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Morphological and Biochemical Effects of Aqueous Extract of Moringa oleifera Leaf on Cobalt Chloride-Induced Cerebral Damage in Adult Wistar Rats

A. J. Ajibade, A. E. Okeleye & I. A. Ogunmola · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2021

Cobalt induces hypoxia in the brain which leads to oxygen deprivation resulting in cognitive disturbance and decreased motor control. This study evaluated the effect of Moringa oleifera extract on the cobalt chloride-induced cerebral cortex of adult male wistar rats.  40 male wis...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2021/v19i730344

Vitamin C in the Prevention of Contrast-induced Nephropathy among High-risk Patients Undergoing Coronary Angiogram: A Meta-analysis

Rainnier Y. Ong, Lou Andrew Palanca & Leana Agustin · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2021

Background: Contrast-Induced nephropathy (CIN) is one of the leading causes of acute kidney injury. The most common procedures associated with CIN are coronary angiography and contrast enhanced computed tomography (CT) [1].  The most common definition in use is an increase in ser...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2021/v19i730343

Understanding Benefits of Curcumin on Cognitive Function from Molecular Aspect: A Review

A. A. A. Putri Laksmidewi & Richard Suherlim · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2021

Cognitive function has a significant impact on individuals’ quality of life. Over time, human cognitive function tends to decline. The importance of cognitive function in everyday life has led many researchers to seek alternative treatments to maintain and improve cognitive funct...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2021/v19i730340

Systematic Review of Visceral Leishmaniasis in Central Africa

Demba Kodindo Israël, Cheick Amadou Coulibaly, John C. Beier, Gunter C. Muller & Seydou Doumbia · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2021

In underdeveloped countries, infectious diseases remain one of the most important public health challenges. Visceral leishmaniasis, also known as Kala-azar, is a lethal vector-borne parasitic disease with an increasing number of cases. However, it remains one of the most neglecte...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2021/v19i730341

Using Ultraviolet A to Check Inanimate Objects for Thorough Cleanliness during COVID-19 Pandemic

Charles Micallef · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2021

Introduction: Clean surroundings present lesser chances of catching Novel Coronavirus. Ultraviolet A (UVA, black light) flashlights can reveal things which the eye may miss but hardly anything is documented on the internet about UV and Covid-19 Pandemic when it comes to hygiene o...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2021/v19i630339

Opinions of the Healthcare Providers Regarding a Medically Oriented Sri Lankan Teledrama

H. T. D. W. Ariyarathna · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2021

Introduction: A considerable portion of the ethics related to the medical curriculum is taught to the students by a department of forensic medicine. Medical professionals generally depict good ethical behavior while any deviations from the ethical practices negatively affect the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2021/v19i630337

Precise Intraoperative Lymph Node Identification by Isosulfan Blue of Occult Neck Lymph Node Metastases for Decision to Convert from Supraomohyoid Neck Dissection to Comprehensive Neck Dissection in Early-Stage Oral Cancer

Somjin Chindavijak · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2021

Objective: To study the sensitivity and specificity of peritumoral isosulfan blue dye injection for localization of suspected metastatic lymph nodes. Materials and methods: The study included all patients diagnosed with early-stage oral cancer between January 2018 and March 2020....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2021/v19i630338

Biosecurity Practices and Potential Biological Risks in Poultry Farms in Agnibilekrou and in Peri Urban Areas of Abidjan

M. C. Kadja, S. Sourokou Sabi, C N’guessan, F.X Laleye, Y. Kane & Y. Kaboret · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2021

This study aimed to evaluate biosecurity practices and potential biological risks in poultry farms in Agnibilékrou and in the peri-urban areas of Abidjan. It took place from August to December 2008. A total of 219 poultry farms were surveyed, including 119 in Sector 3 and 100 in...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2021/v19i630335

Risk Factors and Outcome of Acute Poisoning in Childrens

Abdul Sami Qureshi, Farhana Zafar, Madiha Waseem, Muhammad Taimor & . Sobia · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2021

Objective: To determine the risk factors and outcome of acute poisoning in children at a tertiary care hospital of Karachi. Study design: Cross sectional study Place and duration of study: Department of Emergency Medicine, Dr Ziauddin Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan.  From January 20...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2021/v19i630336

PH, CRP as Prognostic Indicators for the Success of Treatment with Non-invasive Ventilation in Patients with Chronic Respiratory Failure Type II

Hiba Alkhayer, Alkassem Alkhayer, Mohamad Imad Khayat & Malek Hijazieh · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2021

Background: Non-invasive mechanical ventilation (NIMV) provides an alternative option to the initiation of invasive mechanical ventilation in patients with acute respiratory failure, avoiding the associated adverse events. Objective: the present study aimed to assess the outcome...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2021/v19i630334

Radiographic Anatomy of the Abdomen of Local Breed Dogs

Kabkia Dieudoné, Kadja Mireille, Gbande Pihou, Sonhaye Lantam & Agba Kondi · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2021

Objectives: The anatomical area that constitutes the abdomen is an area that is often subject to serious conditions. These diseases can affect the digestive and urogenital systems and radiography is a complementary examination of choice to refine the diagnosis. This study had for...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2021/v19i630332

Knowledge of Eclampsia among Pregnant Women Attending a Tertiary Antenatal Clinic in Ikenne LGA, Ogun State, Nigeria

Eniola D. Makinde & Dora O. Akinboye · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2021

Background: Eclampsia is a hypertensive disorder of pregnancy; it is major global health problem and a common medical complication of pregnancy among pregnant women residing in low and middle income countries. It is the development of convulsions and or coma that is not related t...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2021/v19i630333

Home Recording And Video Selection: Their use In A Low-Resource Setting For Epilepsy Diagnosis

Joseph. O. Yaria & Adesola Ogunniyi · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2021

Objective: In management of epilepsy, identification of an epileptic seizure, classification, epilepsy syndromes, and management decisions relies heavily on seizure semiology. However, since most seizures are not witnessed, obtained semiology has its limitations. This study aimed...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2021/v19i530331

Regulation of Biochemical Markers by Soymilk and Physical Exercise on Obese Rats

M. B. S. Dandji & F. N. Zambou · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2021

Background: Obesity is an excess of body fat that cause cardiovascular risk and it prevalence in Cameroon among adults is high. Aims: This study took place in the animal house of the Department of Biochemistry of the University of Dschang between June 2020 and February 2021 and t...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2021/v19i530330