis of this disease can reduce mortality considerably, several studies have shown that more than 92% of women are unaware ... -
Knowledge and attitudes of midwives and nurses towards sonography in pregnancy at Kawempe national referral hospital, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-10)Ultrasound use has become a part of routine obstetric care in Uganda today. In its 2016 antenatal care (ANC) recommendations for pregnant women, the World Health Organization (WHO) recommends one ultrasound (US) scan before ... -
Knowledge and practice of professionalism and ethics among Radiography Students during clinical practice at Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2021-09)Background. Radiography practice integrates scientific knowledge and technical skills which has to be complemented by regular exercise of sound professional and ethical judgment in order to ensure quality patient care and ... -
Knowledge and practices of pregnant women towards sonography in Awach health centre 1v ,Gulu district.
(Makerere university, 2023-06-19)Introduction: Ultrasound is noninvasive imaging modality used to image fetus in utero, in Uganda, it's recommended that all mothers should have an ultrasound scan done in the second and third trimester (Uganda clinical ... -
Knowledge and practices of radiation protection among radiographers in mulago national referral hospital
(Makerere University, 2020-04-16)Introduction. Medical radiation workers are potentially at a risk of unwanted ionizing radiation exposures. The use of radiation protection equipments, distance, and barriers to reduce the risk of exposure to ionizing ... -
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 and practices on radiation protection among radiographers in selected government hospitals in Kampala
(Makerere University, 2023-06)To assessed the radiation protection knowledge and practices among radiographers in selected government hospitals in Kampala A cross-sectional study was carried out among practicing radiographers in all government hospitals ... -
Knowledge and practices towards screening of cervical cancer among female students at Makerere University College of Health Sciences between the age of 18-45 years, Kampala, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023)Title: Knowledge and practices towards cervical cancer screening among the female students, at Makerere University College of Health sciences. Background: Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer among women worldwide ... -
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 ... -
Knowledge of MRI safety among radiography students at Makerere University College of Health Sciences
(Makerere University, 2023-06)Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a developing imaging modality in Uganda with about 10 MRI scanners in the country with more expected according to the country’s development plan for the next 5 years. Makerere University ... -
Knowledge on radiation dose and associated risks among Final Year Medical Students at Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2021-12)Introduction: Diagnostic radiological investigations are rapidly increasing worldwide and hence the need for justification of such procedures by the respective medical referrers. To achieve this, health professionals must ... -
Knowledge, attitudes and challenges of health professionals towards pain management among cancer patients at Uganda cancer institute
(Makerere University, 2023-06)Introduction The study was conducted to assess Knowledge, attitudes and practices of health professionals towards pain management among patients at Uganda cancer institute Objectives of the study The main objectives of ... -
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, 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 of pregnant women towards obstetric ultrasound at Mulago Hospital
(Makerere University, 2020-11-20)Introduction: Prenatal sonography is very important for quality patient management and effective service delivery in diagnostic radiology during the antenatal period (ANP). Obstetric ultrasonography in antenatal care (ANC) ... -
Management of communication difficulties in children aged (3-5) with cerebral palsy at Mulago Peadiatric Neuro Clinic
(Makerere University, 2021-01)Communication difficulties are common in Cerebral Palsy and are frequently associated with motor, intellectual and sensory impairments. It was estimated that half the population of children with CP have one or more impairments ... -
Methods, challenges and staffing requirements for medical record management in the radiology department of Mulago National Referral Hospital (Uganda).
(Makerere University, 2020-05)Medical records are a vital asset in ensuring that hospitals are run effectively and efficiently. They support clinical decision-making, provide evidence of policies and support the hospitals in cases of litigation. This ... -
Patients’ knowledge, perception and practices of the radiological services provided by radiographers at Kawempe Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2021-10)Introduction. There has been an increase in the global application of medical imaging in the diagnosis, monitoring and treating medical conditions. Since the advent of medical imaging, several measures have been taken to ... -
Pre-clinical validation and formulation of capsules of abelmoschus esculentus seed extract for weight loss.
(Makerere, 2020-11-30)ABSTRACT Back ground; Abelmoschus esculentus (Okra) is a vegetable that is consumed worldwide and has been studied and found to be rich in phytochemicals like flavonoids, polyphenols etc. Various studies about the plant ...