Evaluation of the Xpert® MTB/RIF Assay and Microscopy for Diagnosing Pulmonary Tuberculosis in Butembo, Democratic Republic of the Congo Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of Xpert® MTB/RIF assay comparing to the acid-fast smear microscopy for diagnosing pulmona...
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Research Article10.9734/JAMB/2017/38667
Background: Emergence of antimicrobial resistance has limited treatment options against bloodstream infections. This study aimed to determine bacterial isolates from blood culture of patients with bloodstream infection and their sensitivity to antimicrobials at patients attending...
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Research Article10.9734/JAMB/2017/38055
Background: Self-medication with antibiotics has been reported among university students in many countries, but no study has been conducted on this issue in Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Aim: This study aimed to assess the knowledge and behaviours of university students...
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Research Article10.9734/JPRI/2017/31848
Michel Kalongo Ilumbulumbu, Joël Kambale Ketha, Vianney Kambere Tshimanga, Gabriel Kambale Bunduki, Moise Muhindo Valimungighe, Tecla Katungu Kitamwivirirwa, Sylvie Visavingi, Franck Katembo Sikakulya & Alexandre Amini Mitamo·Archives of Current Research International·2018
Background: Transfusion safety investigations in sub-Saharan Africa are sparse, often limited to local initiatives. The provision of transfusion products must comply with the rules of good transfusion practice. This study aimed to evaluate transfusion practices in a rural area in...
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Research Article10.9734/ACRI/2018/41831
Background: Hypertension is the more frequent cardiovascular risk factor among diabetic patients and it amplifies the risk of other cardiovascular diseases. Aims: This survey aimed to determine factors incriminated in the outcome of the hypertension among diabetic patients attend...
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Research Article10.9734/IBRR/2017/32269