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Ofonime Benjamin Essien

Publications (8)

Toxicological Evaluation of Emerging One-Step Urinary Multi-Drug Test Panels for Detecting Substance Abuse among Apparently Healthy Prospective Blood Donors: A Systematic Review

Jacques Forwah Ndeh, Ofonime Benjamin Essien, Edung Emen Samuel, Oghenerukevwe Anthony Ovadje, Catherine Samuel Edung, Benjamin Maji Faith, Uwem Akpan Uko, Nathan Ehizeme Ehioghae, Etieno Isong-Asuquo, Kelechi Chukwuemeka Nwaozuzu, Eberechukwu Emmaculata Oyere, Bukunade P Adenusi, Ogochukwu Chinwoke Etoniru, Theresa Chukwuwa, O. Nwankwo Chukwudubem, Kelechi Nkemakolam Ezeigbo, Abdulraheem Olayinka, Ejike Emmanuel Ogbodo, Oke Opeoluwa Oluwaseun, Ekpe Okpala Aribo, Ofor Joshua Obase-Otumoyi, Idiege Idiege Omang, Immaculate Ihuoma Ekeagba, O. Kingsley Akabat & Abeshi Sylvester Etenikang · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2026

Background: Blood safety is threatened by prospective donors under the influence of psychoactive substances such as opioids, cannabinoids, and amphetamines. These substances can go undetected during routine donor screening, posing a risk to blood supplies worldwide. Urinary multi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2026/v18i4535

Exploring New Risk Factors and Preventive Strategies for Premature Rupture of Fetal Membranes: A Systematic Review of Current Prevalence of Traditional, Lifestyle, Nutritional, Physiological and Haematological Factors

Jacques Forwah Ndeh, Ofonime Benjamin Essien, Edung Emen Samuel, Esther N. Okpako, Khadijah Garba Nabayi, Mfonabasi J. Ekanem, Egbunonwo Clement Chukwuma, Frank Oluseyi Olaniru, Chiamaka Vianney Ndimele, Obasi Chukwuebuka Michael, Ngwogu Kelechi Kenneth, Peculiar Osaromoye Ajayi, Yewande Bamgbade, Samuel Akinkunmi Akinremi, Idayat Adejumoke Salami-Folami, Ayobami Olukayode Alalade, Mujidat Adenike Badmus, Nathan Ehizeme Ehioghae, Adeagbo Jesutomi Boluwatife, Fajuyigbe Bolatito Mary, Chukuamaka Iweze Ifukor, Olumayowa Jacob Mosaku, Medinat Enimire Abubakar, Chatt Usaini, Chimmuanya Chuka-Okoli, Habiba Abdulkadir, Ibuje Taghogho Emuobo, Oluleke Ruth, Abadat Moyosore Liadi, Idedia Princess Chinonyerem, Oluwaseyi Mary Omosaye, Kunna Noral Ugaliegbulam, Chuba Emmanuel Ifedigbo, Edeani Bobby David, Ewa Anthony Obi, Etukemo Ubong Amos, Idiege Idiege Omang, Ngha James Ngah, Ofor Joshua Obase-Otumoyi, Immaculate Ihuoma Ekeagba, Nwafor Kelvin Chidera, Ekpe Okpala Aribo, Ushie Godwin Abua, Kingsley Akabat O, Abeshi Sylvester Etenikang, James kolawole Ogah & Bridget Mosy Likico · Asian Research Journal of Gynaecology and Obstetrics · 2026

Background: According to most recent hypotheses, premature rupture of fetal membranes (PROM) remains a leading cause of preterm birth and neonatal morbidity worldwide, affecting approximately 5–10% of all pregnancies. Harmful traditional practices, lifestyle choices, nutritional...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arjgo/2026/v9i1337

Systematic Review on Multiple Myeloma: Its Current Prevalence, Etiology, Pathophysiology, Clinical Features, Diagnostic Criteria, Staging Challenges, Management Strategies, Complications, and Prognostic Outcomes

