Aim: Neurologic disorders are a common cause of morbidity and disability in children worldwide. There is a dearth of knowledge of neurologic disorders in private health facilities thus this study was done to determine the prevalence and pattern of these disorders. Study Design:...
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Research Article10.9734/acri/2025/v25i11038
Introduction: Blood transfusion is a life-saving procedure best carried out as soon as it is recommended to avoid morbidity and mortality. Aim: To determine the Pattern, complications and social problems of blood transfusion in a neonatal unit in Southern Nigeria. Methodology: A...
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Research Article10.9734/ibrr/2024/v15i2338
Introduction: Sickle cell disease, an autosomal recessive genetic disorder is characterized by chronic haemolytic anaemia often leading to life-threatening events triggered by acute sickling of red blood cells and microvascular occlusion resulting in frequent admissions. Aim: To...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpr/2023/v12i1230
Background: Neonatal mortality rate is an important indicator which does not only reflect the overall health of a child and well-being but also assesses the social and economic development of a country. Aim: The study was carried out to determine the pattern and factors associate...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpr/2022/v10i2192
Aim: This study was undertaken to assess the knowledge, attitude and practice towards neonatal jaundice among pregnant women. Study Design: A cross-sectional questionnaire-based study. Place and Duration of Study: The study was carried out in the antenatal clinic of the Rivers St...
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Research Article10.9734/ijtdh/2021/v42i2330559
Aim: This study was carried out to determine the prevalence, pattern and outcome of congenital anomalies among neonates admitted in the neonatal unit of the Rivers State University Teaching Hospital. Study Design: A prospective study. Place and Duration of Study: This study was c...
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Research Article10.9734/ijtdh/2021/v42i2230554
Aim: This study was undertaken to determine the pattern and outcome of paediatric surgeries in a private hospital in Southern Nigeria. Study Design: A retrospective study Place and Duration of Study: Study was carried out at a private paediatric hospital over a 14-months period f...
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Research Article10.9734/ijtdh/2021/v42i1930539
Aim: There is paucity of literature on the prevalence of neonatal anaemia globally thus aim of the study was to evaluate the prevalence, determine the associations and the clinical outcome of neonates with anaemia. Study Design: This was a descriptive prospective cross-sectional...
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Research Article10.9734/acri/2021/v21i430241
Background: Ibuprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug that is used to relieve pain, fever, and inflammation and is often procured over the counter and given to children before presentation at the hospital. Objective of the Study: To determine the prevalence of pre-hospi...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpr/2024/v14i9386
Background: Antibiotics are prescription-only medications but can be procured over the counter. This over the counter use of antibiotic is of global health concern as it has led to antibiotics resistance, increased severe side effects, increased cost and a cycle of abuse/misuse....
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Research Article10.9734/ijtdh/2024/v45i91588
Background: Paracetamol is a medication that is often procured over the counter in many nations including Nigeria. It is therefore prone to abuse/misuse with consequences. Objective of the Study: To determine the prevalence of pre-hospital use of paracetamol, preferred formulatio...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpr/2024/v14i6352
Background: Misconceptions about teething are prevalent even in the 21st century, especially in developing countries like Nigeria. These myths, which are handed down from one generation to another may lead to trivialization of severe childhood illnesses as well as practices that...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpr/2021/v7i430228
Background: Post neonatal tetanus, a vaccine preventable disease is a cause of childhood morbidity and mortality in many developing countries including Nigeria. This study was carried out to determine the prevalence, clinical profile and outcome of children with post-neonatal tet...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2021/v7i130209