The RMJ has been published since 1967
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Since 2010 the RMJ has been available open-access journal; free to submit, no publication fees and free to download.
Issues are published four times annually
All issues are downloadable from the Bioline website
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2019: 76-1
Research Article
Description and early clinical outcome of patients with omphalocele admitted to a tertiary hospital in Kigali, Rwanda over a three-year period – a cross-sectional study
Tsemo, S.; Ndibanje, A.J.; McCall, N.
Behavior modifying myths practices and effect on health seeking behavior among pregnant Yoruba women, south western Nigeria – a cross-sectional study.
Aworinde, O. O; Olufemi-Aworinde, K. J.; Awotunde, O. T.; Adeniji, A. O.
Review Article
Non-dialytic and dialytic management of acute kidney injury
Nsengiyumva, V.; Igiraneza, G.; Lameire, N.
Case Report
Proximal femoral focal deficiency associated with fibular hemimelia: an uncommon experience, case report and review of literature
Kubwimana, O.; Gashegu, J.; Uwineza, A.
Kikuchi-fujimoto disease in Rwanda: A rare disease with a common presentation.
Mucyo, W.; Musoni, E.; Niyigena, O.; Kailani, L.; Sebatunzi, O.; Manirakiza, F.
2018: 75-4
Research Article
Transition readiness assessment for young adults living with HIV followed at university teaching hospital of Kigali.
Mushimiyimana, F.; Asiimwe, B. Kateera; Tuyisenge, L.; Rogo, T.
Reviews
Knowledge transfer for forensic science development - a cooperation between the Hamburg Institute of Legal Medicine and the University of Rwanda (UR), Rwanda National Police (RNP) and the National Commission for the fight against Genocide (CNLG)
Mushumba, H.; Franke, B.; Rulisa, S.; Gasanabo, JD.; Mutesa, L.; Püschel, K.
What is the key medical information required to care for a transferred neonate appropriately? – A best evidence topic (BET)
Mwizerwa, O.; Umuhoza, C.; Corden, M. H.; Cartledge, P.
Critical appraisals and cultural acceptance of the dead donor rule: A revisit of the contemporary transplantation era
Byiringiro, F.; Muneza, S.; Page, C.; Ramirez, A. G.; Mushumba, H.; Pueschel, K.; Banguti, P.; Abahuje, E.
Conference Presentation
4TH AFRICAN CONFERENCE ON EMERGENCY MEDICINE 2018 - AFCEM 2018
AfCEM 2018
2018: 75-3
Research Article
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) use in Rwanda compared to the TRY-CPAP algorithm - a retrospective descriptive study
Sibomana, E.; Ndayizeye, R.; Nyaziyose, I.; Conard, C.; Cartledge, P.
Prevalence of malocclusion in Rwandan people in a hospital-based study
Goyal, S
Review Article
Review: approach to the patient with presumed AKI
Nsengiyumva, V.; Igiraneza, G.; Lameire, N.
Case Report
Case reports: Two atypical cases of severe dengue fever
Devaraj, N. K.
Blackwater fever: Re-visiting this nearly forgotten complication of malaria
Niyomwungeri, Reverien; Nyenyeri, Lieve Darlene; Menelas, Nkeshimana; Kailani, Leway; Dusabejambo, Vincent
2018: 75-2
Research Article
Antibiotic Resistance in Children with Bacteremia Admitted in the Largest Tertiary Hospital in Rwanda
Ishimwe, E.; Rogo, T.
Review Article
Definition and epidemiology of acute kidney injury
Nsengiyumva, Venuste; Igiraneza, Grace; Lameire, Norbert
Case Report
Men as Victims of Domestic Violence
Devaraj, N. K.
Neonates at risk of early neonatal malaria in Kigali University Teaching Hospital (UTHK) from 2013 to 2016
Manishimwe, A.; Rutare, S.; Cartledge, P.
2018: 75-1
Editorial
Editorial: RMJ research series - writing up results
Hathaway, H.; Habineza, H.; Henry, M.; Byiringiro, F.; Batenhorst, S.; Cartledge, P.
Research Article
The prevalence of vitamin B12, folic acid and iron deficiency in healthy relatives of patients admitted at regional referral hospitals in Rwanda: A cross sectional study
Nkeshimana, M.; Ndayambaje, B.; Muvunyi, C. Mambo; Dusabejambo, V.; Masaisa, F.
Review Article
A Review on Technetium and Rhenium Based Radiopharmaceuticals for Diagnostic Imaging and Therapeutic Nuclear Medicine
Mukiza, J.; Byamukama, E.; Sezirahiga, J.; Ngbolua, K.N.; Ndebwanimana, V.
Case Report
Lung Infection Caused by Mycobacterium Fortuitum
Devaraj, Navin Kumar
2017: 74-4
Review Article
Profiling vitamin B12 defiiency as an under-recognized significant cause of chronic anemia in Rwanda: the need to re-visit and describe our disease ecology
Nkeshimana, M.; Mucyo, W.; Uwimana, G.; Nkundimana, V.; Igiraneza, G.; Uwera, J.
Case Report
Cardio-respiratory complications in patients receiving Chloramphenicol in Rwanda: A case series
Sibomana, J. P.; Musabeyezu, E.; Donald, S.
Malaria in Neonates: Case series
Bukeyeneza, Jocelyne; Esmaili, Emily; Kanyamuhunga, Aimable; Rogo, Tanya
RMJ research series: How to write-up research methodology
Hathaway, Hugh; Urubuto, Fedine; Henry, Michael; Byiringiro, Fidele; Cartledge, Peter
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
Willson, Alice
2017: 74-3
Case Report
Aortic dissection in sub Saharan Africa: Diffilty of management in country without cardiac surgery. Clinical case in Congo-Brazzaville
Kouala Landa, C. M.; Ellenga Mbolla, B. F.; Mongo-Ngamami, S. F.; Makani Bassakouahou, J.; Bakekolo, R. P.; Ikama, M. S.; Kimbally-Kaky, S. G.