Jacques Forwah Ndeh, Edung Emen Samuel, Ofonime Benjamin Essien, Bassey Okon Bassey, Moday Agaei Onovoh, Oke Opeoluwa Oluwaseun, Rukayat Olawumi Olabiyi, Diderot Tiemen Charles, Joy Samuel-Nwadike, Ewa Anthony Obi, Idiege Idiege Omang, Adebayo Adeoye, Chinedum Sam Iheukwumere, Ayobami Olukayode Alalade, Olasunbo Oluwaseun Oyedepo, Gbeminiyi Ebenezer Adekanmbi, Eguakun Eseosa Collins, Adenowo Adegbenga Adeseye, Aleka Joy Omari, Olaleke Ajayi, Isu-Egwu Stella Nnenna, Funsho Jacob Akande, Ilevbare Martina Olohirere, Zahra Aliyu, Akaba Kingsley Onoridea, Nnaji Chimuanya Joseph, Immaculate Ihuoma Ekeagba, Ushie Godwin Abua & Abeshi Sylvester Etenikang · Journal of Cancer and Tumor International · 2026

Background: Multiple myeloma (MM) is a complex and multifaceted hematological malignancy characterized by clonal proliferation of plasma cells in the bone marrow. This process may lead to bone destruction, anemia, hypercalcemia, renal impairment, variable relapsing and refractory...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jcti/2026/v16i3366

Full Blood Count Platelet Parameters in Sickle Cell Disease: A Systematic Review of Thrombocytosis, Thrombocytopenia, and Clinical Implications

Jacques Forwah Ndeh, Edung Emen Samuel, Ofonime Benjamin Essien, Bassey Okon Bassey, Mansurat Oluwasshola Alabi, Ihuoma Fidelia Onunaku, Joy Oyemwen Aikpitanyi, Diderot Tiemen Charles, Ewa Anthony Obi, Idiege Idiege Omang, Edomaruse Maxwell Joseph, Alu Owere Emmanuel, Prince-Nnabugwu Ruth Amarachukwu, Adegboyega Akintola, Asuquo Ukemeobong Michael, Maduka Ekene Ekezie, Gbeminiyi Ebenezer Adekanmbi, Ike-Ogbonna Ginikachi Valerie, Agbayewa Ademola, Chioma Kenis Onyejekwe, Oluwatobiloba Akinwale, Egwowa M. Elo-Oghene, Bushirat Mulero, Sally Tsagli, Abdullah Damilare Shonola, Oyibo Basil Eze, Princess Adebanwi, Akaba Kingsley Onoridea, Nnaji Chimuanya Joseph, Ushie Godwin Abua, Immaculate Ihuoma Ekeagba, Tams Isaac Tamunobelema & Abeshi Sylvester Etenikang · International Journal of Research and Reports in Hematology · 2026

Background: Sickle cell disease (SCD) is characterized by chronic hemolysis, endothelial dysfunction, and systemic inflammation, each of which disrupts platelet homeostasis. The full blood count (FBC), the most universally available hematological test, remains underutilized in ro...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijr2h/2026/v9i2235

Evaluation of Clinical Utility and Sample Types for Emerging Specific and Direct Alcohol Biomarkers for the Detection of Alcohol Use History among Prospective Blood Donors: A Theoretical Review

Jacques Forwah Ndeh, Ushie Godwin Abua, Edung Emem Samuel, Ogochukwu Chinwoke Etoniru, Chukuamaka Iweze Ifukor, Chiamaka Vianney Ndimele, Edung Catherine, Worship Tega Ewhrudjakpor, Akpojovwo Esther Ufuomanefe, Chinedum Sam Iheukwumere, Aishatu Omoragbon, Abayomi Oluwatobi Opadijo, Felix Nsofor, Ibuje Taghogho Emuobo, Amahan Anne, Kelechi Chukwuemeka Nwaozuzu, Ekwueme Michael Chibueze, Kunna Ugaliegbulam, Chuba Ifedigbo, Edeani Bobby David, Ewa Anthony Obi, Etukemo Ubong Amos, Idiege Idiege Omang, Ofonime Benjamin Essien, Ngha James Ngah, Ofor Joshua Obase-Otumoyi, Immaculate Ihuoma Ekeagba, Akpojivi Bridget Ejiroghene, Joel Danladi Bala & Abeshi Sylvester Etenikang · International Blood Research & Reviews · 2026

The detection of alcohol use history amongst potential blood donors is crucial to ensure the safety of the blood supply. Traditional laboratory-based testing methods have shown to have some limitations namely lengthy turnaround times and high costs. Emerging direct and specific a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ibrr/2026/v17i2380

Exploring the Frequency and Indications of Alternative Blood Transfusion Strategies in Children with ABO and Rh Blood Types: A Systematic Review

