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Incidence of male breast carcinoma in North Uganda A survey at Lacor Hospital, Gulu, during 2009–2016
(Advance online publication, 2021)BACKGROUND:Little information is available on male breast cancer (MBC) incidence from sub-Saharan Africa. OBJECTIVE:This is a retrospective study on MBC in rural North Uganda, based on the pathology records of a private, ... -
Incidental cholecystocolonic fistula in obstructive jaundice
(Wiley, 2021)Cholecystocolonic fistula is a rare condition often diagnosed intraoperatively, requiring an adequate set of knowledge and skills to allow safe intraoperative change of prior planned surgery and alleviate significant morbidity. -
Incomplete reversal of genotypic resistance of Plasmodium falciparum to chloroquine after a decade of change in malaria treatment policy in Uganda
(Reports in Parasitology, 2016)Background: The potential re-emergence of Plasmodium falciparum parasites sensitive to chloroquine provides an opportunity for the reintroduction of the drug in patient care. With the recent discovery and spread of artemisinin ... -
Increased expression of GLUT-4 and hexokinase in rat epitrochlearis muscles exposed to AICAR in vitro
(J. Appl. Physiol., 2000)Increased expression of GLUT-4 and hexokinase in rat epitrochlearis muscles exposed to AICAR in vitro. J. Appl. Physiol. 88: 1072–1075, 2000.—Exercise acutely stimulates muscle glucose transport and also brings about ... -
Induction of HIV-specific functional immune responses by a multiclade HIV-1 DNA vaccine candidate in healthy Ugandans
(Vaccine, 2007)A phase I randomized, double blind, placebo-controlled trial to assess the immunogenicity of a multiclade HIV-1 DNA plasmid vaccine was conducted in 31 HIV-1-negative Ugandans. Following immunization with DNA at 0, 1, ... -
Infection Prevention and Control at Lira University Hospital, Uganda: More Needs to Be Done
(Tropical Medicine and Infectious Disease, 2021)Globally, 5–15% of hospitalized patients acquire infections (often caused by antimicrobialresistant microbes) due to inadequate infection prevention and control (IPC) measures. We used the World Health Organization’s ... -
Influence of efavirenz pharmacokinetics and pharmacogenetics on neuropsychological disorders in Ugandan HIV-positive patients with or without tuberculosis: a prospective cohort study
(BMC Infectious Diseases, 2013)Background: HIV infection, anti-tuberculosis and efavirenz therapy are associated with neuropsychological effects. We evaluated the influence of rifampicin cotreatment, efavirenz pharmacokinetics and pharmacogenetics ... -
The influence of internship training experience on Kenyan and Ugandan doctors’ career intentions and decisions: a qualitative study
(Global Health Action, 2024)Background: Medical internship is a key period for doctors’ individual career planning and also a transition period for the broader labour market. Objectives: We aimed to understand the complex set of factors influencing ... -
The Influence of Social Factors on the Performance of Elected Leaders to the Council: A Case of Lira District Local Government Councilors
(International Journal of Public Policy and Administration, 2023)Purpose: The study assessed the influence of social factors on the performance of local government councilors in Lira District Council. Specifically, the study assessed the influence of selected social factors (gender, age ... -
Information and Communication Technology Adoption and the Growth of Small Medium Enterprises in Uganda: Empirical Evidence from Kampala City Council Authority
(2019)The study used cross sectional study design and data were collected from business owners operating within the divisions of Kampala Capital City Authority. The study found out that the level of ICT adoption in Kampala ... -
Integrated policy formulation processes in local governments: A case study in mid-western Uganda
(Journal of Governance and Accountability Studies, 2021)Purpose: This study set out to assess the level of policy formulation in Hoima district local government for effective service delivery in Uganda. Research methodology: A quantitative case study design was embraced, aiming ... -
Integration of HIV and cervical cancer screening perceptions of healthcare providers and policy makers in Uganda
(BMC Public Health, 2014)Background: HIV-positive women have an increased risk of developing cervical cancer (CC) compared to the HIV-negative women. Despite this, HIV and CC screening programs in many developing countries have remained disintegrated. ... -
Intellectual stimulation and employee performance: Reflections on mid-level healthcare workers in Lira district, Uganda
(International Journal of Thesis Projects and Dissertations (IJTPD), 2021)The study sought to determine the influence of intellectual stimulation on the performance of middle level healthcare workers in Lira District Local Government. The objectives of the study were; to determine the level ... -
Interest And Achievements In Natural Science Subjects Students In Secondary School In Western Uganda
(Researchjournali’s Journal of Education, 2020)Interest in natural science subjects remains an important issue because it is related to achievement and the intention to pursue studies or careers in science-related areas. This study envisioned to determine the correlation ... -
Intermittent increases in cytosolic Ca2 stimulate mitochondrial biogenesis in muscle cells
(Am J Physiol Endocrinol Metab 283, 2002)Intermittent increases in cytosolic Ca2 stimulate mitochondrial biogenesis in muscle cells. Am J Physiol Endocrinol Metab 283: E1040–E1045, 2002. First published July 24, 2002; 10.1152/ajpendo.00242.2002.—Muscle contractions ... -
Internal Control and Financial Accountability in Local Government: A Case of Lira City Council
(Lira University, 2022)Background: The study was conducted on internal control and financial accountability in Lira City Council. Specifically, the study explored the level of internal control in Lira Municipal Council, established the level ... -
Internal Control System and Financial Accountability in District Local Government of Lango Sub-Region: A case of Lira District Local Government
(Lira University, 2021)This study examined the effect of internal control system on financial accountability in district local governments of Lango Sub- Region focusing on Lira District Local Government as case study. Specifically, the study ... -
Internal Control System and Financial Management in Government Secondary Schools of Northern Uganda: A Case of Government Secondary Schools.
(Lira University, 2021)The purpose of this study was to demonstrate the effect of internal control system on financial management in government secondary schools of Northern Uganda using secondary schools in Lira City as a case study. The study ... -
Internal Control System and Financial Performance of Private Universities in Lira City, Northern Uganda
(Lira University., 2023)Background: The purpose of the study was to established the effect of internal control system on financial performance in private Universities in Lira City, taking All Saints University Lira (ASUL) and Uganda Martyrs ... -
Internal Control System and Financial Performance of Small and Medium Enterprises in Lira City
(Lira University, 2021)This study sought to examine the effect of internal control system on the financial performance of small and medium enterprise in Lira City. Much as Uganda is renowned internationally for its entrepreneurial flair and ...