Subglottic Stenosis following prolonged endotracheal intubation in the Intensive Care Unit: Two Case Studies and a review of the literature
Tobi, K. U.; Agbedia, S. O.; Okhakhu, A. L.; Ediale, J.
Pantoea Species-Induced Peritonitis: A Post-Mortem Case-report from Rwanda
Nyamwasa, D.; Mushumba, H.; Sinayobye, F.; Byukusenge, J.; Mutesa, L.; Püschel, K.
Study
“Respectful Maternity Care” or “Disrespect and Abuse during Maternity Care”; Experience of Pregnant Women in Ogbomoso, South West Nigeria
Ogunlaja, A. O.; Fehintola, O. A.; Ogunlaja, I. P.; Popoola, G.; Idowu, A.; Awotunde, O. T.; Durodola, M.; Fehintola, O. F.
Clinical profie of skull fractures at The University Teaching Hospital of Kigali (CHUK)
Shingiro, E.; Muneza, S.; Hakizimana, D.; Dushimimana, E.
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
Mwizerwa, O.; Page, C.
2017: 74-2
Research Article
FACILITATING HEALTH PROFESSIONAL SCHOLARSHIP THROUGH A WORKSHOP SERIES AT THE UNIVERSITY OF RWANDA
Ewing, H.; Pyburn, R.; Asingizwe, D.; Asiimwe-Kateera, BA; Njunwa, K.; Kim, MJ.
IMPROVEMENT OF MEDICAL EDUCATION THROUGH THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A MEDICAL CHIEF RESIDENT POSITION IN RWANDA
Kabakambira, Jean Damascene; Mugeni, Regine; Ho, Janet; Sofair, Andre N.; Walker, Tim
Special Article
RMJ RESEARCH SERIES: LITERATURE SEARCHING
Page, Cameron; Nsanzabaganwa, Christian; Walker, Tim; Cartledge, Peter
Study
HUMAN RESOURCES FOR HEALTH (HRH) MIDWIVES MENTORING PROGRAM AND EPISIOTOMY RATES AT MUHIMA HOSPITAL, RWANDA: A RETROSPECTIVE CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY
Ndayambaje, A.; Anderson, R.; Yoder, CM.; Ewing, H.; Thomson, DR.
Letter to the Editor
Reponse to "Sociodemographic parameters of parents and sexual characteristics among male teenagers in Ogbomoso South West Nigeria”
Cartledge, P.; Dushimire, J.
INTRACRANIAL ANEURYSMS CLIPPING IN RWANDA, CAN IT BE DONE? WHAT ARE THE CHALLENGES?
Butonzi, J.; Friedman, JH.
2017: 74-1
Research Article
INTRACRANIAL ANEURYSMS CLIPPING IN RWANDA, CAN IT BE DONE? WHAT ARE THE CHALLENGES?
Nkusi, AE.; Muneza, S.; Hakizimana, D.; Nshuti, S.; Munyemana, P.
BURNS IN CHILDREN ADMITTED AT THE UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL OF KIGALI (CHUK), RWANDA: A DESCRIPTIVE STUDY
Mugemana, HP.; Rogo, T.
CAN FACEBOOK® BE USED TO ADMINISTER A DISTANCE-LEARNING MODULE OF EVIDENCE-BASED MEDICINE? AN OBSERVATIONAL STUDY
Cartledge, P.; Miller, M.; Phillips, R.
Letter to the Editor
Letter to Editor
Manirafasha, Appolinaire; Cattermole, Giles N; Pousson, Amelia Y
Letter to Editor
Walker, Tim
2016: 73-4
Research Article
Sociodemographic parameters of parents and sexual characteristics among male teenagers in Ogbomoso, South West Nigeria
Ogunlaja, O.A.; Idowu, A.; Fehintola, A.O.; Ogunlaja, I.P.; Popoola, O.G.; Abiola, O.O.; Fehintola, F.O.
Cervical cancer in Rwanda: Why do women consult in late stages?
Manirakiza, A.; Longombe, A.N.; Kyamanywa, P.; Rulisa, S.
Case Report
Fever of unknown origin in a family due to Salmonella typhi: A case report
Nyirimanzi, N.; Rogo, T.
Reversible megaloblastic hematopoeisis due to severe vitamin B12 deficiency in a well-lived man with 2 years history of transfusion-dependant anemia: - A silent Tragedy -
Nkeshimana, M.; Ndayambaje, B.; Masaisa, F.
Death Due to pneumonia in young adults : A post-mortem experience from the Department of legal medicine, Kacyiru hospital, Kigali-Rwanda
Mushumba, H.; Hakizimana, F.X.; Nyamwasa, D.; Schroeder, A.S.; Sperhake, J.; Heinemann, A.; Mutesa, L.; Pueschel, K.
2016: 73-3
Research Article
Efficient Replication but low titer growth of influenza virus in immortalised chick embryo fibroblasts cell line
Muvunyi, C.M.; Wilde, M.; Dennington,D.; Yates, C.
Mentorship role in the choice of surgery as a career among medical students in Rwanda
Manirakiza, A.; Hrdy, M.; Ginwalla, R.; Kamanzi,B.; Calland, J.F.
Case Report
Management of complicated parapneumonic effusion and empyema thoracis in children at the University Teaching Hospital of Kigali in Rwanda: A case study
Sibomana, I.; Byiringiro, F.
Trends and patterns of suspected infanticide cases autopsied at the Kacyiru hospital, Rwanda: A case report
Mushumba, H.; Hakizimana, F.X.; Murangira, T.B.; Nyamwasa, D.; Schroeder, A.S.; Sperhake, J.; Franke, B.; Heinemann, A.; Mutesa, L.; Pueschel, K.
