E. O. Dic-Ijiewere

Haemostatic Dysfunction in Lassa Fever: Implications for Disease Severity and Outcome

E. C. Okpunu, D. O. Olanrewaju, E. O. Dic-Ijiewere, O. S. Otumu, O. A. Awodu, C. C. Nwankwo & T. O. Otumu · International Blood Research & Reviews · 2026

Background: Lassa fever is a viral haemorrhagic illness endemic to Nigeria and other West African countries. Severe cases are often associated with abnormal coagulation and impaired platelet function. Objective: This study primarily assessed coagulation parameters and examined th...