Ehiaghe, JI., Ogbebor, AO., Asiriuwa, I., Erhunmwunse, R.U., Ayanlere, KM., Amengialue, O.O, Ehiaghe F.A & Ogbodo, E.C.·Asian Journal of Medicine and Health·2025
Antibiotic resistance has emerged as a critical global health challenge, exacerbated by the widespread misuse and overuse of antibiotics. The aim of this research was geared to determine the pattern of multidrug resistance (MDR) isolates among patients with post-operative surgica...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i41216
Background: Spinal anaesthesia is the most preferred regional anesthesia technique as it is easy to perform, economical and produces rapid onset of anaesthesia and complete muscle relaxation. Present study aims to evaluate the effects of intrathecal 0.5% hyperbaric levobupivacain...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i41214
Background: Hypovitaminosis D is considerably prevalent among individuals with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM), with vascular complications and delayed wound healing. This study aims to assess the pattern of this of hydroxyvitamin D levels and associated factors among diabetics a...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i41215
Okutu, Jackson Borobueb, Onitsha Enebrayi Nelson, Abiodun Funmilayo Tosin, Lokoja Ebiweni James, Ndu- Oseh Nwamaka Joyce & Odumoson Newton Cleston·Asian Journal of Medicine and Health·2025
Introduction: Glaucoma is a neurodegenerative eye condition and is characterized by raised intraocular pressure. When left untreated, patients may gradually experience visual field loss, and even lose their sight completely. Aim: This study aimed to evaluate plasma enzymatic and...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i41213
Noorjahan Akter, Sharmin Akter Rime, Mahedi Afroz Shakil, Mursel Mashruh, Zaki Ibn Bari, Tamanna Rahman Shanta, Fahim Foysal kollol, Pinjay Biswas, Mst Anjuman Ara & Sadique Salehin·Asian Journal of Medicine and Health·2025
Background: Intestinal stomas are often constructed in emergency abdominal surgeries, when primary repair of bowel carries high risk of anastomotic leakage due to peritoneal contamination or inflamed bowel or in hemodynamically unstable patient, such as typhoid ulcer perforation,...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i41212
In the Western world, ovarian cancer is the most fatal and second most prevalent gynecologic cancer. Ovarian cancer is usually diagnosed in an advanced stage. Ovarian cancer is a dangerous tumor that affects women’s reproductive systems and poses a significant threat to their hea...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i41210
Ehiaghe F A, Ogonna J., Ehiaghe I.J, Erhunmwunse R U., Anyaegbu I H, Chukwuanukwu R. C, Onyenekwe C. C., Osakue O. N, Okafoanyali O & Ogbodo EC·Asian Journal of Medicine and Health·2025
Post-surgical wound infections (PSWI) remain a significant concern in post-operative care, potentially leading to prolonged hospital stays, increased healthcare costs, and compromised patient outcome. The study aimed at evaluating the levels of interferon gamma (IFN-γ), interleuk...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i41211
This case report discusses the clinical presentation, diagnostic challenges and management of a 24-year-old male with anti-GAD65 encephalitis. The report highlights the importance of early diagnosis and treatment to ensure a favourable outcome. The glutamic acid decarboxylase 65-...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i41208
Background: Acute liver injury is a precursor of many chronic liver diseases which are of major global health burden. Chemicals including drugs, alcohol and psychoactive substances constitute major causes of acute liver injury. Methods: Varying degrees (mild, moderate and severe)...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i41209
Background: Diabetes self-management education (DSME) is a cornerstone of diabetes care, but its effectiveness in improving health outcomes remains inconsistently synthesized. Objective: To evaluate the effect of DSME on glycemic control, self-care behaviours, quality of life, an...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i41207
Non-operative management of acute appendicitis has seen an increasing trend in the management of acute appendicitis, especially after the Covid-19 outbreak. With better imaging modalities like computerized tomography and better broad-spectrum antibiotics, non-operative treatment...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i41206
Aims: Hypertriglyceridemia, a prevalent lipid disorder linked to cardiovascular disease and metabolic complications, arises from genetic, lifestyle, or secondary factors like diabetes and obesity. While lifestyle changes and conventional treatments help, many patients need altern...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i41205
Aim: The study aimed to investigate and evaluate the Prevalence of Multi-drug Resistance bacteria on ready to eat fruits in Kano Metropolis, and the associated risk factor. Methodology: The study used mixed methods design. Samples were collected from various street vendors and l...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i41204
Menarche is the symbol of a shift from a girl to woman. Age at menarche is important as it influence health in adulthood. This study was aimed to investigate the impact of socio-economic background on age at menarche among school going adolescents. This was a cross sectional ques...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i41201
Background: Cervical carcinoma is the fourth most common cancer in women worldwide and the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths. However, it is potentially treatable if precursor lesions and invasive carcinomas are identified early. Given the poor prognosis associated wi...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i41202