Intramedullary spinal schistosomiasis presenting as progressive paraparesis: A case report
Kanyamuhunga, A.; Ruhangaza, D.; Rugwizangoga, B.; Nyirahabimana, D.
2016: 73-2
Research Article
Body weight lowering effect of Acacia Nilotia Subalata in Normal and type 2 Diabetic male rats
Niyodusenga, A.; Bukachi, F.; Kiama, T.N.
High incidence of bacteria resistant to WHO recommended empiric antibiotics for neonatal sepsis at a tertiary level neonatology unit in Rwanda
Rogo, T.; Habimana, R.; Chow, B.; McCulloh, R.
Abstract also available in French fr
Severe aplastic anemia: Management challenges at the University Teaching Hospital of Brazzaville
Galiba AtipoTsiba, F.O.; Kocko, I.; Okouango Ova Guelongo, J.D.; Ondzotto Ibatta, C.I.; Malanda, F.; Elira Dockekias, A.
Case Report
A 3-year experience of outcome and management of Fournier's gangrene in a western african Hospital: A case study
Diakité, M.L.; Byiringiro, F.; Sissoko, I.; Sangaré, D.; Dicko, N.; Berthé, H.J.G.; Samassékou, A.; Tembely, A.D.
Abstract also available in French fr
BILATERAL PERIPHERAL GANGRENE FOLLOWING MALARIA PARASITAEMIA AT THE UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL OF BUTARE
Kiswezi Kazigo, Ahmed
Severe Hyperkalemia presenting as bradycardia with features suspicious for an underlying myocardial infarction: a near-miss great mimicker
Nsengiyumva, V.; Nkeshimana, M.; Amendezo, E.; Kabahizi, J.
2016: 73-1
Research Article
PHYSICIAN BRAIN DRAIN IN SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA: THE CAREER PLANS OF RWANDA’S FUTURE DOCTORS
Rubagumya, F.; Hrdy, Michael; Uwase, MA.; Kamanzi, B.; Kyamanywa, P.; Petroze, R.; Calland, JF.
Abstract also available in French fr
EPIDEMIOLOGY OF PEDIATRIC SURGERY IN RWANDA: A ONE YEAR REVIEW
Abahuje, E.; Uyisabye, I.; Ssebuufu, R.
Abstract also available in French fr
FORENSIC ANTHROPOLOGICAL EXAMINATION AND DNA ANALYSIS IN THE IDENTIFICATION OF HUMAN REMAINS IN RWANDA
Mushumba, H.; Krebs, O.; Jopp-van Well, E.; Nzasabimana, D.; Augustin, C.; Sperhake, J.; Heinemann, A.; Blanke-Roeser, C.; Hakizimana, F. X.; Nyamwasa, D.; Mutesa, L.; Pueschel, K.
Case Report
VAGINAL LITHIASIS IN A 9 YEAR OLD YOUNG GIRL WITH FEMALE GENITAL MUTILATIONS: A CASE REPORT
Diakité, M. L.; Byiringiro, F.; Sissoko, I.; Ouattara, A. Z.; Sangaré, D.; Berthé, H. J. G.; Diakité, A. S.; Tembely, A. D.
INDOOR AIR POllUTION AS A RISK FACTOR FOR FATAL ANTHRACOSIS AND COPD IN SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA – THE CASE OF AN UNIDENTIFIED RWANDAN MALE ABOUT 50 YEARS
Blanke-Roeser, C.; Mushumba, H.; Sperhake, J.; Heinemann, A.; Kyamanywa, P.; Nyamwasa, D.; Hakizimana, F. X.; Mutesa, L.; Püschel, K.
2015: 72-4
Research Article
Profie and Economic Impact of Motorcycle Injuries Treated at a University Referral Hospital in Kigali, Rwanda
Allen Ingabire, J. C.; Petroze, R. T.; Calland, F.; Okiria, J. C.; Byiringiro, J. C.
OUTCOME AFTER SMALL INCISION CATARACT SURGERY (SICS) AND PHACOEMULSIFICATION AT KIGALI UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL
Semanyenzi, S. E.
OUTCOME AFTER SMALL INCISION CATARACT SURGERY (SICS) AND PHACOEMULSIFICATION AT KIGALI UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL
Semanyenzi, S. E.
ROTAVIRUS GASTROENTERITIS SURVEILLANCE AND PREVALENCE ASSESSMENT AMONG UNDER FIVE CHILDREN IN RWANDA
Uwimana, J.; Ndishimye, P.; Bizimana, E.; Byiringiro, J.; Mutesa, L.
ROTAVIRUS GASTROENTERITIS SURVEILLANCE AND PREVALENCE ASSESSMENT AMONG UNDER FIVE CHILDREN IN RWANDA
Uwimana, J.; Ndishimye, P.; Bizimana, E.; Byiringiro, J.; Mutesa, L.
Review Article
Analytical Retrospect of the First Successful Thoraco-laparoplasty For Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia In a 1-day Old Newborn In Rwanda: A case review
Byiringiro, F.; Mugisa, D.; Musiime, S.; Ndatinywa, A.; Kayibanda, E.; Ndakengerwa, A.; Mucumbitsi, J.
Case Report
The burden of stroke in young black population and the role of post mortem evaluation in increasing awareness and prevention
Mushumba, H.; Froeb, D.; Mucyo, W.; Hakizimana, F. X.; Nyamwasa, D.; Mutesa, L.; Sperhake, J.; Heinemann, A.; Pueschel, K.
Syndrome de Fraser : à propos d’un cas
ATIPO-TSIBA, P. W.
Abstract also available in English en
A Case Report of Intraluminal Tracheal Kaposi Sarcoma in Hiv-Infected Child
Kanyamuhunga, A.; Stefan, D. C.
2015: 72-3
Research Article
Prevalence and pattern of refractive errors in high schools of Nyarugenge district
Semanyenzi, S.E.; Karimurio, J.; Nzayirambaho, M.
