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View article: Dyslipidaemia and inflammation are risks for subclinical atherosclerotic vascular disease among chronic kidney failure patients in South Africa
Dyslipidaemia and inflammation are risks for subclinical atherosclerotic vascular disease among chronic kidney failure patients in South Africa Open
Background Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is associated with generalized inflammation. The presence of CKD-related (non-traditional) cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors such as inflammation, oxidative stress and uraemic toxins worsen t…
View article: Comparison analysis of serum interleukin-6 levels and cervical cancer
Comparison analysis of serum interleukin-6 levels and cervical cancer Open
View article: Rural and urban disparities in malnutrition and quality of life among older persons in Lagos Nigeria: A comparative analytical cross-sectional study
Rural and urban disparities in malnutrition and quality of life among older persons in Lagos Nigeria: A comparative analytical cross-sectional study Open
Background Malnutrition has been identified as an adverse condition that affects the health of older persons. Despite being recognized as one of the leading causes of disease in older persons, very little attention has been given to malnut…
View article: Maternal deaths before and during COVID-19 pandemic: Causes and avoidable factors in a tertiary hospital in South Africa, 2018‒2022
Maternal deaths before and during COVID-19 pandemic: Causes and avoidable factors in a tertiary hospital in South Africa, 2018‒2022 Open
Aim To determine the institutional maternal mortality ratio (iMMR) and avoidable factors (AVFs) before and during the COVID-19 pandemic in a tertiary hospital in South Africa. Methods This was a retrospective cross-sectional study. We revi…
View article: Human Capital Flight (Brain Drain) and Academic Staff Job Performance in Selected Tertiary Institutions in Nigeria: Enugu State in Perspective
Human Capital Flight (Brain Drain) and Academic Staff Job Performance in Selected Tertiary Institutions in Nigeria: Enugu State in Perspective Open
Purpose: The objectives of this study are to identify the drivers of human capital flight among the academic staff in tertiary institutions in Nigeria, the impact of human capital flight on academic staff job performance, the extent of the…
View article: Maternal socio-biological and obstetric factors associated with neonatal near miss at a specialised public mother and child hospital in Johannesburg, South Africa: A case control study
Maternal socio-biological and obstetric factors associated with neonatal near miss at a specialised public mother and child hospital in Johannesburg, South Africa: A case control study Open
The aim of this case-control study was to assess neonatal near miss rate and associated maternal socio-biological and obstetric factors at a specialised mother and child teaching hospital in Johannesburg, South Africa. The study population…
View article: Sociodemographic Characteristics Implicated in Severe Caregiver Burden amongst Family Caregivers of Patients with Schizophrenia: A Cross-sectional Study
Sociodemographic Characteristics Implicated in Severe Caregiver Burden amongst Family Caregivers of Patients with Schizophrenia: A Cross-sectional Study Open
Background: Sociodemographic characteristics can influence the burden of caring for patients with mental illnesses such as schizophrenia. Aim: The aim of this study was to ascertain the sociodemographic characteristics implicated in severe…
View article: The use of erythropoietin and magnesium sulphate for the management of hypoxic-ischaemic encephalopathy in Lagos, Nigeria: A randomized control trial
The use of erythropoietin and magnesium sulphate for the management of hypoxic-ischaemic encephalopathy in Lagos, Nigeria: A randomized control trial Open
Background: Therapeutic hypothermia is the recommended treatment for moderate-to-severe hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) in newborns. It is not readily available in low- and middle-income countries. Newer promising interventions inclu…
View article: Trends in national and ethnic burden of ovarian cancer mortality in South Africa (1999–2018): a population based, age-period-cohort and join point regression analyses
Trends in national and ethnic burden of ovarian cancer mortality in South Africa (1999–2018): a population based, age-period-cohort and join point regression analyses Open
Our study showed that there was increasing trends in ovarian cancer mortality among all the South African ethnic groups, driven partly by increasing cohort and period mortality risks. We therefore highlight the huge burden of ovarian cance…
View article: Effect Of Multiple Micronutrient Supplementation and Iron-Folic Acid Supplementation on Hemoglobin Levels of Pregnant Women, Fetal Growth and Birth Outcome in Ogbomoso: Protocol of A Randomized Control Trial
Effect Of Multiple Micronutrient Supplementation and Iron-Folic Acid Supplementation on Hemoglobin Levels of Pregnant Women, Fetal Growth and Birth Outcome in Ogbomoso: Protocol of A Randomized Control Trial Open
