Publications by authors named "M Kaddu Mukasa"

Background: The goal of intestinal rehabilitation in children is to wean from parenteral nutrition (PN). The aim of this study was to identify factors associated with accelerated weaning and to evaluate long-term outcomes of children receiving long-term PN.

Methods: This was a retrospective study of children managed by the Intestinal Rehabilitation Center at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.

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  • * Among 5,064 polyps from 2,530 patients, only 0.24% were diagnosed with CRC, and none of the patients died from it.
  • * Key risk factors included an eGFR (estimated glomerular filtration rate) below 60 mL/min/1.73 m² and creatinine levels above 1.0 mg/dL, suggesting more thorough examinations for patients with chronic kidney disease.
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Background: Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD) present growing global health challenges, especially in aging populations, such as Uganda. In Uganda, familial caregiving, predominantly undertaken by female relatives, is the primary form of support provided to patients with ADRD. Cultural stigma around dementia and limited access to support services amplify caregivers' challenges.

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Background: Despite the limited evidence, desludging operators remain at a heightened risk of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs). This study established the prevalence and predictors of WMSDs among desludging operators in Uganda.

Methods: A digitalized structured questionnaire was used to collect cross-sectional data on musculoskeletal disorders and routine workplace activities from 303 desludging operators in 11 cities in Uganda.

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