Abstract also available in French fr
Le glaucome primitif à angle ouvert : Evaluation du niveau de connaissance du médecin généraliste à Brazzaville sur cette maladie
Atipo-Tsiba, PW.
Abstract also available in English en
CORRELATION BETWEEN UMBILICAL CORD LENGTH, BIRTH WEIGHT AND LENGTH OF SINGLETON DELIVERIES AT TERM IN A NIGERIAN POPULATION
Ogunlaja, OA.; Ogunlaja, IP.
Review Article
FUNCTIONAL DYSPEPSIA - AN UPDATED REVIEW
Pande, Rachna
Abstract also available in French fr
Case Report
GESTION DE LA GROSSESSE TRIPLE À L’HÔPITAL DE DISTRICT DE N’DJAMENA SUD : A PROPOS D’UN CAS
Gabkika, B.M.; Ignanone, T.; Domga, K.; Samba, S.O.
Abstract also available in English en
Usher’s syndrome and Von Recklinghausen’s neurofibromatosis association: Case Report
Atipo-Tsiba, P.W.; Itiere Odzili, F.A.
Symmetrical Peripheral gangrene in two children at the University Teaching Hospital of Butare (CHUB): a report of two cases
Urimubabo, J.C.; Byiringiro, F.; Ssebuufu, R.; Fawcett, V.
Abstract also available in French fr
2015: 72-2
Research Article
Maternal Mortality and Near Miss Morbidity at the University Teaching Hospital in Kigali, Rwanda
Jackson, J. R.; Rulisa, S. R.; Decesare, J. Z.; Williams, B. A.; Hill, W. C.
Prise en charge holistique des victimes de la violence conjugale : une étude rétrospective de 243 cas colligés à Isange One Stop Center, Hôpital de Police de Kacyiru, Kigali, Rwanda
Nyamwasa, D.; Ndejuru, R.; Schäfer, I.; Sinayobye, F.; Munyankindi, L.; Munyashongore, C.
Abstract also available in English en
LES HEMOPATHIES MALIGNES LYMPHOIDES A KINSHASA
Mufuta, J-P. N.; Gini, E. K.; Kayembe, N.; Kalemwa, M.; Kayembe, J. M.
Abstract also available in English en
SYNDROME D’ALICE AUX PAYS DES MERVEILLES DU AU CANNABIS : A PROPOS D’UN CAS
Atipo-Tsiba, P. W.; Itoua, C.; Itiere Odzili, F. A.; Diatewa, B.
Abstract also available in English en
Case Report
ATYPICAL CLINICAL APPEARANCE AND LOCATION OF AN ACRAL LENTIGINOUS MELANOMA IN A PREGNANT AFRICAN ALBINOS: A CASE REPORT
Atipo-Tsiba, P. W.; Itoua, C.; Bayonnees, K.
2015: 72-1
Research Article
Comparison of urine culture and urine dipstick nitrite test in diagnosis of Urinary Tract Infection
Rangaiahagari, A.; Nyirabanzi, J.; Uwizeyimana, J.P.; Ngoga, E.; Wane, J.
Abstract also available in French fr
Le Profil du patient glaucomateux au CHU de Brazzaville
ATIPO-TSIBA, P.W.
Abstract also available in English en
Surgical Care Delivery at University Teaching Hospital of Kigali: “A Patient Satisfaction Survey”
Ntirenganya, F.; Mirimo, E.N.; Mugenzi, D.S.; Nyundo, M.; Ntakiyiruta, G.
Abstract also available in French fr
Case Report
Syndrome de Bardet-Biedl: A propos d’un Cas
Atipo Tsiba, PW.; Itoua, C.
Abstract also available in English en
2014: 71-4
Research Article
CYTOLOGIE DES HEMOPATHIES MALIGNES DE TYPE MYELOIDE A KINSHASA
Mufuta, J.P.; Kayembe, N.Z.; Gini, E.K.; Mbayo, K.; Mbuyi, M.; Muwonga, J.
Abstract also available in English en
PLASMA CELL MORPHOLOGY IN MULTIPLE MYELOMA
Mufuta, J.P.; Gini, E.K.; Kayembe, N.Z.; Goasguen, J.E.
Abstract also available in French fr
Anti-trypanosomal Activity of Potential Inhibitors of Trypanosoma brucei Glycolytic Pathway Enzymes Selected by Docking Studies
Musanabaganwa, C.; Byiringiro, F.
Abstract also available in French fr
Case Report
Extension ethmoïdo-maxillaire d’un rétinoblastome congénital : à propos d’un cas
Atipo-Tsiba, P.W.
Abstract also available in English en
2014: 71-3
Research Article
The Behaviour of the low income genocide survivors in case of illnesses: « Case of Kaduha, Cyanika and Mushubi Sectors of Nyamagabe District »
Nzeyimana, D.; Nzayirambaho, M.; Ntakirutimana, J.
Abstract also available in French fr
DESCRIPTIVE CASES STUDY OF CARE, SURVEILLANCE AND PREVENTION OF BIRTH DEFECTS IN RWANDAN CHILDREN
Irakiza, J.J.; Mutesa, L.
Abstract also available in French fr
Case Report
Cécité chez l’enfant : causes et maladies associées
Atipo-Tsiba, P.W.
Abstract also available in English en
Fracture de l’orbite dans le syndrome de Gilles de la Tourette : A propos d’un cas
Atipo-Tsiba, P.W.
Abstract also available in English en
Leber plus disease
Atipo-Tsiba, P.W.
Abstract also available in French fr
2014: 71-2
Research Article
FACTORS DETERMINING DISCLOSURE BY PARENTS AMONG CHILDREN LIVING WITH HIV/AIDS ATTENDING THE CENTER OF EXCELLENCE IN KIGALI UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL.
