Browsing by Author "Francis, Kazibwe et.al"
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The diagnostic accuracy of routine clinical findings for detection of esophageal varices in rural sub-Saharan Africa where schistosomiasis is endemic
Francis, Kazibwe et.al (African Health Sciences, 2019)Background: Variceal upper gastrointestinal bleeding (UGIB) is common in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). However, poor access to endoscopy services precludes the diagnosis of varices. Objectives: We determined the diagnostic ... -
Epidemiology and control of intestinal schistosomiasis on the Sesse Islands, Uganda
Francis, Kazibwe et.al (BioMed Central Ltd, 2010)Background: Intestinal schistosomiasis is often widespread among the populations living around Lake Victoria and on its islands. The Sesse Island group (containing some 84 islands), however, is typically assumed to be a ... -
Hepatic schistosomiasis, upper gastrointestinal bleeding, and health related quality of life measurements from the Albert Nile Basin
Francis, Kazibwe et.al (Springer Open, 2021)Health related quality of life measurements are vital elements of public health surveillance that uncover unmet health needs and predict the success of health interventions. We described health related quality of life ... -
Microgeographical and tribal variations in water contact and Schistosoma mansoni exposure within a Ugandan fishing community
Francis, Kazibwe et.al (Blackwell Publishing Ltd, 2007)objective To explore patterns of water contact and Schistosoma mansoni exposure by age, sex, tribe and space within a single village. methods For 10 months, we systematically observed water contacts made by the 800 ...