Background: Pre-eclampsia remains a major cause of maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality, particularly in low-resource settings. Alterations in coagulation and fibrinolytic pathways may contribute to disease progression and provide useful indicators of severity. Aim: Thi...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrgy/2026/v9i1195
Background. Adolescent sexual and reproductive health (SRH) knowledge may coexist with practices that increase exposure to sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and unintended pregnancy. This study described sexual experience, STI and contraceptive awareness, and SRH information...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrgy/2026/v9i1194
The vaginal microbiome undergoes dynamic changes during pregnancy and plays an important role in maintaining maternal reproductive health and supporting a healthy pregnancy. The vaginal microbial community is commonly dominated by Lactobacillus species, which contribute to vagina...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrgy/2026/v9i1193
Background: Chiari II malformation is a congenital hindbrain anomaly that is commonly associated with neural tube defects and can present substantial prenatal and perinatal management challenges. This report describes an unusual co-occurrence of Chiari II malformation and rupture...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrgy/2026/v9i1192
Aims: To determine the prevalence of high-risk human papillomavirus (HPV) genotypes 16 and 18 among HIV-positive women with abnormal cervical cytology at Machakos Level 5 Hospital, Kenya. Study Design: A prospective cross-sectional study. Place and Duration of Study: The Comprehe...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrgy/2026/v9i1191
Background: Menstrual hygiene management is an important component of adolescent health and well-being. This study examined knowledge and practices relating to menstrual hygiene management among adolescent girls in senior secondary schools in Anambra State, Nigeria, including var...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrgy/2026/v9i1189
Background: Regular physical exercise is associated with physiological and health benefits. However, prolonged moderate-to-vigorous exercise increases metabolic activity and may influence mineral homeostasis through trace-element redistribution, sweating, altered metabolic demand...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrgy/2026/v9i1190
Background: Spinal cord injury (SCI) during pregnancy is uncommon and may create complex maternal and fetal management challenges, particularly in resource-limited settings. Potential complications include urinary tract infection, impaired mobility, pressure sores, autonomic dysr...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrgy/2026/v9i1188
Background and Aims: Oxidative stress is implicated in the pathophysiology of preeclampsia and may contribute to maternal organ dysfunction. This study investigated differences in oxidative stress and renal function between patients with severe preeclampsia (SP) and those with no...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrgy/2026/v9i1186
Background: Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) is an autosomal dominant multisystem disorder that may complicate pregnancy through maternal vascular disease and adverse fetal outcomes. Aim: This case report seeks to highlight the challenges associated with managing pregnancy in women...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrgy/2026/v9i1187