Aim: To examine the effect of Fleurya aestuans extract (FAE) on histological and renal function test (RFT) in an alloxan-induced type 2 diabetes rat model. Study Design: The experiment was conducted in the department of Human Physiology, Madonna University, Nigeria, between Augus...
Aim: The present study aimed to determine the toxicity and hypoglycemic effect of Yoyo Bitters in animal model. Methodology: The study was conducted at Rivers State University (RSU). The laboratory animals were housed in the animal house of the biology department where the practi...
Aims: The study aims to assess the impact of using pRIFLE criteria to define the incidence, the main causes, outcome, and associated morbidity of AKI at SQUH pediatric ICU. Also, we aim to implement a guideline for the early detection and management of AKI in critically sick Oman...
This study looked at the influence of Cola nitida on thirst perception in male and female human participants. The participants in the research ranged in age from 18 to 28 years old and were non-obese (30 males and 30 females) and non-habitual Cola nut chewers. They were divided i...
Background: Hydronephrosis is the dilatation of the renal calyces and pelvises by urine, as a result of obstruction of the outflow of urine distal to the renal pelvis. It is a common finding in normal pregnancy, and usually physiological. Objective: To determine the relationship...
The aim of this study was to evaluate the therapeutic potential of ethanolic leaf extract of A. occidentale in wistar rats. Freshly harvested leaves of A. occidentale were shade dried and ground to fine powder. 500 g of powdered plant sample was macerated in ethanol for 72 hrs. T...
Aim: To evaluate the levels of some kidney and liver function markers in humans exposed to pesticides in Okagwe and Ihe-Nta, Abia State, Nigeria. Study Design: A cross-sectional study. Place and Duration of Study: Abia-ADP, Ohafia Zone and Department of Biochemistry, University...
Thyrotoxicosis hypokalemic paralysis is a relatively uncommon, life-threatening complication of hyperthyroidism that is most frequently seen in young Asian males but can occur sporadically in other races. The present case report discusses a 33-year-old non-diabetic non-alcoholic...
Aim: The aim of this study was to assess the renoprotective effect of Pentaclethra macrophylla seed (Ugba) against Mercury induced acute kidney injury in male Albino Rats. Study Design: This is an interventional study. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Animal and Enviro...
Aim: The aim of this study was to assess the chronic toxicological effects of 2, 2-dichlorovinyl dimethyl phosphate (Sniper) on the kidneys of New Zealand white Rabbits. Study Design: This is an experimental study. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Biological Science, R...