Ingabire, S.P.; Mutesa, L.
Abstract also available in French fr
ENUCLEATIONS AU CHU DE BRAZZAVILLE : INDICATIONS A PROPOS DE 248 CAS
Atipo-Tsiba, P.W.
Abstract also available in English en
Case Report
TOE ABSCESS WITH SALMONELLA TYPHIMURIUM IN SICKLE CELL ANEMIA PATIENT
Rangaiahagari, A.; Uwizeyimana, J.P.; Mukamparirwa, B.; Ngoga, E.; Wane Justin, J.; Musiime, S.
Abstract also available in French fr
Cellulite orbitaire retroseptale à Chlamydiae pneumoniae et VIH/SIDA: à propos d’un cas Orbital cellulitis due to Chlamydia pneumoniae and HIV/AIDS
Atipo-Tsiba, P.W.
Abstract also available in English en
Chondrosarcome mésenchymateux de l’orbite : à propos d’un cas
Atipo-Tsiba, P.W.
2014: 71-1
Research Article
Patterns of Injury at Two University Teaching Hospitals in Rwanda: Baseline Injury Epidemiology Using the Rwanda Injury Registry
Petroze, R.T.; Mumararungu, A.; Ndayiragije, V.; Ntakiyiruta, G.; Kyamanywa, P.; Reid, J.; Calland, J.F.; Byiringiro, J.C.
Systems-based Quality Improvement as a tool to implement the Surgical Safety Checklist in Rwanda
Mody, Gita N.; Taha, Bushra W.; Mubiligi, J.; Mpunga, T.; Musavuli, J.; Rutaganda, E.; Riviello, R.; Hirschhorn, Lisa R.
OVERVIEW OF PRE-CLINICAL TECHNIQUES FOR PREDICTING THE IMMUNOGENICITY OF THERAPEUTICS IN DRUG DEVELOPEMENT
Musanabaganwa, C.; Byiringiro, F.
Abstract also available in French fr
Case Report
An unusual case of tetanus secondary to orbital trauma
Eugene, Saiba Semanyenzi
Abstract also available in French fr
2013: 70-4
Editorial
ADDRESSING NCDs: THE ROLE OF SURGERY IN THE MANAGEMENT OF CANCERS IN RWANDA
Rwamasirabo, Emile
Research Article
UCP2 INTERACTOME AS TARGETS FOR NOVEL ANTI-DIABETIC DRUGS
Musanabaganwa, C.; Byiringiro, F.; Mutesa, L.; Nassir, A.
Abstract also available in French fr
COMPARATIVE EVALUATION OF PERMANENT MANDIBULAR CANINE AND SECOND MOLAR CALCIFICATION STAGES FOR ASSESSMENT OF THE SKELETAL MATURITY
Goyal, Sandeep; Goyal, Sonia
Abstract also available in French fr
Case Report
GOITER AND RIGHT CHEST CHYLOTHORAX AT KIGALI UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL, RWANDA
Amendezo, E.; Leway, K.; Glassman, S.; Dusabejambo, V.; Walker, T.D.
Abstract also available in French fr
CHILDHOOD INTRACRANIAL EPENDYMOMA PRESENTING AS CYSTIC SUPRATENTORIAL BRAIN TUMOUR
Nkusi, E.; Ibebuike, K.; Macaulay, R.; Wane, J.
SPONTANEOUS RUPTURE OF HEPATOCELLULAR CARCINOMA MANAGED AT A DISTRICT HOSPITAL
Hakizimana, D.; Kayibanda, E.; Mugenzi, P.; Utumatwishima, J.N.A.
Short Communication
EPIDEMIOLOGY OF PROSTATE CANCER AT KING FAISAL HOSPITAL
Umurangwa, F.; Rwamasirabo, E.
EPIDEMIOLOGY, MANAGEMENT AND OUTCOME OF MALIGNANCIES SURGICALLY TREATED AT A RURAL REFERRAL HOSPITAL IN BUTARE, RWANDA
Allen Ingabire, J.C.; Ssebufu, R.; Kyamanywa, P.; Bayisenga, J.; Bikoroti, J.; Kiswezi, A.; Mazimpaka, D.
FREQUENCY OF MALIGNANT TUMOURS IN PATIENTS WITH GASTRIC OUTLET OBSTRUCTION AT THE UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITALS OF KIGALI AND BUTARE.
Medard, K.K.; Robinson, S.; Nyundo, M.
MANAGEMENT OF WILMS TUMOR IN RWANDA: POTENTIAL FOR SUCCESS AND ADVANCING RESEARCH IN AFRICA
Ntaganda, E.; Ndibanje, A.J.; Rutayisire, L.
REVIEW OF TUMORS OPERATED AT THE KIGALI UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL (KUTH) OVER ONE YEAR PERIOD
Kamarampaka, S.; Ntaganda, E.; Ntakiyiruta, G.
SHORT TERM OUTCOME OF TREATMENT OF CLOSED ANKLE FRACTURES AT THE UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL OF KIGALI
Bikoroti, J.; Butera, A.; Mugenzi, D.S.; Nyundo, M.; Kyamanywa, P.
SURVEILLANCE OF PENILE CANCER IN RWANDA: A FOUR YEAR MULTICENTER PROSPECTIVE RESEARCH PROJECT
Ngendahayo, E.; Bonane, A.; Gasana, G.A.; Ssebuufu, R.; Nzayirambaho, M.; Hategekimana, T.; Rwamasirabo, E.
THE FREQUENCY OF GASTRIC CANCER AMONG PATIENTS PRESENTING WITH GASTRIC OUTLET OBSTRUCTION IN RWANDA
Kabuyaya, M.; Ssebuufu, R.; Nyundo, M.
