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African Journal of Tropical Medicine and Biomedical Research | %b %2025

Blood pressure and associated risk factors of hypertension in patients attending a Family Medicine Clinic in Delta State, Nigeria.

Eguono Marian Ebereghwa, Dr Omonigho Gloria Orhe , Prof Blaise Ebiringa Anyanwu

Introduction : Hypertension is a significant public health issue globally. In recent times, its prevalence in Nigeria is experiencing an upsurge due to the increase in the risk factors associated...

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African Journal of Tropical Medicine and Biomedical Research | %b %2022

Intensity of Urinary Schistosomiasis and Prevalence of Urinary Tract Pathology Among Primary School Pupils in Delta State, South-south, Nigeria

Mbagwu Nkemjika E, Ezeonwu BU, Agabi JO, Okolo Selina N

Abstract Background : The urinary tract pathology (UTP) of urinary schistosomiasis is a common complication of the infection caused by inflammatory reactions mainly against the deposited egg...

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African Journal of Tropical Medicine and Biomedical Research | %b %2025

Evaluating the Impact of Computer-Assisted Cognitive Remediation on Recovery Outcomes in Schizophrenia: A Quasi-Experimental Study from Northwest Nigeria

Abdullahi Abdulwahab Yakubu, Summayyah Muhammad Bashar, Audu Ishaq Aveka, Bashir Adam Yakasai, Mivanyi Musa Murinyi, Sani Khalid

Introduction: Cognitive deficits are a core feature of schizophrenia, profoundly impacting functional recovery. Computer-assisted cognitive remediation (CACR) has shown promise in improving...

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African Journal of Tropical Medicine and Biomedical Research | %b %2025

Knowledge and Uptake of Covid-19 Vaccine Amongst Students of Tertiary Institutions in Oghara, Delta State, Nigeria

Dr Ibobo Mike Enemuwe, Dr Harriet V. Akpughe, Dr Eseoghene Cynthia Umunade, Dr Precious Mattew Suame, Dr Bemigho Ayo Odonmeta , Dr Ijeoma Victoria Ucheya , Dr Ikechukwu Stanley Udeh

Introduction : Coronavirus disease is a global health emergency that began in China, in 2019. It resulted in several morbidity and mortality worldwide. The introduction of Covid-19 vaccine in...

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African Journal of Tropical Medicine and Biomedical Research | %b %2024

Prevalence of Occupational Burnout among Healthcare Workers in Government-owned Health Facilities in Ethiope East Local Government Area of Delta State, Nigeria

Ojeogwu CI, Aboloje EA, Afamefuna FU, Osuvwe CO, Israel OE

Introduction : One of the serious issues facing global health care systems, patient care, and patient safety is burnout among health care workers which is a psychological condition affecting...

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African Journal of Tropical Medicine and Biomedical Research | %b %2025

Induced Abortion As A Method of Contraception by Married Women with Unintended Pregnancy in Delta State, Nigeria: Prevalence, Predictors, and Reproductive Health Burden

Dr. Williams O. Odunvbun, Dr. Ayo Nwaci, Dr. Omonigho Esemuede

Introduction: Unsafe abortion is an important cause of maternal death, globally. Nigeria contributes about twenty percent to the global figure. Induced abortion by married women as a method of...

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African Journal of Tropical Medicine and Biomedical Research | %b %2020

Assessment of Health Workers' Knowledge, Perception and Compliance Following a World Health Organisation Multimodal Hand Hygiene Intervention Campaign an a Nigerian Teaching Hospital

Dr. C.J. Uneke, Ndukwe CD, Prasopa-Plaizier N, Oyibo PG, Nwakpu KO, Nnabu RC

Background: The transmission of health care-associated infections (HCAI) in hospital environment constitutes a significant major public health problem worldwide and health-care workers...

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African Journal of Tropical Medicine and Biomedical Research | %b %2023

Effect of Occupational exposure to Gasoline on Reproductive and Thyroid hormones among male Petrol station attendants in Kwara State

Adunmo Godwin Olawoyin , Sabinari Isaiah Woru, Eyitayo O Adunmo, Seyi Taiwo, Ibrahim Muniru, Busari, A. O.

Introduction: Petrol fume contain organic compounds that have been suggested to be endocrine disruptors. There is paucity of data on petrol fume-linked health challenges in Nigeria. Thus, we...

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African Journal of Tropical Medicine and Biomedical Research | %b %2025

Uniportal Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Bullectomy for Recurrent Spontaneous Pneumothorax: A First Experience Case Report in a Private Hospital

Dr. Ndubuisi Anumenechi, Dr. Yahaya Baba Adamu, Dr. Ikechukwuka I Alioke, Dr. Kehinde Ayuba Suleiman

Introduction : Spontaneous pneumothorax has several causes; one important cause is lung bullae, which typically occur at the apices of the lungs and can rupture, causing pneumothorax. Resection...

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