Critical Assessment of Transfusional Practices in the Obstetrics and Gynecology Department At the University Hospital of Kinshasa.

Introduction: Gynecology and obstetrics are among the specialties where blood transfusion is most practiced. This situation requires the use of good transfusion practices. The objective of this study was to assess the quality of transfusion practice in the Gynecology and Obstetrics Department of the University Hospital of Kinshasa (UHK).

[Time series: pathologic determinants of cytobiochemical urinalysis and urinary infections at the University Clinics in Kinshasa].

Introduction: cytobiochemical analysis of urine samples is the most requested complementary laboratory tool along with blood count. It has high predictive value in patients with urinary tract infections when it is properly done and scrupulously interpreted. The purpose of this study was to assess the rate, progression, determinants and cytobiochemical comorbidities of urinary tract infections.