2013: 70-3
Research Article
Inventory of studies on health systems strenghthening in Rwanda and in Africa
Munyanshongore, Cyprien; Jino, G. Bahemuka
Abstract also available in French fr
Abortion: Attitudes and knowledge of women in reproductive age in Rwanda
Sibomana, J.P.; Byiringiro, F.; Uwanyagasani, J.; Mpawenimana, D.
Abstract also available in French fr
Risk factors and prevalence of diabetic retinopathy in adult diabetic patients consulting at Kigali university teaching hospital
Giraneza, R.; Semanyenzi, S.E.
Abstract also available in French fr
Assessment of Malocclusion Severity Levels and Orthodontic Treatment Needs using the Dental Aesthetic Index (DAI): A Retrospective Study
Goyal, Sandeep; Goyal, Sonia; Muhigana, A.
Abstract also available in French fr
Case Report
Assessment of skeletal maturation and pubertal growth spurt using cervical vertebrae maturation indicators
Goyal, Sandeep; Goyal, Sonia
Abstract also available in French fr
2013: 70-2
Research Article
Free and Open Source Software (Foss) for Electronic Health Record Management in Developing Countries
Verbeke, Frank; Ousmane, Ly; Karara, Gustave; Nyssen, Marc
Abstract also available in French fr
Les Determinants du Desir De Grossesse chez les Femmes Seropositives sous Traitement AntiRetroviral dans le District de Rwamagana
Uwanyirigira, Claudien; Munyanshongore, Cyprien
Abstract also available in English en
Les Déterminants du Désir de Maternité chez les Femmes Séropositives: Cas du District de Gicumbi au Cours de l’année 2007
Birungi, Francine; Munyanshongore, Cyprien; Kakoma, Jean Baptiste
Abstract also available in English en
Patterns of Ocular Trauma at the Main Referral Hospital in Rwanda: Kigali University Teaching Hospital
Semanyenzi, S.E.; Nsengiyumva, P.
Abstract also available in French fr
Normal Conjunctival Flora as seen in Adult Patients at Kigali University Teaching Hospital
Semanyenzi, S.E.; Abahuje, Egide
Abstract also available in French fr
Case Report
A Case of Rwandan Patient with Ring Chromosome 15 Syndrome
Hitayezu, J.; Uwineza, A.; Murorunkweri, S.; Ndinkabandi, J.; Mutesa, L.
Abstract also available in French fr
Short Communication
Open Access, Knowledge sharing and sustainable Scholarly Communication: "A new core of research development"
Byiringiro, Fidele
The Rwanda Medical Journal Online on "Bioline International"
Mucumbitsi, Joseph
2013: 70-1
Research Article
KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDES AND PRACTICES OF EXCLUSIVE BREAST-FEEDING OF INFANTS AGED 0-6 MONTHS BY URBAN REFUGEE WOMEN IN KIGALI
Bahemuka, Gedeon Jino; Munyanshongore, Cyprien; Birungi, Francine
Abstract also available in French fr
ANTIBIOTIC SENSITIVITY PATTERNS OF ENTEROBACTERIACEAE ISOLATED AT KING FAISAL HOSPITAL, KIGALI - A THREE YEARS STUDY
Rangaiahagari, A.; Uwizeyimana, J.P.; Nyirabanzi, J.; Ngoga, E.; Wane, J.
Abstract also available in French fr
SPUTUM CONCENTRATION IMPROVES DIAGNOSIS OF PULMONARY TUBERCULOSIS CASES IN CHILDREN AT A TERTIARY CARE INSTITUTION IN RWANDA
Harerimana, J.D.; Byiringiro, J.; Mukaremera, C.; Ntamukunzi, G.; Attahiru, A.; Muvunyi, C.M.; Mutesa, L.
Abstract also available in French fr
STUDY OF PALATAL RUGAE PATTERN OF RWANDAN PATIENTS ATTENDING THE DENTAL DEPARTMENT AT KING FAISAL HOSPITAL, RWANDA: A PRELIMINARY STUDY
Goyal, Sandeep; Goyal, Sonia
Abstract also available in French fr
INFORMATION SYSTEMS FOR MONITORING THE BURDEN OF CHRONIC DISEASES IN PUBLIC REFERENCE HEALTH FACILITIES IN RWANDA, BURUNDI AND EASTERN DRC
Verbeke, F.; Hategekimana, T.; Karara, G.; Ousmane, Ly.; Nimburanira, M.; Kayembe, C.; Nyssen, M.
Abstract also available in French fr
Case Report
Orthodontic management of a periodontally - compromised adult patient
Goyal, Sandeep
Abstract also available in French fr
Letter to the Editor
The Regional Centre of Excellence on Programmatic Management of Drug Resistant Tuberculosis.
Habimana Mucyo, Yves
2012: 69-4
Editorial
Contributions to the Development of Health Informatics to address e-health Challenges in Rwanda
VERBEKE, Frank
Contributions au Développement de l’Informatique Médicale pour traiter les Défis de e-santé au Rwanda
VERBEKE, Frank
Research Article
PATIENT IDENTIFICATION AND HOSPITAL INFORMATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS IN SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA: A PROSPECTIVE STUDY IN RWANDA AND BURUNDI
VERBEKE, Frank; VAN BASTELAERE, Steven; NYSSEN, Marc
Abstract also available in French fr
PATTERN OF DENTAL MALOCCLUSION IN ORTHODONTIC PATIENTS IN RWANDA: A RETROSPECTIVE HOSPITAL BASED STUDY
GOYAL, Sandeep; GOYAL, Sonia
Abstract also available in French fr
COMMUNICATION POUR LA SANTÉ EN VUE DU CHANGEMENT DE COMPORTEMENT: RÔLE DES AUTORITÉS DE BASE, ADMINISTRATIVES ET CONFESSIONNELLES, DANS LA PROMOTION DE LA SANTÉ DE LA COMMUNAUTÉ
MUNYANSHONGORE, Cyprien; BINAMUNGU, G.; BIZIMANA, JD.; NTAHOBAKURIRA, I.; NYIRAZINYOYE, L.
