Metabolic syndrome is a complex clinical entity defined by a cluster of interconnected metabolic abnormalities, including central obesity, insulin resistance, hyperglycemia, hypertension, and dyslipidemia. Metabolic syndrome, characterised by the clustering of central obesity, in...
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Research Article10.9734/ajorrin/2025/v8i1145
Oluwafemi O. Akanbi, Ezinnebuchi P. Uzor-Lawrence, Fahidah D. Adediran, Adaeze B. Eze, Dorin I. Obi, Olusegun A. Aladesanmi, Ebubechukwu Ibe, Paul. O. Etakewen, Ibukunoluwa O. Kuyinu & John A. Eze·Asian Journal of Research in Cardiovascular Diseases·2025
Water pipe smoking is believed to be less harmful than cigarette smoking, stemming from the unique design and operation of the device. Water pipe smoking, also known as hookah, shisha, or narghile, has gained global popularity, particularly among adolescents and young adults. Our...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrcd/2025/v7i1132
Kosisochukwu T. Okwunweze, Arube R. Egbo, Tochukwu W. Okahia, Msuurshima C. Asue, Eunice T. Aregbesola, Rejoice C.A. Obike, Kenneth N. Akpa, Abolore Aminat Ajakaye, Nwamaka C. Onubogu, Chibuzor F. Anyanwu, Arinze J. Uwakwe, Omoyelemi F. Idowu, Olaniyi S. Adedayo, John A. Eze & Samuel O. Eze·Asian Journal of Research and Reports in Gastroenterology·2025
Background: Distal ulcerative colitis (DUC), a subtype of ulcerative colitis (UC), primarily affects the rectum and sigmoid colon. The global incidence of UC varies significantly, with the highest prevalence in North America and Europe. Peak onset occurs between ages 15–30, with...
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