Improved biorepository to support sickle cell disease genomics and clinical research: A practical approach to link patient data and biospecimens from Muhimbili Sickle Cell Program, Tanzania
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Upendo Masamu, Raphael Zozimus Sangeda, Josephine Mgaya
Abstract Genetic modifiers underlying various sickle cell disease phenotypic expressions are largely unexplored in Africa due to lack of databases linking biospecimens with demographic and …
BURNOUT: A PREDICTOR OF ORAL HEALTH IMPACT PROFILE AMONG NIGERIAN EARLY CAREER DOCTORS
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OO Ogunsuji, OM Adebayo, Kehinde Kazeem Kanmodi
ABSTRACT Introduction There have been reported association of oral health disorders with burnout, stress, and mental health. Arguably, with these reported associations, and the current …
Influence of Copper (I) Nicotinate Complex on the Notch1 Signaling Pathways in Triple Negative Breast Cancer Cell Lines
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Mohamed A. Abdel‐Mohsen, Asmaa Badawy, M.A.M. Abu-Youssef
Abstract TNBC is a subtype of breast cancer which is characterized by its aggressiveness, poor survival and short overall survival. Notch signaling pathway has received …
For God and Glory: Perceptions on Indigenization of Clerical Vestments in the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion)
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Francis Omoyele Falako, Philomena Uyovwirume Ofuafo
Religious personnel have always been unique in their costumes that depict ranks, nature of ceremony and roles in a given cultic rite. That the splendid …
Experiences on screening and management of gestational diabetes among women diagnosed with GDM
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Abdulai Abubakari, Mohammed Bukari, Hawa Malechi
Abstract Introduction: Understanding the experiences of women diagnosed with GDM can improve GDM care. Therefore, this study aimed to investigate the perspectives of women in …
Corrigendum: QTL mapping for early root and shoot vigor of upland rice (Oryza sativa L.) under P deficient field conditions in Japan and Madagascar
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Harisoa Nicole Ranaivo, Dinh Thi Lam, Y. Ueda
Corrigendum on: Ranaivo HN, Lam DT, Ueda Y, Pariasca Tanaka J, Takanashi H, Ramanankaja L, Razafimbelo T and Wissuwa M (2022) QTL mapping for early …
Green fruit visitor insects of Annona senegalensis Pers. (Magnoliales: Annonaceae) and their potential role in the plant fruiting
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Zézouma Anselme Dao, Rahim Romba, Ainara Peñalver‐Cruz
Trends in blackfly density, parity, and infection rates from riverside to villages of the Bafia health district in Cameroon: implication for onchocerciasis vector control
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André Domché, Hugues C. Nana-Djeunga, Philippe Nwane
Abstract Background The reduction of the contacts between humans and blackflies can lead to the interruption of the onchocerciasis transmission. Esperanza window trap (EWT) has …
Valorization of chicken viscera as natural raw material source: Application to hydrolysis of fatty esters for sewage treatment.
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Nedjma Melais, Louisa Aribi‐Zouioueche
Abstract "Chicken viscera" constitute very abundant domestic wastes interestingly investigated in the present paper. The efficiency of this crude slaughter co-product of high protein component, …
Isolation, Antibiotic Susceptibility Profile, and Associated Factors of Group B Streptococcus among Pregnant Women Attending Selected Health Institutions, Hawassa, Ethiopia, 2022
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Alegntaw Abate, Getamesay Mulatu, Deresse Daka
Abstract Background: Globally, about 10-30% of the pregnant women were colonized with Group B Streptococcus in the genitourinary tract and 60% of their neonates were …
Azathioprine Hypersenitivity: a Sweet-like Syndrome
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Lokesh Koumar Sivanandam, Benazir Begum Razul, Ernesto Calderón Martinez
Abstract Introduction: Azathioprine is a purine analog used to treat autoimmune diseases and steroid refractory chronic diseases. Azathioprine hypersensitivity can present occasionally within weeks of …
A cross-sectional study design to assess the determinants of the nutritional status of children aged 6 to 59 months who returned to Gedeo after being internally displaced in the Guji-Gedeo conflict, in Gedeb district, SNNPR, Ethiopia: Bayesian Binary Logistic Regression Approach
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Alemayehu Legesse, Belayneh Genoro, Arega Haile
One year audit of surgical activity in the largest tertiary center in Ethiopia
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Qaleab Tsegaye, Nardos Mulu, Daniel Gizaw
Abstract Background Annually, more than 313 million procedures are conducted worldwide. However, only 6% are conducted in the low-income countries where a third of the …
In-Vivo and In-silico Studies Revealed the Molecular Mechanisms of Colocasia esculenta Phenolics as Novel Chemotherapy against Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia via inhibition of 5α‒Reductase and α1-Adrenoceptor.
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Deusdedit Tusubira, Jonasi Munezero, Peter Chinedu Agu
Abstract Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is a major cause of lower urinary tract infections and erectile dysfunction thus a major contributor to lowering the quality …
Malaria is the Leading Cause of Acute Kidney Injury Among Children Undergoing Dialysis in Lusaka, Zambia: a Retrospective Study
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Chisambo Mwaba, Sody Munsaka, Bruce Bvulani
Abstract Background: Recent studies have shown a shift in the traditional aetiologies commonly associated with tropical acute kidney injury (AKI) in some parts of Africa. …
Seroprevalence of Foot and Mouth Disease in apparently healthy beef cattle in Uganda post the 2021 outbreak
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Celsus Sente, Braiam Rosado-Ramos, Susan D. Kerfua
Abstract Background Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) is a highly contagious viral disease of cloven-hoofed animals caused by a picornavirus. There are 7 known serotypes (O, C, …
Aquaporin-4 IgG Antibodies: Predictors of Positivity and Their Relationship with Neuropsychiatric Disorders and White Matter Lesions in Juvenile Systemic Lupus Erythematosus.
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Yasmine Shaaban, Ahmed El-Refaey, Hala Elmarsafawy
Review of: "Community-Led Development: Perspectives and Approaches of Four Member Organizations"
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Uchenna C. Obiagu
The research is very topical given the deplorable development situation in most, if not all, communities found in developing countries of the South.The author wrote …
Calibration of the local magnitude scale (Ml )for Central Southern Africa
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Blessing T Shumba, Vunganayi Midzi, B. Manzunzu
Abstract The Central Southern Africa is an area of moderate seismic activity generally caused by the presence of the East Africa Rift System. To improve …
Histopathological Patterns of Cervical Cancer Among Females Presenting to Makerere University Pathology Core Reference Laboratory. A 5-Year Review
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Mwanja Moses
BACKGROUND AND AIM: The global burden of cervical cancer is heavy in low- and middle-income countries, having highest rates in sub-Saharan Africa. Cervical cancer is …