Publications by Arlene Nishimwe

Publications by authors named "Arlene Nishimwe"

Cureus

December 2022

The study explores the perceptions and acceptance of the Anatomage Table, a digital anatomy teaching tool, among anatomy teachers in various African countries.
A total of 79 teachers participated, with responses collected and analyzed to measure their proficiency and attitudes towards this technology.
Results showed that while only a small percentage felt highly skilled with the tool, a significant majority agreed it was beneficial and thought it complemented traditional teaching methods like cadaver use.

Adv Med Educ Pract

June 2022

This article examines how African anatomists and anatomy educators view the Anatomage Table, a cutting-edge educational tool for teaching anatomy through digital dissection and simulation.
A qualitative study involved 79 anatomy teachers from 11 African countries, gathering insights through focus group discussions and in-depth interviews to explore their acceptance of educational technology.
Results indicate that while African anatomists appreciate the Anatomage Table as a valuable teaching aid, they believe it should serve as a complement to traditional cadaver dissection rather than a replacement.

Urology

April 2021

The study aimed to evaluate the characteristics of women with genitourinary (GU) fistula in Kigali, Rwanda, over five years, focusing on the impact of increased cesarean section rates.
Out of 2,091 women evaluated, 630 (30%) were diagnosed with GU fistula, with the majority being vesicovaginal, and a growing percentage involving the ureter, uterus, or cervix over the study period.
The findings indicate a significant rise in certain types of fistula, particularly after cesarean deliveries, suggesting a need for further investigation into the effects of increasing surgical interventions on women's health outcomes.

Food Waterborne Parasitol

June 2019

This text discusses a zoonotic parasite, particularly a type of flatworm, that is becoming increasingly important for health in North America, Europe, and Asia, causing severe illnesses like alveolar echinococcosis, especially in low-resource areas with limited medical access.
The review examines various diagnostic tests used in endemic regions to identify the parasite in humans, canids (like dogs), and environmental samples, highlighting 92 primary studies from 2008 to 2018 that utilized different testing techniques.
It emphasizes the need for international standards in diagnostics and improved collaboration in monitoring the parasite across different regions to better understand its impact and spread worldwide.

R I Med J (2013)

September 2019

* A surgical trip model involving providers from Women and Infants Hospital at Brown University is implemented at Kibagabaga Hospital in Rwanda, offering comprehensive care including pre-operative, surgical, and post-operative services for women suffering from fistulae.
* The program includes a tailored post-operative education curriculum in Kinyarwanda that covers essential care topics, aiming to restore women's dignity and promote sustainable surgical care in under-resourced areas, while also providing valuable experiences for trainees involved.

Ann Glob Health

January 2017

* Eleven women undergoing fistula repair at Kibagabaga Hospital participated in anonymous interviews focusing on their understanding of the condition and its social and emotional impacts.
* Common themes emerged about barriers to successful delivery, the socioeconomic and psychosocial effects of fistula, and personal understandings of their condition, suggesting narratives can help healthcare providers tailor better educational and preventive strategies.