Clinical reference library

Neonatology
Osler Clinical Library
A set of interventions at the time of birth to support establishment of breathing and circulation. A guide for neonate resuscitation, including assessment, equipment, and procedures.

Obstetrics
Prof Anne‑Beatrice Kihara
A collaborative set of WHO, FIGO, and ICM guidelines outlining strategies for preventing, diagnosing, and treating postpartum haemorrhage, with a global roadmap toward 2030.

Infectious Diseases
National Malaria Control Program, Uganda
Updated Malaria Policy, strategic and Case Management guidelines for Uganda, aiming to reduce malaria infection and morbidity by 50% and malaria-related mortality by 75% by 2025.

Education
Makerere University
The higher education landscape is rapidly changing, and the University will be able to improve the teaching and learning processes with the integration of online technologies. The guidelines provide for three forms of defense, namely, face-to-face; blended; and/or online technology.

Hematology
WAKUBIRWA Luzinda Marvin
This document provides an overview of multiple myeloma, including its definition, epidemiology, etiology, pathophysiology, classification, clinical features, diagnosis, and staging. Multiple myeloma is a malignant proliferation of plasma cells, with a higher incidence in African Americans and Pacific Islanders, and is characterized by bone pain, spinal cord compression, fractures, and hypercalcemia.

Infectious Disease
MUYIGI TONNY
Overview of Mpox virus disease, including its transmission, diagnosis, and clinical presentation, with a focus on the epidemiology in the Democratic Republic of Congo and potential risk of importation to Uganda.

Infectious Disease
Ministry of Health
Mpox is a viral zoonotic disease that occurs primarily in tropical rainforest areas of central and west Africa, caused by a virus with symptoms similar to smallpox, though less severe. It can spread from person to person and is treatable, usually going away on its own after 2-4 weeks.

Radiology
G Balachandran
A collection of neuroradiology cases with line diagrams for images to facilitate easy appreciation of image findings, covering a wide spectrum of neuroradiology cases.

General Medicine
Osler Clinical Library
Imported document — metadata pending review.

Pharmacology
Dr Ernest Welch
This document provides an overview of non‑steroidal anti‑inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), their mechanisms via cyclo‑oxygenase inhibition, prostaglandin synthesis, and classification, including discussion of COX‑2 selective agents.

Anesthesiology
Osler Clinical Library
Imported document — metadata pending review.

Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dr Agnes Binagwaho
The guidelines presented in this document are designed to provide a useful resource for healthcare professionals involved in clinical case management, covering various conditions and treatments in gynecology and obstetrics.

Obstetrics and Gynecology
Osler Clinical Library
A medical procedure guide for Manual Vacuum Aspiration, including indications, contraindications, and step-by-step procedural instructions.

General Medicine
Osler Clinical Library
Imported document — metadata pending review.

Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hospital
A comprehensive guide to obstetrics and gynecology, covering topics such as pregnancy, childbirth, and women's health. The guide includes sections on obstetric and postpartum complications, medical complications in pregnancy, and reproductive biology.

Epidemiology
Ezekiel Mupere MBChB, M.Med, PhD
This document discusses the different types of epidemiologic study designs, including observational and experimental studies, and their characteristics, strengths, and limitations.

Obstetrics and Gynecology
Karen M. Schneider, MD, Stephen K. Patrick, MD
A self-assessment and review guide for obstetrics and gynecology, covering the latest research and clinical experience in the field. The guide is designed to help students and professionals assess their knowledge and stay up-to-date with the latest developments in the field.

Ophthalmology
Osler Clinical Library
Imported document — metadata pending review.

Infectious Disease
Ojo O.T, Odeyemi A.O
This literature review aims to provide an overview of the prevalence, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, and management of non-tuberculous mycobacteria infections in Africa. The review highlights the significant burden of these infections, which are often misdiagnosed due to their similarity to tuberculosis.

Ophthalmology
Dr. Iddi Ndya Bawe
A presentation on various ophthalmic surgical instruments, their uses, and descriptions. The presentation covers a wide range of instruments used in ophthalmic surgeries.

Hematology
Osler Clinical Library
Imported document — metadata pending review.

Public Health
Achilles Katamba, MMED and MSc
Guidelines for creating and delivering effective oral presentations, covering organization, visuals, delivery, and preparation. The presentation provides tips and best practices for engaging the audience and conveying research findings.

Emergency Medicine
Omar Anjum, MD, MEng, FRCPC, and others
A student-driven initiative providing concise approaches to key patient presentations in the emergency department, covering various topics such as syncope, altered mental status, and trauma.

Epidemiology
Dr. Mayega Roy William
The occurrence of a disease or event in excess of what is expected in terms of persons, place, and time. Outbreaks can be caused by various factors, including infectious agents, and can be classified into different types, such as epidemics and pandemics.