Ergogenic effect of varied doses of coffee-caffeine on maximal aerobic power of young African subjects.

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Snoring is a common sleep problem with significant public health concerns. Studies have characterized this in most developed countries. Hitherto there have been no published studies on this subject in Nigeria. OBJECTIVES:To determine the prevalence and correlates of snoring in addition to morbidity in an ...

journal_title：African health sciences

authors： Adewole OO,Adeyemo H,Ayeni F,Anteyi EA,Ajuwon ZO,Erhabor GE,Adewole TT

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Diagnosis of upper gastrointestinal (UGI) diseases is often made on clinical grounds alone in Nigeria due to lack of endoscopic facilities. The validity of using such diagnosis is presently unknown. OBJECTIVE:The study aimed to determine: age and sex distribution of patients presenting for UGI endoscopy; pa...

journal_title：African health sciences

authors： Agbakwuru EA,Fatusi AO,Ndububa DA,Alatise OI,Arigbabu OA,Akinola DO

更新日期：2006-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：Introduction:Although compliance with surveillance guidelines is crucial to epidemic diseases control, determinants of use of these guidelines in Nigeria are poorly documented. We assess health workers compliance and factors associated with the surveillance and response guidelines for epidemic-prone diseases in South-W...

journal_title：African health sciences

authors： Dairo MD,Afolayan DO,Akinyemi JO

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Co-trimoxazole use is the standard of care for preventing Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia in sub-Saharan Africa but implementation remains slow. Co-trimoxazole is self- administered with uncertain adherence. Knowledge of co-trimoxazole use among HIV infected persons is unknown. OBJECTIVES:To assess knowled...

journal_title：African health sciences

authors： Okwera A,Mafigiri DK,Guwatudde D,Whalen C,Joloba M

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The ethnic usage of exotics and indigenous problem plants is a highly debated topic, as legislative requirements over-shadow their potential medicinal value, particularly to treat sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Limited information exists regarding their medicinal value among the Bapedi. OBJECTIVES:...

journal_title：African health sciences

authors： Semenya SS,Potgieter MJ,Erasmus LJ

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:We aimed to assess the prevalence of prehypertension and its associated factors in a population of Congolese pre and postmenopausal women. METHODS:We had consecutively recruited 200 women (100 premenopausal and 100 postmenopausal) aged 40 - 60 years at the department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, University...

journal_title：African health sciences

authors： Muchanga M,Lepira FB,Tozin R,Mbelambela EP,Ngatu NR,Sumaili EK,Makulo JR,Suganuma N

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Diabetes mellitus (DM) and essential hypertension are chronic medical conditions that place a lot of burden on patients. The presence of depression and suicidal behaviour may worsen the prognosis. OBJECTIVE:To assess the prevalence of depression and suicidal behaviour in subjects with diabetes mellitus and ...

journal_title：African health sciences

authors： Igwe MN,Uwakwe R,Ahanotu CA,Onyeama GM,Bakare MO,Ndukuba AC

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The extract of the leaves of Viscum album (mistletoe) has been used for centuries in traditional medicine in many parts of the world. However, like many medicinal plants, the belief that things of natural origin are safe may not be entirely true. The blood is a good indicator of health and pathological mirro...

journal_title：African health sciences

authors： Ladokun O,Ojezele M,Arojojoye O

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:It has been suggested that physical activity is an important factor in the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular diseases. Low serum paraoxononase-1 (PON1) activity is with an associated risk of atherosclerotic disease. OBJECTIVES:In this study, we aimed to investigate serum PON1 activity and lipid hyd...

journal_title：African health sciences

authors： Atli M

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Malnutrition is an important clinical outcome amongst HIV patients in developing countries and in Uganda, there is scarcity of information on its prevalence and risk factors amongst HIV adult patients. Methods:A cross-sectional study amongst 253 HIV patients in Bushenyi district assessed their nutritional s...

