Introduction: Tetanus is a major health problem in developing countries, and is associated with high a morbidity and mortality. There are no recent local data in Kenya on the impact of the disease in terms of morbidity and mortality. The objective of this study was to describe the type, severity, risk fa...
HPV prevalence in Nigeria has been challenging to quantify given regional population heterogeneity and differences in diagnostic methodology. We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of 17 studies, each of which summarized HPV prevalence in
women residing in six geopolitical zones of Nigeria. T...
Muna Ngilibuma, Mathieu;
Momeme Mokoli, Vieux;
Mayamba Nlandu, Yannick;
Mompango Engole, Yannick;
Kabemba Ilunga, Cedric;
Luzayadio Longo, Augustin;
Losa Luse, Jeanine;
Busanga Bukabau, Justine;
Lombi Mbendi, Charles;
Wola Tshimpi, Antoine;
Kiswaya Sumaili, Ernest;
Mangani Nseka, Nazaire;
Jadoul, Michel;
Nani Tuma Situakibanza, Hippolyte;
Rissassi Makulo, Jean-Robert.
Context and objective. The steady increase in the number of chronic hemodialysis patients in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) calls for improved management of those patients. The present study aimed to determine the frequency of hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection, the prevalent genotypes, and the risk factors ass...
Background: Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a growing concern in Nigeria and globally. Although women are at greater risk of IPV, men are also affected, but this is less reported.
Aim: This study sought to determine the prevalence and pattern of IPV among the respondents and to compare the pattern of ...
Background: Few data are available on the presence and characteristics of transgender populations in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), which makes the provision of health services for key populations difficult.
Aim: This study aimed to ascertain the presence and characteristics of trans women in seven cities in ...
Aging seldom comes alone and it is considered to be the major factor for many diseases and
comorbidities and disabilities. The objectives of the study are to examine demographic characteristics and prevalence of comorbidities and polypharmacy of elderly patients who were admitted at Sebha Medical Center ...
Background: Oral mucosal lesions affect people of all age groups, and vary in presentation; from asymptomatic to severely debilitating. Studies reporting the prevalence and effects of these lesions in adolescents are generally few compared to those describing the demography of dental caries and other or...
Background: Specific research is sparse on renal dysfunction among homogenous group of young adults. This study estimated the prevalence of renal dysfunction among apparently healthy young adults and determine association (if any) between renal dysfunction and some cardiovascular risk facto...
Background. Maternal mental health during the perinatal period has been of interest to many researchers, with antenatal depression and postnatal depression (PND) being a leading cause of morbidity. The adverse effects of maternal depression on the offspring throughout
infancy, childhood and adolescence a...