Background Maternal nutrition during pregnancy is critical for both maternal and fetal health, with inadequate intake of essential nutrients linked to adverse outcomes such as maternal anemia, intrauterine growth restriction, and low birth…
View article: Prevalence and factors associated with caesarean section among Tanzanian women of reproductive age: evidence from the 2022 Tanzania demographic and health survey data
Prevalence and factors associated with caesarean section among Tanzanian women of reproductive age: evidence from the 2022 Tanzania demographic and health survey data Open
The overall prevalence of CS among women of reproductive age in Tanzania was 10.4%. The highest educational level, husband/partner's educational attainment, household wealth quintile, type of residence, employment status, increased ANC num…
View article: Trends and ethnic disparity in endometrial cancer mortality in South Africa (1999–2018): A population-based Age-period-cohort and Join point regression analyses
Trends and ethnic disparity in endometrial cancer mortality in South Africa (1999–2018): A population-based Age-period-cohort and Join point regression analyses Open
Background Endometrial cancer is the sixth leading cause of cancer among females and about 97,000 global deaths of endometrial cancer. The changes in the trends of obesity, fertility rates and other risk factors in South Africa (SA) may im…
View article: Intravenous versus oral iron for anaemia among pregnant women in Nigeria (IVON): an open-label, randomised controlled trial
Intravenous versus oral iron for anaemia among pregnant women in Nigeria (IVON): an open-label, randomised controlled trial Open
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View article: A National survey describing the quality of care in Paediatric Emergency Departments of Tertiary Hospitals in Nigeria
A National survey describing the quality of care in Paediatric Emergency Departments of Tertiary Hospitals in Nigeria Open
Introduction: The outcome of paediatric emergency care is essential to the attainment of child-targeted sustainable development goals. We assessed the quality of paediatric emergency care among 34 tertiary Paediatric Emergency Departments …
View article: Caregiver burden and its sociodemographic determinants in family caregivers of patients with schizophrenia attending a psychiatric tertiary hospital in South Africa
Caregiver burden and its sociodemographic determinants in family caregivers of patients with schizophrenia attending a psychiatric tertiary hospital in South Africa Open
Predicting total and severe caregiver burdens contemporaneously is effective for identifying potential burden interventions.
View article: The Role of Tranexamic Acid in Preventing Primary Post-Partum Haemorrhage During Caesarean Section: A Randomized Control Trial
The Role of Tranexamic Acid in Preventing Primary Post-Partum Haemorrhage During Caesarean Section: A Randomized Control Trial Open
Background: Primary postpartum haemorrhage (PPH) is a leading cause of maternal mortality in Ni-geria. Caesarean section (CS), though a life-saving alternative to vaginal delivery in several maternity units globally, is a risk factor for P…
View article: Serum Vitamin D Deficiency and Male Infertility: A Relationship?
Serum Vitamin D Deficiency and Male Infertility: A Relationship? Open
Background Male infertility is one of the major reproductive health concerns, causing a lot of distress for couples globally. Others have looked into its connection to vitamin D deficiency, but their findings are conflicting. Aim This stud…
View article: Impact of training and case manager support for traditional birth attendants in the linkage of care among HIV-positive pregnant women in Southwest Nigeria: a 3-arm cluster randomized control trial
Impact of training and case manager support for traditional birth attendants in the linkage of care among HIV-positive pregnant women in Southwest Nigeria: a 3-arm cluster randomized control trial Open
Background Mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) accounts for 90% of all new paediatric HIV infections in Nigeria and for approximately 30% of the global burden. This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of a training model that incorp…
View article: Evaluation of serum adiponectin as a marker of insulin resistance in women with polycystic ovarian syndrome: a comparative cross-sectional study
Evaluation of serum adiponectin as a marker of insulin resistance in women with polycystic ovarian syndrome: a comparative cross-sectional study Open
Background Insulin resistance (IR) is known to be prevalent amongst women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Its presence has been linked to chronic anovulation and marked long term complications in women. Hence, identification and t…
View article: Prevalence and Factors Associated with Caesarean section among Tanzanian women of reproductive age: Evidence from the 2022 Tanzania Demographic and Health Survey Data
Prevalence and Factors Associated with Caesarean section among Tanzanian women of reproductive age: Evidence from the 2022 Tanzania Demographic and Health Survey Data Open
Background Caesarean section is one of the commonest surgical procedures worldwide. It is an important medical intervention for reducing the risk of poor perinatal outcomes. However, trends in caesarean section in sub-Saharan Africa contin…
