Introduction: The ABO and Rh blood groups are the most clinically relevant blood groups in transfusion medicine. Pregnancy could be associated with complications and may require blood transfusion. Aims: This study aimed to determine the distribution of ABO and Rh D blood groups a...
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Research Article10.9734/arjgo/2026/v9i1336
Introduction: Haemoglobinopathies are among the most common genetic disorders worldwide, inherited as autosomal recessive disorders from healthy-carrier parents. Pregnancy in patients with SCD is associated with an increased maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality. Aim: The ai...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpcb/2026/v9i1193
Background: Mental wellbeing of the expectant mother, with particular reference to depression may be improved with a strong and effective family support. This study thus aimed to determine the relationship between major depression with perceived family support among pregnant wome...
Ada Nkemagu Okocha, Mkpe Abbey, Alali Dan-Jumbo, Paul O. Dienye, Simeon Chijioke Amadi, Chukwuma U. Okeafor, Paul Kilalolo Biralo & Faithwin Horsfall·Asian Journal of Pregnancy and Childbirth·2023
Background: Major antepartum depression is associated with multisystemic symptoms, functional impairment, obstetric complications and even maternal mortality secondary to suicide if not promptly treated. Aims: To determine the prevalence of antepartum depression among pregnant wo...
Background: Caesarean section (CS) is a major obstetric surgery done for pregnant women and is lifesaving. Aim: The study was aimed at reviewing CS at the Rivers State University Teaching Hospital (RSUTH), to determine the prevalence, trend and indications, for improved manageme...
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Research Article10.9734/jammr/2021/v33i2331198
Enefia Kelvin Kiridi, Peter Chibuzor Oriji, Olakunle Ifeoluwa Makinde, Obiora Chibundu, Johnpatrick Uchenna Ugwoegbu, Panebi Yao Bosrotsi, Simeon Chijioke Amadi, Abednigo Ojanerohan Addah & Adedotun Daniel Adesina·Journal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences·2022
Background: Hysterosalpingography is an investigative modality used in the evaluation of the uterine cavity, fallopian tubes, and adjacent peritoneal cavity following the injection of contrast material through the cervical canal. Objective: To determine the relationship between a...
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Research Article10.9734/jamps/2022/v24i12591