journal_title：African health sciences

authors： Odwee A,Kasozi KI,Acup CA,Kyamanywa P,Ssebuufu R,Obura R,Agaba JB,Makeri D,Kirimuhuzya C,Sasirabo O,Bamaiyi PH

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To analyze the epidemiological characteristics and secular trends of the leading causes of death in China. METHODS:Data on the leading causes of death was collected from the Statistical Yearbook of China. Data for 11 years, from 2003 to 2013, was analyzed by regression analysis and chi-square test. RESULTS...

journal_title：African health sciences

authors： Ren Y,Zhang M,Luo X,Zhao J,Yin L,Pang C,Feng T,Wang S,Wang B,Zhang H,Yang X,Hu D

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The relatively little resistance to quinine globally has led to an increase in its use in P. falciparum malaria especially in multi-drug resistant strains. OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the physicochemical and equivalency of three brands of quinine sulphate tablets available in South Western region of Nigeria. MET...

journal_title：African health sciences

authors： Adegbite A,Adegbolagun OM

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Accuracy of some ultrasound equations used in our locality for fetal weight estimation is doubtful. OBJECTIVE:To assess the accuracy of common ultrasound equations used for fetal weight estimation. SUBJECTS AND METHODS:A longitudinal study was conducted on selected Nigerian obstetric population at Central ...

journal_title：African health sciences

authors： Eze CU,Egwuanumku KI,Agwuna KK,Odidi L,Ochie K,Nwadike IU

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：Introduction:Chronic pain classification in HIV positive patients is essential for diagnosis and treatment. However, this is rarely done despite association with poor outcomes. Methods:A cross-sectional survey of 345 consented patients at a specialized HIV care center in Uganda was conducted. Chronic pain was defined ...

journal_title：African health sciences

authors： Mwesiga EK,Kaddumukasa M,Mugenyi L,Nakasujja N

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:IMCI was launched in Uganda in June 1995 and has so far been implemented in most districts. However, reports indicate that counselling is poorly performed and that health providers find IMCI counselling the most difficult component to implement. OBJECTIVES:The study was carried out to assess IMCI-trained he...

journal_title：African health sciences

authors： Karamagi CA,Lubanga RG,Kiguli S,Ekwaru PJ,Heggenhougen K

更新日期：2004-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Globally, and particularly in developing countries, the menace of anti-microbial resistance is an accelerating problem. In Nigeria, increase in bacterial resistance has been phenotypically established but due to high cost, few molecular studies have been reported. OBJECTIVES:This study screened for presence...

journal_title：African health sciences

authors： Alabi OS,Mendonça N,Adeleke OE,da Silva GJ

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Standardised measuring instruments are increasingly used in psychiatric research cross-culturally. These instruments are considered to be culturally equivalent when all forms of biases, or social norms specific to the culture of origin, have been removed. OBJECTIVES:To describe the qualitative process of se...

journal_title：African health sciences

authors： Smit J,van den Berg CE,Bekker LG,Seedat S,Stein DJ

更新日期：2006-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The work environment of cocoa farmers exposes them to several ocular hazards that predispose them to eye diseases and injuries. However, the extent of ocular injuries and health seeking patterns following these injuries are unknown among cocoa farmers in Ghana. OBJECTIVES:To determine the prevalence of ocul...

journal_title：African health sciences

authors： Bert BK,Rekha H,Percy MK

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patients with stroke experience a number of environmental barriers, limiting their re-integration. Information regarding the barriers experienced by patients with stroke in a specific setting such as the Musanze district in Rwanda would assist with the development of rehabilitation programmes that would take...

journal_title：African health sciences

authors： Urimubenshi G,Rhoda A

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Quinine has been reported to possess anti-spermatogenic activities. Objectives:This study was carried out to determine the effect of quinine on ovarian function in Sprague-Dawley rats. Methods:Twenty rats with regular 4-days oestrous cycle divided into 4 groups (N=5) were used. Group I received quinine at ...