Abstract also available in English en
ETUDE DE CONNAISSANCES, ATTITUDES ET PRATIQUES DES FILLES DE MENAGES EN MATIERE DU VIH/SIDA/IST AU RWANDA: Cas de la Ville de Kigali
NYIRANSABIMANA, Veneranda; NTAHOBAKURIRA, I.; NYIRAZINYOYE, L.; MUNYANSHONGORE, C.
Abstract also available in English en
AN UNUSUAL CASE OF DOUBLE ANEUPLOIDY OF DOWN SYNDROME ASSOCIATED WITH TRIPLE X SYNDROME: 48,XXX,+21
UWINEZA, A.; HITAYEZU, J.; MURORUNKWELI, S.; NDINKABANDI, J.; MUTESA, L.
Abstract also available in French fr
List of Abstracts
MOST INFLUENTIAL MEDICAL PUBLICATIONS OF THE LAST 20 YEARS (1990-2012): A collection from journals with the highest impact factor
BYIRINGIRO, Fidele; BADAOUI, Alima
Abstract also available in French fr
2012: 69-3
Research Article
FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH DISCLOSURE OF HIV STATUS AMONG HIV POSITIVE CHILDREN IN RWANDA
BINAGWAHO, A.; MUREKATETE, I.; RUKUNDO, A.; MUGWANEZA, P.; HINDA, R.; LYAMBABAJE, A.; BIZIMANA, JD.; WAGNER, CM.; MURIISA, G.; MUITA, J.; MUTABAXI, V.; NYEMAZI, J.P.; NSANZIMANA, S.; KAREMA, C.
Abstract also available in French fr
QUALITY OF BLOOD PRESSURE CONTROL IN HYPERTENSIVE PATIENTS ATTENDING THE KIGALI UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL, RWANDA
KAMALI, P.; KAGAME, A.
Abstract also available in French fr
CERVICAL SQUAMOUS INTRAEPITHERIAL LESIONS AT KING FAISAL HOSPITAL: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW: APRIL 2009 - APRIL 2011
SHIRAMBA, TL.; BIGIRIMANA, V.; IMURAGIRE, J.; KALINGANIRE, N.
Abstract also available in French fr
EFFUSION CYTOLOGY AT KING FAISAL HOSPITAL, KIGALI: A REVIEW OF 151 CASES
SHIRAMBA, TL.; BIGIRIMANA, V.; IMURAGIRE, J.; KALINGANIRE, N.
Abstract also available in French fr
MANAGEMENT CHALLENGES OF PEDIATRIC INFECTIVE ENDOCARDITIS AT TERTIARY LEVEL IN RWANDA
HATEGEKIMANA, C.; NSHUTI, S.; MUCUMBITSI, J.; MUVUNYI, C.; MUTESA, L.; RUSINGIZA, E.
Abstract also available in French fr
Case Report
CLINICAL AND GENETIC DIAGNOSIS OF MULTIPLE OSTEOCHONDROMAS IN RWANDAN PATIENTS
NYUNDO, M.; UWINEZA, A.; GASHEGU, J.; BYIRINGIRO, JC.; WUYTS, W.; MUTESA, L.
Abstract also available in French fr
SUCCESSFUL SEPARATION OF CONJOINED PYGOPAGUS TWINS IN AFRICAN ENVIRONMENT WITH LIMITED RESOURCES
NYUNDO, M.; JAHN, A.; KAYONDO, K.; NTIRENGANYA, F.; MUZUNGU, K.; NTAKIYIRUTA, G.; KIVIRI, W.; KARANGWA, JN.; KAYINAMURA, JB.; et Al.
Abstract also available in French fr
Letter to the Editor
PREPEX: THE POTENTIAL OF SCALING UP NON SURGICAL CIRCUMCISION IN RWANDA
MUTABAZI, V.; BITEGA, JP.; NGERUKA, ML; KAREMA, C.; MUTESA, L.; BINAGWAHO, A.
2012: 69-2
Editorial
Specialized Medical Education: A Necessary Tool for Development and the Right to Health in Rwanda
BINAGWAHO, Agnes
Case Report
AN UNUSUAL CASE OF FRASER SYNDROME
SEMANYENZI, ES.; UWINEZA, A.; HITAYEZU, J.; NSHIZIRUNGU, JJ.; MUTESA, L.
AN UNUSUAL CASE OF GIANT FRONTO-OCCIPITAL ENCEPHALOCELE
MANIRAFASHA, A.; MUVUNYI, A.; HITAYEZU, J.; UWINEZA, A.; MUTESA, L.
Abstract also available in French fr
Study
PREVALENCE AND CLINICAL FEATURES OF ARTERIAL HYPERTENSION IN RUHENGERI DISTRICT HOSPITAL, MUSANZE, RWANDA
PANDE, R.; NIYONZIMA, JP.
Abstract also available in French fr
POTENTIAL FOR TRANSMISSION OF SCHISTOSOMIASIS IN KAYONZA DISTRICT
ISABWE, A.; RUBERANZIZA, E.; MUPFASONI, D.; RUXIN, J.; CLERINX, J.; WHITE, PT.
Abstract also available in French fr
IMMUNOHISTOCHEMICAL EXPRESSION OF P53, EBV-LMPI AND CYCLIN D1 PROTEINS IN OESOPHAGEAL CARCINOMA: A PILOT RETROSPECTIVE STUDY OF 26 CASES.
SHIRAMBA, TL.; ALODENYO, H.; GASHII, AK.; KABANGA, JM.; KURIA, JK.
LA PRISE EN CHARGE THERAPEUTIQUE DU VIH AU CENTRE HOSPITALIER UNIVERSITAIRE DE KIGALI: 8 ANS D’EXPERIENCE (2002 – 2009)
SEMINEGA, B.; MUREKATETE, C.; BASINGA, P.
