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African Journal of Tropical Medicine and Biomedical Research | %b %2026

Prevalence Of Non-Communicable Diseases In Nigeria;: A Nine Year Systematic Review

Abdulshahid Sarki, Tessy Theodore , Izu Edesiri Godswill, Fatima Mana Babangida, Taofiqat Ikeoluwa Alabi, Kallah Patience Asa, Opeyemi Abolarin, Oluwatomi V. Adara, Hamza Bello, Samaila Muhammad

Introduction: Globally, Non-Communicable Diseases are responsible for 41 million Deaths each year, which contribute to 74% of all death. Furthermore, 17 million people die before they reach age...

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African Journal of Tropical Medicine and Biomedical Research | %b %2026

Prevalence, Perception And Management Practices Of Dysmenorrhea Among Students Of Delta State University, Abraka, South-South Nigeria

Adrian Itivere Omogbiya, Jasmine Ogechukwu Ottah, Augustina Oghenevwaerhe Jewo, Omozefe Edith Okoro, Dr. Tedwins J.O. Emudainohwo, Winifred Demaki, Dr. Emuesiri Goodies Moke, Maxwell Oboh, Oruese Orovwigho, Chidebe E

Introduction: Dysmenorrhea is a common gynaecological disorder among women of reproductive age worldwide. Undergraduate students may be particularly affected, as dysmenorrhea may negatively...

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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 %2023

Prevalence of gestational diabetes mellitus, fetal and maternal outcomes of parturients with risk factors versus parturients without risk factors for gestational diabetes mellitus: A preliminary analysis of the comparative study of blood sugar levels at a tertiary hospital in southern Nigeria

Omo-Aghoja Lawrence, Onohwakpor EA, Adeyinka AT, Asaboro N,, Oyeye Lucky

Background: Typically asymptomatic, gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) has been associated with myriads of maternal and fetal complications and has been shown to predict morbidity in both...

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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 %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 %2022

Chronic Venous Leg Ulcers: A Narrative Review

Dr. Otene CI, Dr. Akpo EE, Dr. Uchendu JO, Dr. Odion-Obomhense HK, Dr. Sefia ET, Dr. Ikubor JE, Dr. Oriakhi SN, Dr. Orugbo VP, Dr. Odatuwa-Omagbemi DO, Dr. Obanovwe CE

Background: Chronic venous leg ulcers are known to be very common and debilitating. Treatment is arduous and recurrence rates are high. The prevalence of chronic venous disease (CVD),...

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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 %2025

Pre-Examination Stress Among Pre-Clinical Medical Students:: A Nigerian Survey

Dr. Beryl Shitandi Ominde, Dr. Mamerhi Taniyohwo Enaohwo, Mr. Ogheneyole Jeremiah, Miss. Orovwoghene Faithful Omoro, Prof. Patrick Sunday Igbigbi

Introduction: The demands of medical education predispose to high stress levels, compromising students' well-being and performance. This study investigated the sources, severity, and effects of...

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

A Computed Tomographic Study on The Morphological Variants of The Uncinate Process in A Selected Nigerian Population

Dr. Ominde Beryl Shitandi, Dr. Ikubor Joyce Ekeme, Dr. Enaohwo Taniyohwo Mamerhi , Dr. Iju Wilson Josiah, Prof. Patrick S. Igbigbi

Introduction : The variants of the uncinate process (UP) influence the patency of the osteomeatal complex. They impair the paranasal sinus drainage hence, predispose to chronic rhinosinusitis....

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