journal_title：African health sciences

authors： Gbotolorun SC,Inikori O,Bamisi OD,Osinubi AAA,Okanlawon AO

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:The staphylococci have increasingly been associated with infections worldwide and anti-microbial resistance has made these versatile pathogens more recalcitrant in the hospital setting. Objectives:This study sought to investigate the occurrence and distribution of Staphylococcus species as well as determine...

journal_title：African health sciences

authors： Ibadin EE,Enabulele IO,Muinah F

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Sickle cell anaemia is prevalent in sub Saharan Africa. While α+-thalassaemia is known to modulate sickle cell anaemia, its magnitude and significance in Uganda have hitherto not been described. OBJECTIVES:To determine the prevalence of α+thalassaemia among sickle cell anaemia patients in Mulago Hospital an...

journal_title：African health sciences

authors： Lubega I,Ndugwa CM,Mworozi EA,Tumwine JK

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Human Immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and Hepatitis C virus (HCV) are both major global health concerns as they cause high mortality and morbidity in the developing countries. However, while data exists for the co-infection in other countries, little or no information can be found with regard to the sero-preval...

journal_title：African health sciences

authors： Duru MU,Aluyi HS,Anukam KC

更新日期：2009-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Propofol is administered as intermittent boluses to achieve deep sedation to facilitate oesophagogastroduodenoscopy. Target controlled infusion (TCI) can be employed for this purpose. Methods:176 adults were randomly allocated into two groups of 88 patients. Control group: Received an initial bolus of propo...

journal_title：African health sciences

authors： Ndosi C,Mung'ayi V,Gisore E,Mir S

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Oro-Pharyngeal Candidiasis (OPC) continues to be considered the most common opportunistic fungal disease in HIV/AIDS patients globally. Azole antifungal agent has become important in the treatment of mucosal candidiasis in HIV patients. Presently, antifungal drug resistance is fast becoming a major problem p...

journal_title：African health sciences

authors： Enwuru CA,Ogunledun A,Idika N,Enwuru NV,Ogbonna F,Aniedobe M,Adeiga A

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Stigmatization and discrimination of people living with HIV/AIDS has a negative impact on the global efforts to control the HIV/AIDS pandemic. Due to fear of stigmatization and discrimination, many people are reluctant to undergo voluntary counseling and testing, infected individuals are often unwilling to d...

journal_title：African health sciences

authors： Bassey EA,Abasiubong F,Ekanem U,Abasiatai AM

更新日期：2007-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A case is presented of a 43-year-old female patient who presented with severe dizziness, neck pain and headache. Clinical examination revealed diplopia with a horizontal gaze. Plain skull radiographs showed an enlarged sella turcica with no abnormal intracraial calcifications. Pre and post contrast axial and post cont...

journal_title：African health sciences

authors： Luutu I

更新日期：2001-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Many developing countries increasingly recognize and acknowledge family planning as a critical part of socio-economic development. However, with few health dollars to go around, countries tend to provide essential drugs for curative care, rather than for family planning products. Donors have historically pro...

journal_title：African health sciences

authors： Chandani Y,Breton G

更新日期：2001-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study is the first documented prevalence of IgG antibody against HSV-1&-2 in Port Harcourt, Nigeria and thus provides baseline data for future in-depth studies on HSV infection in South-South, Nigeria. OBJECTIVE:This study determined the seropositivity and determinants of serum IgG antibody against HSV...

journal_title：African health sciences

authors： Okonko IO,Cookey TI

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There are limited reports on HIV-1 RNA load, CD4+ T-lymphocytes and antibody responses in relation to disease progression in HIV-1 infected untreated children in Africa. METHODS:To describe the relationships between these parameters, we conducted a longitudinal cohort study involving 51 perinatally HIV-1 in...

journal_title：African health sciences

authors： Ochieng W,Ogoyi D,Mulaa FJ,Ogola S,Musoke R,Otsyula MG

更新日期：2006-03-01 00:00:00