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Antimicrobial resistance among helicobacter bacteria isolates from patients attending the gastroenterology unit at Nsambya hospital Kampala, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-09)Background: It is confirmed that 95% of duodenal and 80% of gastric ulcers are due to Helicobacter infections. Helicobacter diagnosis is mainly by urea breath test, blood antibody test, stool antigen test, gastric biopsy ... -
Cytokine profiles of HIV-associated COPD in a Ugandan Cohort
(Makerere University, 2024-11-18)Introduction:COPD is a chronic lung condition characterized by irreversible airflow obstruction and encompasses chronic bronchiolitis and emphysema. Cigarette smoking is the predisposing factor in over 50% of cases but ... -
Development of an antigen agglutination test for rapid screening of COVID-19 in low laboratory capacity and field settings
(MAKERERE UNIVERSITY, 2024-11-29)The transition of COVID-19 from a pandemic to a general disease has highlighted the need for affordable and accessible diagnostic tests to control the spread of SARS-CoV-2. While PCR tests have been the gold standard for ... -
Evaluation of hypoglycemic activity, phytochemical composition and acute toxicity of Opuntia humifusa Raf. cladode extracts in Wistar albino rats
(Makerere University, 2024-10-29)Background Local communities in Central Uganda are using the cladodes of Opuntia humifusa in the treatment of diabetes mellitus with the claim that the plant is effective. However, efficacy and safety of the plant is not ... -
Periodontal disease in patients with diabetes mellitus attending Kiruddu National referral Hospital: Prevalence, risk factors, association with glycemic control and insulin resistance
(Makerere University, 2024-12-23)Background: Diabetes mellitus and periodontal disease establish a relationship where one if poorly managed complicates the management of the other. This study set out to describe the association between periodontal diseases ... -
T cell immune memory and protective correlates in Ugandans with mild Covid-19 disease.
(Makerere University, 2024-10-22)Background: This study explores T cell immune memory and protective correlates in Ugandans with mild COVID-19 disease, focusing on those with low immunoglobulin G (IgG) antibody levels. Understanding the mechanisms that ...