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The Potential Role of Mother-in-Law in Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission of HIV: A Mixed Methods Study from the Kilimanjaro Region, Northern Tanzania. [PDF]

, 2011
In the Kilimanjaro region the mother-in-law has traditionally had an important role in matters related to reproduction and childcare. The aim of this study was to explore the role of the mothers-in-law in prevention of mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT)
Falnes, Eli Fjeld, Moland, Karen Marie, Tylleskär, Thorkild, de Paoli, Marina Manuela, Leshabari, Sebalda Charles, Engebretsen, Ingunn M S   +5 more
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Experience With Surgical Correction of Retrocaval Ureter: A Report of Two Cases From Northern Tanzania

Clinical Case Reports, Volume 14, Issue 3, March 2026.
Two adults with flank pain were diagnosed with a retrocaval ureter on CT showing a characteristic fishhook deformity and hydroureteronephrosis. Open pyeloureterostomy with anterior ureteral transposition resulted in an uneventful recovery and preserved renal function.
Donald Dominick Lema, Bartholomeo Nicholaus Ngowi, Frank Bright, Zerra Israel Cheyo, Phinihas Jackson Mwijumbe, Fredrick Anselim Kimaro, Musa Raymond Majura, Orgeness Jasper Mbwambo   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Is it myocardial infarction? A case report of C7 cervical radiculopathy with cervical angina

SAGE Open Medical Case Reports
Cervical radiculopathy refers to the mechanical compression or inflammation of any of the cervical roots which lead to their dysfunction. Male sex, uncontrolled diabetes mellitus, manual labor-related occupation or activities are among the possible ...
Harold L Mashauri, Frank J Makunga, Elisha C Luhwago, Eliasa Ndale, Kajiru G Kilonzo   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Spectrum and antibiogram of bacteria isolated from patients presenting with infected wounds in a Tertiary Hospital, northern Tanzania

BMC Research Notes, 2017
Objective This study aimed to determine the spectrum and antibiogram of the isolated bacteria from patients presenting with infected wounds at Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre in northern Tanzania.
Nancy A. Kassam, Damian J. Damian, Debora Kajeguka, Balthazar Nyombi, Gibson S. Kibiki   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Effectiveness of Community Based Safe Motherhood Promoters in Improving the Utilization of Obstetric care. The Case of Mtwara Rural District in Tanzania. [PDF]

, 2010
In Tanzania, maternal mortality ratio remains unacceptably high at 578/100,000 live births. Despite a high coverage of antenatal care (96%), only 44% of deliveries take place within the formal health services.
Declare Mushi, Rose Mpembeni, Albrecht Jahn, UNICEF, ICM/FIGO, UN, National Bureau of Statistics, SN Massawe, F Font, National Bureau of Statistics {Tanzania} & Macro International Inc. 1997, E Urassa, KM Moore, S Thaddeus, RS Ross, M Kowalewski, M Rosato, J Elder, A Kleinman, MotherCare Matters, E Murray, C Santarelli, WHO, SB Rifkin, T Lankester, B Nwakoby, JS Kiwanuka, United Nation., A Jahn, D Mushi, J Lennon, D Werner, Tanzania Ministry of Health, District Medical Officer, E Essien, U Lehmann, HB Kendah, BN Nwakoby, S Jessop, S Rowland, B Kunene, BC Mullany, District Medical Officer, G Walraven, M Thorogood   +43 more
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Giant liposarcoma of the thigh: A case report

SAGE Open Medical Case Reports
Liposarcoma is a tumor derived from primitive cells that undergo adipose differentiation. They comprise 10%–35% of all soft tissue sarcomas. We present a 46-year-old female patient with a 4-year history of a giant swelling on the lateral aspect of the ...
Jamil Suleiman, Alex Mremi, Joshua Tadayo, Jay Lodhia   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Dementia Prevalence Estimates in Sub-Saharan Africa: Comparison of two Diagnostic Criteria. [PDF]

, 2013
We have previously reported the prevalence of dementia in older adults living in the rural Hai district of Tanzania according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 4th edition (DSM-IV) criteria.
Chaote, Paul, Dewhurst, Felicity, Dotchin, Catherine, Gray, William K, Jusabani, Ahmed M, Kalaria, Raj, Kisoli, Aloyce, Longdon, Anna R, Paddick, Stella-Maria, Walker, Richard   +9 more
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Prevalence and Determinants of Hepatitis B Vaccination Coverage Among Medical Students in Tanzania: A Multicenter University‐Based Survey

Health Science Reports, Volume 9, Issue 3, March 2026.
ABSTRACT Background Sub‐Saharan Africa (SSA) is a region with a high burden of hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. Medical students face an elevated risk of HBV exposure due to occupational hazards, particularly during clinical placement rotations. Despite the proven efficacy of HBV vaccination in preventing HBV infection, vaccination uptake remains ...
Emmanuel M. Sindato, Selemani Mohamedi Mwalimu, Emmanuel James Nkuwi, Deogratius Bintabara   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Randomized comparison of the effectiveness of phytotherapy (Uriphytol) versus Tamsulosin in management of benign prostatic enlargement at Kilimanjaro Christian medical centre: a pilot study

African Journal of Urology
Background Phytotherapy is commonly used in Africa for various health conditions including lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) related to benign prostatic enlargement (BPE). However, high-level evidence supporting its effectiveness in BPE remains limited.
Zerra Israel Cheyo, Bartholomeo Nicholaus Ngowi, Frank B. Bright, Jasper Said Mbwambo, Sweetness Naftal Laizer, Orgeness J. Mbwambo   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

The Relevance, Delivery, and Effects of Health Management, Leadership, and Governance Training on Managers' Practices and Organizational Results: A Protocol for an Effectiveness–Implementation Hybrid Type 2 Study

Health Science Reports, Volume 9, Issue 3, March 2026.
ABSTRACT Background and Aim Health management, leadership, and governance (HMLG) are considered essential for achieving universal health coverage (UHC), and various efforts have been made to strengthen the management, leadership, and governance capacities of health managers in lower‐income countries through training.
Mwandu Kini Jiyenze, James Tumaini Kengia, Pius Kagoma, Ally Kanyaga, Perpetua Mwambingu, Hussein Kiranga, Scholastica Lucas, Beatus Chikoti, Albino Kalolo   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source