Jacques Forwah Ndeh, Edeani Bobby David, Edung Emem Samuel, Arinze Joseph Edochie, Onajiyovwi M.Collins, Enomen Ekata, Uchenna Livinus Akuka, Okoye Chukwuebuka Daniel, Okoli Ijeoma Chinasa, Emefuru Juliet Adaku, Tagbo Chinenye Peace, Tamarapiriye Powei Ojujoh, Oluwatofunmi Olarewaju, Ramatu Umar Ibrahim, Ekere Chinedu Romanus, Ademola Samuel Adeyemi, Joy Heart Avong, Olaosebikan Oluwaseun Dorcas, Vivian Somtoochukwu Ibezim, Emekwue Chukwudi Alex, Kingsley Akaba Onoride, Ofor Joshua Obase-Otumoyi, Idiege Idiege Omang, Ofonime Benjamin Essien, Immaculate Ihuoma Ekeagba & Abeshi Sylvester Etenikang · Asian Journal of Pediatric Research · 2025

Background: Blood transfusions are crucial in pediatric care, particularly for children with hematological disorders. Understanding the impact of ABO and Rh blood types on transfusion outcomes is essential for optimizing patient care. Objectives: This systematic review explores t...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajpr/2025/v15i12504

Association Between Maternal Anemia and Premature Rupture of Membranes: A Literature Review

Otti Chidibere Joel, Forwah Jacques Ndeh, Emem Samuel Edung, Shemarah Lindo, Islamiyat Ajibola Lawal, Asogwa Augustine Oluchukwu, Ekwuazi Kingsley Emeka, Medinat Enimire Abubakar, Ifezuoke Tochukwu Dickson, Duru Chinazom Victor, Chidike Onyedikachi Ezegwui, Eke-Otuka Uzochukwu, Orakwe Chukwudumebi Somto, Catherine Samuel Edung, Euna Kenechi Onyia, Idayat Adejumoke Salami-Folami, Funke Basirat Sangodara, Inyangmme Iniabasi Ime, Ewa Anthony Obi, Ngha James Ngah, Etukemo Ubong Amos, Ekpe Okpala Aribo, Ofor Joshua Obase-Otumoyi, Idiege Idiege Omang, Ofonime Benjamin Essien, Akunna Noral Ugaliegbulam, Chuba Emmanuel Ifedigbo, Edeani Bobby David, Ushie Godwin Abua, Immaculate Ihuoma Ekeagba, Kingsley Akabat O, James kolawole Ogah & Abeshi Sylvester Etenikang · Asian Journal of Pregnancy and Childbirth · 2026

Background: Premature rupture of fetal membranes (PROM) is a significant obstetric complication affecting 2-4% of pregnancies, according to the World Health Organization (WHO, 2025) reports and others recent studies. Objective: This review examines the link between maternal anemi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajpcb/2026/v9i1197

Critical Review of Emerging Automated Rapid Diagnostic and Point-of-Care Testing Devices for the Detection of Alcohol Use History among Potential Blood Donors

Jacques Forwah Ndeh, Ekpe Okpata Aribo, Edeani Bobby David, Arinze Joseph Edochie, Edung Emem Samuel, Emekwue Chukwudi Alex, Uchenna Livinus Akuka, Taiwo Phillips, Kelechi Anita Onwodi, Yaa Adwubi Asamoah, Ughachukwu Goodness Idinma, Damilola Isaac Kolawole, Aduago Olga Maduabuchukwu, Fasola Monioluwa, Ramatu Umar Ibrahim, Halliday Chidinma Adaeze, Ijeoma Amanda Eboh, Agiere Okpa Osim, Omowole Oladipupo Kolapo, Tega Worship Ewhrudjakpor, Rafiat Baderinwa-Ahmed, Bolodeoku Olasope Esther, Idiege Idiege Omang, Ofor Joshua Obase-Otumoyi, Akaba Kingsley Onoride, Ofonime Benjamin Essien, Immaculate Ihuoma Ekeagba & Abeshi Sylvester Etenikang · Asian Hematology Research Journal · 2026

Identifying a history of alcohol consumption in prospective blood donors is a critical component of safeguarding the blood supply. Conventional laboratory analyses are often constrained by extended processing durations and significant expense. Innovative technologies, including a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ahrj/2026/v9i1228