Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
The vision of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences is to be a dynamic, people-centred and inclusive environment, internationally recognised for its excellence in research, education and clinical training in medicine and health sciences, and for the contribution it makes to improving health and health care in South Africa, the African continent and beyond.
This faculty was known as the Faculty of Health Sciences until 30 April 2012.
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Recent Submissions
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Education, work, and motherhood in low and middle income countries : a review of equality challenges and opportunities for women with disabilities
(Cogitatio, 2018-03-26)This study looks at the equality challenges and opportunities for women with disabilities in low and middle income countries (LMICs) to participate and succeed in education, employment and motherhood. It is based on a ...
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Impact of district mental health care plans on symptom severity and functioning of patients with priority mental health conditions : the Programme for Improving Mental Health Care (PRIME) cohort protocol
(BioMed Central, 2018-03-06)Background: The Programme for Improving Mental Health Care (PRIME) sought to implement mental health care plans (MHCP) for four priority mental disorders (depression, alcohol use disorder, psychosis and epilepsy) into ...
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An investigation into the causes of intraocular inflammation in HIV-positive and HIV-negative patients in the Western Cape Province, South Africa
(Stellenbosch: Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY: The causes of intraocular inflammation are divided into 3 large groups namely infectious, non-infectious and idiopathic. This research project set out to establish the prevalence of these 3 large groups ...
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Investigating the modulating sffects of Afriplex GRT Extract on vascular function and antioxidant status in obese Wistar rat
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)Introduction Obesity is associated with the development of metabolic syndrome, a conglomerate of cardiometabolic risk factors, which synergistically result in cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), the major leading cause of ...
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Understanding decision-making regarding prenatal diagnostic testing for down syndrome and termination of pregnancy: an interpretive phenomenological study
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Pregnant women or couples who screen high risk for a baby with Down syndrome (DS) are faced with having to make life changing decisions. Firstly, they need to decide whether they want prenatal diagnostic ...
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The effects of melatonin supplementation on vascular tissue during first line ART: an in vivo, ex vivo and in vitro study
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)Introduction: Although Antiretroviral therapy (ART) has dramatically reduced HIVassociated morbidity and mortality, non-HIV-related conditions and comorbidities continue to rise in this population. Cardiovascular disease ...
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The effect of hypoxia on protein phosphatase 2A (PP2A) in MDA-MB-231 cells, and, a pilot study to establish a primary breast cancer cell model from Fine Needle Aspirations.
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)Background: Cancerous tumours are characterised by areas of insufficient blood supply, with resulting hypoxia and nutrient deprivation. The mechanisms by which cancer cells adapt to these conditions are of interest due ...
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The Significance of Mitophagy in Myocardial Ischaemia/ Reperfusion: the effect of melatonin
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)Introduction: Myocardial ischaemia and concomitant cell damage are caused by a reduction in the blood supply to the heart. To date, the most effective strategy to salvage the myocardium is timely reperfusion which is ...
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Basic semen parameters assisted by Computer-Aided sperm analysis (CASA) and their correlations with advanced semen parameters in normozoospermic men with different abstinence periods
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)Introduction: Affordable basic semen analysis remains a fundamental procedure to be performed routinely during the diagnosis of male infertility. Advanced semen analyses, provide valuable clinical insights in treatment ...
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Short abstinence: Impact on the seminal plasma proteome and accessory sex gland secretions
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Various studies have sought to determine the typical versus optimal abstinence period after which semen samples should be collected, and many have been found to be contradictory. Several factors influence ...
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A retrospective content analysis of the ambulance emergency assistant refresher course outcomes as covered by free open access medical education (FOAMED) resources
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Continuous professional development (CPD) is a requirement for all healthcare professionals in South Africa. The shift-driven work environment of pre-hospital care often makes attending CPD events ...
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Alignment of current graduate attributes required of medical graduates of the University of Botswana to the expressed needs of users of the Botswana Health Service
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Traditionally, the design of health professions curricula was often guided by traditions, values and priorities of academics. This, however, has led to a mismatch of graduates’ competencies to patient and ...
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The use of peer teaching to promote active learning amongst senior medical students
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY : A critical review of the curriculum at the University of Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences prompted the faculty to explore educational strategies that would engage students to actively learn. Peer teaching ...
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Medical students’ perceptions of their learning during longitudinal primary care clinical placements in a sub-Saharan medical school
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Clinical placements are used as a bridge from classroom learning to real life settings (Stupans et al., 2013). Over the years, the Block Rotation Clerkship (BRC) model of clinical placements has been ...