View article: Prevalence and factors associated with female sterilization in Rwanda: evidence from the demographic and health survey data (2019–2020)
Prevalence and factors associated with female sterilization in Rwanda: evidence from the demographic and health survey data (2019–2020) Open
Background Female sterilization is a safe and effective surgical procedure of achieving contraception. There is disparity in the prevalence of female sterilization globally, with high income countries having higher rates than low- and midd…
View article: Urinary Nephrin Levels Among Pregnant Women With Preeclampsia in Lagos, Southwest Nigeria: An Analytical Cross-Sectional Study
Urinary Nephrin Levels Among Pregnant Women With Preeclampsia in Lagos, Southwest Nigeria: An Analytical Cross-Sectional Study Open
There was an association between elevated levels of urinary nephrin and preeclampsia and its severe variant. However, there is a need for more robust studies with a longitudinal characterization of urinary nephrin levels to establish causa…
View article: Evaluation of the accuracy of the Asanté assay as a point-of-care rapid test for HIV-1 recent infections using serum bank specimens from blood donors in South Africa, July 2018 - August 2021
Evaluation of the accuracy of the Asanté assay as a point-of-care rapid test for HIV-1 recent infections using serum bank specimens from blood donors in South Africa, July 2018 - August 2021 Open
Background. Point-of-care (POC) rapid recency testing can be used as a cost-effective tool to identify recently infected individuals (i.e. infected within the last 12 months) in near-real time, support epidemic control and identify hotspot…
View article: Serum Calcium and Magnesium Levels in Women with Uterine Fibroids in Southwest Nigeria: a Cross-sectional Study
Serum Calcium and Magnesium Levels in Women with Uterine Fibroids in Southwest Nigeria: a Cross-sectional Study Open
View article: 44-Year Temporal Trends and Causes of Maternal Mortality at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital, LUTH, Lagos, Nigeria (1976-2019)
44-Year Temporal Trends and Causes of Maternal Mortality at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital, LUTH, Lagos, Nigeria (1976-2019) Open
A BSTRACT Background: Nigeria has committed to global initiatives aimed at improving maternal and child health. Institutional audit of maternal mortality over a long period can provide useful information on the trends in maternal death and…
View article: Prevalence and Factors Associated with Female Sterilization in Rwanda: Evidence from the Demographic and Health Survey Data (2019-2020)
Prevalence and Factors Associated with Female Sterilization in Rwanda: Evidence from the Demographic and Health Survey Data (2019-2020) Open
Background Female sterilization is a safe and effective surgical procedure of achieving contraception. There is disparity in the prevalence of female sterilization globally, with high income countries having higher rates than low- and midd…
View article: Serum Calcium and Magnesium Levels in Women with Uterine Fibroids at a University Teaching Hospital in Southwest Nigeria: A Comparative Cross-Sectional Study
Serum Calcium and Magnesium Levels in Women with Uterine Fibroids at a University Teaching Hospital in Southwest Nigeria: A Comparative Cross-Sectional Study Open
Background: Studies have suggested the potential roles of serum trace elements such as calcium and magnesium in the development of uterine fibroids. Aims: This study compared magnesium and calcium serum levels in reproductive-age women wit…
View article: Prevalence and Factors Associated with Female Sterilization in Rwanda: Evidence from the 2019/2020 Demographic and Health Survey Data
Prevalence and Factors Associated with Female Sterilization in Rwanda: Evidence from the 2019/2020 Demographic and Health Survey Data Open
Background Female sterilization is a safe and effective surgical procedure of achieving contraception. Female sterilization is commoner in high income countries as compared to low- and middle-income countries such as Rwanda because of dema…
View article: Association between Maternal Serum Leptin Level and Preterm Birth among Parturients in Lagos, Nigeria
Association between Maternal Serum Leptin Level and Preterm Birth among Parturients in Lagos, Nigeria Open
Background: Preterm birth is one of the major causes of neonatal morbidity and mortality worldwide. The association between occurrence of preterm birth and biomarkers measured in the maternal serum maybe helpful in predicting preterm birth…
View article: Evaluation of the medically necessary, time sensitive triage score during and beyond the local COVID-19 pandemic in the Gynaecologic Oncology Unit of a tertiary hospital in South Africa
Evaluation of the medically necessary, time sensitive triage score during and beyond the local COVID-19 pandemic in the Gynaecologic Oncology Unit of a tertiary hospital in South Africa Open
Objective The main objective of this study was to evaluate the Medically Necessary Time Sensitive (MeNTS) scoring system in triaging gynaecologic oncologic surgery during and beyond the COVID-19 pandemic. Material and methods This was a re…