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A Histological Autopsy Study of the Thyroid in HIV Infected adults at the University Teaching Hospital in Lusaka, Zambia in the period 2010 - 2012
(University of Zambia, 2016)The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped endocrine organ located below and anterior to the larynx, at the base of the neck. It consists of two bulky lateral lobes connected by a thin isthmus. The thyroid gland produces, ... -
Histopathologic and Demographic patterns of surgically treated thyroid disease at University Teaching Hospital(UTH), Lusaka
(2014-02-14)Background: Thyroid gland disease isa common disorder of the endocrine system worldwide.This disease varies according to the environment. The aim of this study is to determine histopathologic patterns of thyroid disease ... -
HIV : antibody among tuberculous patients in Zambia
(2012-07-25)Sera from 72 tuberculosis patients obtained from U.T.H. (Urban - 40 patients) and Katete (Rural - 32 patients) and 144 controls matched for age and sex were analysed for anti-bodies to HIV. The testing was by a specific ... -
HIV and AIDS Risk awareness and sexual behavior among young women (15-24 years)in Mufulira urban
(2013-01-18)The aim of the study was to determine HIV and AIDS risk awareness and sexual behavior among young women aged 15-24 years and factors that influence risky sexual behavior in Mufulira urban. The theoretical framework for ... -
HIV incidence during pregnancy in selected Rural and Urban Health facilities in Zambia
(2015-02-17)Despite high coverage of PMTCT services and the prevention strategies offered at ANC, new HIV infections in pregnant women are still occurring. The aim of this study was to measure the incidence of HIV during pregnancy and ... -
HIV infection as an occupational health problem among minibus and taxi drivers in Lusaka urban : prevalence and risk factors associated with HIV infection
(2012-08-15)This is a descriptive cross-sectional study designed to investigate HIV prevalence and risk factors associated with HIV infection among minibus and taxi drivers (MBTDs) in Lusaka urban. The study was conducted at three ... -
HIV-1 seroprevalence among paediatric admissions at the University Teaching Hospital (UTH) - Lusaka
(2012-07-25)The seroprevalence of human immunodeficiency virus type l(HIV-l) among paediatric admissions were studied at the University Teaching Hospital (UTH) Lusaka, Zambia during the period from 22nd November to 15th December, ... -
HIV/AIDS Workplace Policy Implementation in Selected Private Sector Workplaces in Lusaka District: Implementer's Perspective
(University of Zambia, 2016)Introduction: Adult HIV prevalence in Zambia has declined from 16 % (2001-2002) to 13% (2013-2014) but still remains high. The UNAIDS call on eradicating HIV/AIDS by 2030 challenges strengthening multi–sectral response to ... -
HIV/AIDS Workplace Policy Implementation in Selected Private Sector Workplaces in Lusaka District: Implementer's Perspective
(University of Zambia, 2016)Introduction: Adult HIV prevalence in Zambia has declined from 16 % (2001-2002) to 13% (2013-2014) but still remains high. The UNAIDS call on eradicating HIV/AIDS by 2030 challenges strengthening multi–sectral response to ... -
HIV/Malaria co-infection: Effect of HIV infection on antimalarial treatment outcomes in children in Zambia
(2012-06-26)Children co-infected with HIV-1 and malaria are more likely to suffer from malaria and may respond poorly to anti-malarial treatment due to immunosuppression resulting from HIV infection. This study provides results of ... -
Home Care for People with AIDS in Lusaka
(2012-08-03)HIV/AIDS ia a major problem in urban Lusaka, with many patients now nursed at home in the terminal stages of this illness, (MOH 1992). This is a cross-sectional, descriptive study to assess the symptom management practices, ... -
Household ITN accessibility and availability in Katondo and Makululu Townships of Kabwe
(2013-12-02)Background: Prior to the study, it was not possible to ascertain whether the ITN program in Kabwe that aimed to distribute ITNs to families with children younger than five was done according to the set targets. There were ... -
Human Papilloma Virus in conjuctival Squamous Cell Carcinoma at the University Teaching Hospital and Lusaka Adventist Eye Hospital Zambia
(2015-02-23)Background Human papilloma virus (HPV) has been associated to conjunctival squamous cell carcinoma (CSCC) and has been documented in studies originating from different parts of the world. In Zambia, eye cancers are on the ... -
Human Papillomavirus and cervical Cancer Prevention: Knowledge and attitudes among Women in Lusaka Urban
(2012-07-25)Globally, there are 450,000 new cases and 234,000 deaths annually due to invasive cervical cancer (ICC). Eighty percent of these cases and deaths occur in the developing world.Sub-Saharan Africa bears a disproportionate ... -
Husbands' and Wives' Perspectives on provision of support during pregnancy and labour in Mufulira District
(2013-02-03)Since the Movement for Multi-Party Democracy came into power in Zambia, women's health concerns have been discussed in many fora and they are yet to evolve into key policy issues. One of the issues in vogue relates to ... -
Hydroxyurea therapy outcomes in sickle cell children with history of stroke at the University Teaching Hospital Zambia
(2015-02-23)Background :Sickle cell disease (SCD) is the most common debilitating genetic disorder among people of African descent. The most devastating neurologic manifestation of SCD is stroke. Therapeutic studies of hydroxyurea ... -
Hypertension and Neurocognitive impairment as measured by the Zambia Neurobehavioural test battery--A pilot study
(2011-11-04)Hypertension has been reported as one of the most important etiologic factors in cardiovascular disease. Hypertension has serious social, physical and health consequences.The physical consequences of hypertension have been ... -
Hypophosphatemia in refeeding syndrome as a cause of early mortality in patients initiating antriretroviral therapy in Zambia
(2012-07-18)Despite the numerous benefits seen with the introduction of antiretroviral therapy among people living with HIV/AIDS in low-income countries, there has been a surprisingly high mortality rate, especially in the first 90days ... -
Identification and Clinical Correlation of Non-Tuberculous Mycobacteria isolates from Pulmonary tuberculosis suspects with HIV Co-infection at UTH,Lusaka,Zambia
(University of Zambia, 2016)Non-tuberculosis Mycobacteria (NTM) are increasingly recognized as human pathogens especially with the emergence of Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS). Similarity of clinical symptoms with TB, coupled with limited ...