Introduction: association with HIV tuberculosis is a real public health problem according the International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease. The objective of this work is to study the epidemiological, progressive and therapeutic aspects of pulmonary tuberculosis in di...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2024/v15i7356
Objective: To assess the efficacy of current hygiene practices at the tertiary center through comprehensive microbiological surveillance, and to provide targeted recommendations for enhancing hospital hygiene to mitigate infection risks. Methodology: A cross-sectional study emp...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2024/v15i7357
Henry Chiagozie Igwenagu, Nneka U Igboeli, Somtochukwu Maria-regina Nwajiobi, Samuel Ebuka Boniface, Samuel Chijioke Ofili, Peterkings Eriuroro Jokoh, Innocent Jephereson Emeka, Micheal Chinyem Okonkwo, Chidera Lawrencia Iyi & Evaristus Jideofor Ugboma·Asian Journal of Research in Infectious Diseases·2024
Aims: The prevalence of self-medication worldwide has been on the increase especially with the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. Even though self-medication can reduce pressure on the healthcare, the seeming downsides is overwhelming especially with the lockdown in the COVID-19...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2024/v15i6355
Knowledge of the risk factors of chronic kidney disease can assist in early detection of the disease and in the reduction of the incidence of complications. If people are aware of the risk factors for developing chronic kidney disease, they may engage in or adopt certain lifestyl...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2024/v15i6353
Introduction: Pressure ulcers, also known as bedsores, pose a significant concern in critically ill patients due to prolonged immobility and complex medical conditions. Objective: This review examines the evidence supporting various nursing interventions to prevent pressure ulcer...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2024/v15i6354
Tuberculosis affecting the thyroid gland is a rare occurrence, even in the regions where tuberculosis is prevalent. This case report details the presentation of a 22-year-old male who initially presented with a life-threatening condition of cardiac tamponade, ultimately diagnosed...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2024/v15i6352
Background: Cefuroxime axetil has shown effectiveness as part of intravenous/oral sequential therapy for community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) treatment, although some countries currently lack dosage recommendations for this regimen. In addition, the perspectives of clinicians were...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2024/v15i6351
Although coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has led to significant morbidity and mortality worldwide, countries in the equatorial and tropical zones seem to have the lowest figures in terms of incidence and mortality. Throughout the pandemic, Africa has remained as lowest contin...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2024/v15i5349
Background: Human Immunodeficiency Virus is a lentivirus, a member of Retroviridae family that causes Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome. Globally, it was estimated that about 0.7% adult, aged 15- 49 years are living with HIV, with a prevalence of about 1.4% in Nigeria. However,...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2024/v15i6350
Correctional centers have been reported to be associated with several conditions predisposing inmates to health challenges as a result of exposure to disease causing microbial population. This study therefore targeted the Molecular Characterization and Antimicrobial susceptibilit...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2024/v15i5348