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MEDIA & PUBLICATIONS
Dr. Naushad Karim – Interventional Radiologist | Innovator | Educator.
Explore Dr. Naushad Karim's interviews, publications, conference presentations and media features highlighting advances in Interventional Radiology and minimally invasive treatments.

Capital FM Africa
A Non-Surgical Approach to Treating Uterine Fibroids
Dr. Naushad Karim explains how Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE) provides women with a safe, minimally invasive alternative to traditional fibroid surgery. The feature explores how this innovative procedure preserves the uterus while reducing recovery time and improving quality of life.

The Voice Uganda
Modern Fibroid Treatment Without Surgery
Featured by The Voice Uganda, Dr. Karim discusses the benefits of Uterine Fibroid Embolization and how advances in Interventional Radiology are transforming fibroid care. The article highlights treatment outcomes, patient recovery, and the growing availability of minimally invasive procedures in East Africa.

Business Daily Africa
Understanding Varicocele and Male Infertility
In this feature, Dr. Karim sheds light on varicocele, a frequently overlooked cause of male infertility. He explains how timely diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment can improve reproductive health and help couples on their fertility journey.

The Star Kenya
Uterine Fibroid Embolization Explained
Dr. Karim discusses why Uterine Fibroid Embolization is becoming an increasingly preferred treatment option for women seeking relief from fibroid symptoms without undergoing major surgery. The article outlines the procedure, recovery, and long-term benefits.

Nation Africa
Fibroids, Fertility and Informed Treatment Choices
This feature examines the complex relationship between uterine fibroids and fertility. Dr. Karim shares expert insights into the treatment options available to Kenyan women, helping patients make informed decisions while preserving future reproductive choices whenever possible.

Aga Khan University Hospital YouTube
Watch: Understanding Fibroids and Uterine Fibroid Embolization
In this educational video produced by Aga Khan University Hospital, Dr. Karim explains the causes, symptoms and treatment of uterine fibroids, while introducing Uterine Fibroid Embolization as a modern, minimally invasive alternative to conventional surgery.
Dr. Naushad YouTube Videos

Dr. Naushad Karim's YouTube Channel
Fibroids, Fertility and Informed Treatment Choices
This feature examines the complex relationship between uterine fibroids and fertility. Dr. Karim shares expert insights into the treatment options available to Kenyan women, helping patients make informed decisions while preserving future reproductive choices whenever possible.
Dr. Naushad YouTube Videos
How our medical team prepares you for a safe, comfortable, and successful UFE.
How exactly does a Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE) stop fibroid growth without open surgery?
What happens once you are rolled into the procedure room for your Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE)?
What does the recovery process look like immediately after a Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE)?

Publications
Oh A, Karim N, Pitt A, Hodgetts S, Edwards DW, Mullan D, Laasch HU. EEG bispectral index sensor guidance improves accuracy and safety of procedural sedation. Clin Radiol. 2024 Dec;79(12):e1490-e1496. doi: 10.1016/j.crad.2024.08.033. Epub 2024 Sep 3. PMID: 39317529.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39317529/
Alexander Oh, Naushad Karim, Andy Pitt, Scott Hodgetts, Gregory Royle, Liam Maxfield, Damian Mullan, Derek Edwards, Hans-Ulrich Laasch (UK) ​Optimising conscious sedation using EEG BIS monitoring. E poster presentation, Society of Gastric interventions Annual Meeting 2022.
https://2022.sgiw.org/file/SGI2022_Abstract%20Book.pdf
Oh A, Karim N, Pitt A, Hodgetts S, Royle G, Maxfield L, Laasch H. EEG (BIS) monitoring improves accuracy and safety of procedural sedation. ECIO 2022 Book of Abstracts. Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol 45(Suppl 1): 1–66 (2022).
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39317529/
Karim N, Wakahora I, Bika J, Muthee B, Ombati K, Mavuti J. Arterial thoracic outlet syndrome associated with bilateral clavicular and first rib pseudarthroses. East African Medical Journal Vol. 99 No. 11, November 2022.
https://www.ajol.info/index.php/eamj/article/view/238571
Sokwalla, N.K., Sagoo, R., Moussa, A. et al. A modified two-step technique for the retrieval of a chemoport catheter fragment with inaccessible ends. CVIR Endovasc 5, 61 (2022).
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36469158/
Karim NH, Bell J, Mullan D, et al. Anomalous Branch of the Left Hepatic Artery With Pericardial, Diaphragmatic, Splenic and Gastric Supply During Selective Internal Radiotherapy (SIRT). Cureus 13(12): e20373. doi: 10.7759/cureus.20373.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35036206/
Abdullahi, Mariam & Karim, Naushad & Samnakay, Saeed. A case of retroperitoneal fibrosis secondary to chronic periaortitis. 20190011. doi: 10.1259/bjrcr.20190011.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31555477/
Mwania M, Karim N, Wambui S, Mohammedali S, Njau A. Plasma cell myeloma lytic lesions mimicking vanishing bone syndrome in a young patient. BJR Case Rep 2019; 5: 20190025.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31938560/
Nganga E, Gitau S, Karim N. Atypical CT appearances of diffuse large B cell lymphoma in HIV patients; A case series Learning objectives. doi: 10.26044/ecr2019/C-2692.
https://epos.myesr.org/poster/esr/ecr2019/C-2692
Mariah O, Riffat A, Naushad K, Kevin O, Antony G, et al. Fibrosing mediastinitis with intracardiac Extension: A rare crippling ailment - Case Report. Open J Cardiol Heart Dis 3(1): OJCHD.000553.2019.
https://crimsonpublishers.com/ojchd/pdf/OJCHD.000553.pdf
Karim NH, Adam R, Vinayak S. Prevalence of hepatic steatosis as diagnosed on unenhanced abdominal Computed tomography. East African Medical Journal Vol. 95 No. 8, August 2018.
https://scholars.aku.edu/en/publications/prevalence-of-hepatic-steatosis-as-diagnosed-on-unenhanced-abdomi/
Quadros DS, Karim N, Sattar FAA. Williams-Beuren syndrome: a rare presentation of aortic hypoplasia.
East African Medical Journal Vol. 95 No. 8, August 2018
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