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The effect of chronic ingestion of afriplex grt™ on myocardial insulin resistance and mitochondrial function – a preclinical study.
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)Introduction: Obesity is an excessive fat accumulation in the body, known to be a significant precursor to insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes. Complications associated with obesity can contribute to the development of ...
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Exploring medical students’ perceptions on the effectiveness of a clinical skills rotation at a clinical skills laboratory
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Learning skills and competencies through simulation is a safe way of teaching medical students clinical procedures before exposing real patients to their practice. This is the case at the Ziauddin University ...
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Contribution of highly active anti-retroviral therapy to the development of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease with concomitant cardiovascular dysfunction in an obese rat model
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)Introduction: HIV/AIDS mortality is declining due to successful highly active anti-retroviral therapy (HAART). However, obesity, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and cardiovascular disease (CVD) in treated ...
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Exploring medical laboratory scientist students’ experiences during their fourth year clinical practice period
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Medical Laboratory Sciences (MLS) recently introduced a new degree course for professionals of laboratory medicine. The revision of the qualification has led to the re-evaluation and restructuring of the ...
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The influence of a flipped classroom on the learning approaches of first year Speech-Language and Hearing Therapy students
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Students base their approaches to learning on their perceptions of the educational practices that they are exposed to. The significance of selected educational models is therefore not to be underestimated ...
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Is younger really safer? A qualitative study of perceived risks and benefits of age-disparate relationships among women in Cape Town, South Africa
(Public Library of Science, 2013-11-15)Young women in age-asymmetric relationships may be at an elevated risk for acquisition of HIV, since relationships with older men are also correlated with other risk behaviors like less condom use. Qualitative studies have ...
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An examination of differences in psychological resilience between social anxiety disorder and posttraumaic stress disorder in the context of early childhood trauma
(Frontiers, 2017-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Background: Much of the research on anxiety disorders has focused on associated risk factors with less attention paid to factors such as resilience that may mitigate risk or offer protection in the face ...
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The CRADLE vital signs alert : qualitative evaluation of a novel device designed for use in pregnancy by healthcare workers in low-resource settings
(BioMed Central, 2018-01-05)Background: Vital signs measurement can identify pregnant and postpartum women who require urgent treatment or referral. In low-resource settings, healthcare workers have limited access to accurate vital signs measuring ...
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Research protocol : Cisplatin-associated ototoxicity amongst patients receiving cancer chemotherapy and the feasibility of an audiological monitoring program
(BioMed Central, 2017-12-11)Abstract Background Cisplatin is an anti-cancer chemotherapy drug classified as an alkylating agent. It is used for the treatment of a variety of cancers such as cervical, ...
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Comparison of equations for estimating glomerular filtration rate in screening for chronic kidney disease in asymptomatic black Africans : a cross sectional study
(BioMed Central, 2017-12-20)Background: Several equations have been developed to estimate glomerular filtration rate (eGFR). The common equations used were derived from populations predominantly comprised of Caucasians with chronic kidney disease ...
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Comparison of mean on-scene times : road versus air transportation of critically ill patients in the Western Cape of South Africa
(BMJ Publishing Group, 2007-12)Background: The South African setting lends itself to the extensive use of air transport. There is a perception with healthcare providers that flight crews spend too much time with a patient before departure. The main ...
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Perceptions about data-informed decisions : an assessment of information-use in high HIV-prevalence settings in South Africa
(BioMed Central, 2017-12-04)Background: Information-use is an integral component of a routine health information system and essential to influence policy-making, program actions and research. Despite an increased amount of routine data collected, ...
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Investigation of first onset seizures in adults in Western Cape Emergency Centres
(Health & Medical Publishing Group, 2012-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Objectives: This study aimed to review which investigations were done on adults presenting with first onset seizures to six Emergency Centres in the Western Cape Province, South Africa. Methods: A ...
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An analysis of the clinical practice of emergency medicine in public district and regional hospitals in Tanzania
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Aim: The aim of the study was to document the burden of disease presenting to Tanzania mainland public district and regional hospitals’ acute intake areas, to describe the range of early diagnostic and ...
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A survey to determine self-reported confidence amongst emergency centre nurses in initiating bls across emergency centres in Cape Town
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Background: In any Emergency Centre (EC), the response to a cardiac arrest is regarded as the most time critical intervention. The first responders are usually EC nurses who need to initiate basic life ...
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