Abstract also available in English en
Abortion Incidence and Postabortion Care in Rwanda
BASINGA, P.; MOORE, AM; SINGH, SD.; CARLIN, EE.; BIRUNGI, F.; NGABO, F.
ASSESSING THE ACCURACY OF THE JM-102 TRANSCUTANEOUS BILIRUBIN MEASUREMENT IN DARK SKIN JAUNDICED NEONATES: CASE OF UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL, RWANDA
UWURUKUNDO, JMC; BARIBWIRA, C.; BASINGA, P.; NIYIBIZI, P.; MUTIGIMA, E.
Abstract also available in French fr
2012: 69-1
Editorial
RBC-Medical Research Center
MUTESA, Leon
RBC-Medical Research Center
MUTESA, Leon
Research Article
PREVALENCE OF SIX PERIODONTAL PATHOGENS IN RWANDAN WOMEN’S GINGIVAL CREVICULAR FLUID
BAYINGANA, C.; MAMBO MUVUNYI, C.; MUHIZI, C.; NGOGA, E.; MUSEMAKWELI, A.
PREVALENCE OF SIX PERIODONTAL PATHOGENS IN RWANDAN WOMEN’S GINGIVAL CREVICULAR FLUID
BAYINGANA, C.; MAMBO MUVUNYI, C.; MUHIZI, C.; NGOGA, E.; MUSEMAKWELI, A.
ORAL HEALTH CARE HABITS AND ITS ROLE IN PREVENTING ADVERSE PREGNANCY OUTCOMES IN RWANDA
BAYINGANA, C.; KAYINTENKORE, J.; MAMBO MUVUNYI, C.; KAYONGA, Y.; MUSEMAKWELI, A.
ORAL HEALTH CARE HABITS AND ITS ROLE IN PREVENTING ADVERSE PREGNANCY OUTCOMES IN RWANDA
BAYINGANA, C.; KAYINTENKORE, J.; MAMBO MUVUNYI, C.; KAYONGA, Y.; MUSEMAKWELI, A.
EVALUATION DES EFFETS DU DICHLORATE D’HYDROXYZINE SUR L’ANXIETE PREOPERATOIRE ET APPRECIATION DE L’INFORMATION DONNEE AUX MALADES
NDOLI, MJ.; RAMPANJATO, M.; AGUEMON, AR.
EVALUATION DES EFFETS DU DICHLORATE D’HYDROXYZINE SUR L’ANXIETE PREOPERATOIRE ET APPRECIATION DE L’INFORMATION DONNEE AUX MALADES
NDOLI, MJ.; RAMPANJATO, M.; AGUEMON, AR.
DETERMINANTS DE L’UTILISATION DES SERVICES DE SANTE PAR LES MENAGES DU DISTRICT DE RUBAVU
MUNYAMAHORO, M.; NTAGANIRA, J.
DETERMINANTS DE L’UTILISATION DES SERVICES DE SANTE PAR LES MENAGES DU DISTRICT DE RUBAVU
MUNYAMAHORO, M.; NTAGANIRA, J.
FINE-NEEDLE ASPIRATION CYTOLOGY IN THE MANAGEMENT OF THYROID NODULES: A PRELIMINARY RETROSPECTIVE REVIEW OF 53 CASES AT KING FAISAL HOSPITAL
SHIRAMBA, TL.; BIGIRIMANA, V.; OTITI, JM.; MUGABO, R.; SAYINZOGA, C.
FINE-NEEDLE ASPIRATION CYTOLOGY IN THE MANAGEMENT OF THYROID NODULES: A PRELIMINARY RETROSPECTIVE REVIEW OF 53 CASES AT KING FAISAL HOSPITAL
SHIRAMBA, TL.; BIGIRIMANA, V.; OTITI, JM.; MUGABO, R.; SAYINZOGA, C.
IDENTIFICATION OF INTERACTION TESTS OF PREDICTIVE BIOMARKERS IN CANCER CLINICAL TRIALS
NDAHINDWA, V.
IDENTIFICATION OF INTERACTION TESTS OF PREDICTIVE BIOMARKERS IN CANCER CLINICAL TRIALS
NDAHINDWA, V.
ASPECTS EPIDEMIOLOGIQUES ET ANATOMOPATHOLOGIQUES DES CANCERS DANS LES CENTRES HOSPITALIERS UNIVERSITAIRES (CHU) DU RWANDA
NDAHINDWA, V.; NGENDAHAYO, L.; VYANKANDONDERA, J.
ASPECTS EPIDEMIOLOGIQUES ET ANATOMOPATHOLOGIQUES DES CANCERS DANS LES CENTRES HOSPITALIERS UNIVERSITAIRES (CHU) DU RWANDA
NDAHINDWA, V.; NGENDAHAYO, L.; VYANKANDONDERA, J.
IS NULLIPARITY A RISK FACTOR FOR POOR OBSTETRICAL AND NEONATAL OUTCOMES IN RWANDAN DISTRICT HOSPITALS ? A PROSPECTIVE OBSERVATIONAL STUDY AT MUHIMA DISTRICT HOSPITAL
MBUKANI, R.; KAKOMA, JBSZ.
IS NULLIPARITY A RISK FACTOR FOR POOR OBSTETRICAL AND NEONATAL OUTCOMES IN RWANDAN DISTRICT HOSPITALS ? A PROSPECTIVE OBSERVATIONAL STUDY AT MUHIMA DISTRICT HOSPITAL
MBUKANI, R.; KAKOMA, JBSZ.
Case Report
DYKE-DAVIDOFF-MASSON SYNDROME: A RARE IMAGING CASE
NDAHIRIWE, JB.; COOK, E.
DYKE-DAVIDOFF-MASSON SYNDROME: A RARE IMAGING CASE
NDAHIRIWE, JB.; COOK, E.
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