• Should etomidate be the induction agent of choice in the emergency department? 

  Netshandama, Betty (University of Limpopo (Medunsa Campus), 2014)

  Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine whether etomidate should be the induction agent of choice for Rapid Sequence Intubation in the Emergency department due to its haemodynamic stability. Objective: To ...
• Comparison of the effect of co-administration of crystalloid versus colloid, with phenylephrine infusion for the prevention of hypotension from spinal anesthesia during elective caesarian section 

  Frans, L. J. (University of Limpopo (Medunsa Campus), 2014)

  Aim: To determine whether there is any difference when phenylephrine in-fusion is combined with either a crystalloid or a colloid in the prevention of symptomatic hypotension during spinal anaesthesia for caesarian ...
• The Causes of non-compliance to tuberculosis treatment in patients at Matlala District Hospital 

  Linzamo, Freddy Moba (University of Limpopo (Medunsa Campus), 2011)
• Diagnostic value of fluoro-deoxyglucose-position emission tomography/computed tomography scan in patients with acral lentiginous melanoma 

  Nkosi, J. N. (University of Limpopo (Medunsa Campus), 2012)
• Monitoring of the Road to Health Chart by nurses in the public service at primary health care level in the community of Makhado, Limpopo Province South Africa 

  Kitenge, Tshibwila Gabin (University of Limpopo (Medunsa Campus), 2011)
• Childhood immunization in Mmakaunyane village in the North West Province of South Africa 

  Sehume, Kgomotso Lovey (University of Limpopo (Medunsa Campus), 2011)

  ABSTRACT BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: Immunization is one of the most cost effective preventative health care interventions that is available to communities; it has greatly reduced the burden of infectious diseases ...
• The Association between iron deficiency anaemia and academic performance of children focusing on grade II pupils in the Winterveldt region, Tshwane North, South Africa 

  Hlatshwayo, Bongiwe P. S. (University of Limpopo (Medunsa Campus), 2011)

  ABSTRACT BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Iron deficiency anaemia (IDA) is the most common nutritional disorder in the developing world. A large number of children under the age of 5 years do not reach their developmental ...
• An Audit of preoperative evaluation of general surgery patients at Dr George Mukhari Hospital (DGMH), Ga-Rankuwa 

  Mokgwathi, Gaorutwe Thomas (University of Limpopo (Medunsa Campus), 2010)

  ABSTRACT INTRODUCTION: Preoperative evaluation of a patient is the fundamental component of anaesthetic practice. Poor documentation and record keeping on the preoperative evaluation (PEF) form is a big obstacle ...
• Ibuprofen, paracetamol and tilidine; their role in post tonsillectomy pain at Dr George Mukhari Hospital 

  Makhafula, Lebone D. (University of Limpopo ( Medunsa Campus), 2011)

  Background: Tonsillectomy is one of the commonest operations performed by ENT surgeons. Pain, haemorrhage, delayed feeding and resumption of normal activities are common morbidities. Different groups of analgesics are used ...
• Factors associated with pulmonary tuberculosis treatment outcomes at Potchefstroom Prison in North West Province, South Africa 

  Mnisi, Joseph Thabo (University of Limpopo (Medunsa Campus), 2010)

  BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE Tuberculosis remains an important curable disease particularly in the developing world. One third of the world's population is infected with T8 and new infections are occurring at a rate of ...
• The Profile of patients diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus at Vanga Hospital, Dr Congo 

  Pepe, Banza Kalenga (University of Limpopo (Medunsa Campus), 2010)

  Background In the Vanga Health Zone, diabetic patients have idea that diabetes is due to witchcraft, which idea can interfere with the prevention and management of their disease. The purpose of this study ...
• Prevalence and characteristics of adolescent HIV/AIDS cases seen at the wellness clinic of Bernice Samuel Hospital in Delmas, Mpumalanga (2009) 

  Oladejo, Olatayo Wasiu (University of Limpopo (Medunsa Campus), 2010)

  Background. The study was aimed at showing the prevalence, clinical and demographic characteristics of HIV positive adolescents attending the Wellness clinic of the Bernice Samuel Hospital in Delmas. Design. The study ...
• Reasons patients leave their provided health care service to attend Karen Park Clinic, north of Pretoria 

  Masango-Makgobela, Agnes Tola (University of Limpopo (Medunsa Campus), 2010)

  Background: Many patients move from one healthcare provider to another, disturbing the continuity of holistic patient care. Objectives: The aim of this study is; to investigate the reasons why patients leave their ...
• Knowledge, attitudes and practices of Goma University students about condom use in the purpose of reducing HIV infection 

  Maurice, Masoda Nyamalyongo (University of Limpopo (Medunsa Campus), 2010)

  Objectives This study sought to detennine the knowledge, attitude and practices of Goma University students about condom use for the purpose of reducing HIV infection. Design A descriptive cross-sectional ...
• Knowledge, attitudes and practices regarding lifestyle modifications among type 2 diabetic patients attending Mamelodi Hospital, Pretoria, South Africa 

  Ikombele, Botomwito (University of Limpopo (Medunsa Campus), 2011)

  Introduction The burden of type 2 diabetes mellitus continues to rise and constitutes a real threat especially in the developing world. As for most non-communicable diseases, change of behavior and adoption ...
• Knowledge, attitudes and practices of contraception among high school students in Tswaing sub-district, North-West Province. 

  Onyensoh, O. O. C. (University of Limpopo (Medunsa Campus), 2011)

  Aim and objectives Challenged by the high incidence of teenage pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections observed among high school students who were attending antenatal care at the clinics in Tswaing ...
• Maternal and foetal outcomes of deliveries attended to at Emkhuzweni Health Centre in Swaziland 

  Woreta, Fikadu (University of Limpopo (Medunsa Campus), 2010)

  Abstract AIM The aim of the study was to measure the maternal and foetal outcomes of the deliveries attended to at Emkhuzweni Health Centre, Swaziland. Objectives The objectives of the study were: .:. To determine ...
• Screening for depression among adult patients on antiretroviral therapy for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) attending primary health care facilities in the Rustenburg District 

  Bongongo, Tombo (University of Limpopo (Medunsa Campus), 2010)

  Depression commonly Occurs in chronic diseases such as HIV-AIDS and "Depression makes chronic disease worse: WHO", depression is expected to become the second-leading cause of disease burden by the year 2020, after heart ...
• Acute poisoning in three African countries: Botswana, South Africa and Uganda 

  Malangu, Ntambwe (University of Limpopo (Medunsa Campus), 2011)

  Acute poisoning constitutes one of the main reasons why patients visit emergency departments of hospitals. However, the burden and pattern of acute poisoning in African countries are not well established, hence the need ...
• The Occurence of multiple myeloma at Dr George Mukhari Hospital, Gauteng: a retrospective review (2004-2009) 

  Rankapole, Ruth Khutso (University of Limpopo (Medunsa Campus), 2013)

  BACKGROUND: Multiple myeloma (MM) is a rare age-related disorder with increasing incidence with advancing age. It is a B-cell malignancy characterised by monoclonal expression and accumulation of abnormal plasma cells ...

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