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Nigerian Postgraduate Medical Journal
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ISSN 1117-1936 · Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications · 825 artikel di indeks
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Serum Ceruloplasmin in Pre-eclampsia: A Case–Control Study in a Tertiary Health Centre in Southwest Nigeria
Background: Pre-eclampsia is a pregnancy disorder linked with increased maternal and perinatal complications. An imbalance between free radical-induced lipid peroxidation and the antioxidant system may contribute to its pathogenesis. Aims: This study aimed to compare serum ceruloplasmin levels in…
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Malnutrition in a Megacity: A Community-based Survey of Anthropometric Patterns among Children under Five in Lagos, Nigeria
Background: Malnutrition is widespread among children under five in densely populated areas like Lagos State, Nigeria’s economic hub. Objective: This study examines the prevalence and anthropometric patterns of malnutrition among children under the age of 5 yearsin Lagos, Nigeria. Methods: The was…
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Pineoblastoma in a 5-Year-Old Male: A Case Report and Review of Literature
Pineoblastoma (PB) is a rare malignant embryonal tumour arising from the pineal gland. It commonly affects the paediatric age group with a slight male predilection. The typical clinical features include symptoms and signs of raised intracranial pressure, but extracranial metastasis may be seen in…
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Optimising Anaesthesia Care for Open Abdominal Myomectomy: A Decade-Long Retrospective Analysis from a Nigerian Hospital
Background: Anaesthesia for open abdominal myomectomy is customised to provide a comfortable and pain-free surgical experience for the patient, taking into consideration their medical history, personal preferences and the results of the pre-anaesthesia assessment. Objective: The aim of this audit…
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging Evaluation of Meniscal Ramp Lesions and their Association with Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury Severity: A Retrospective Observational Study
Background: Meniscal ramp lesions are frequently associated with anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries and are often overlooked on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Their relationship with the severity of ACL injury remains incompletely understood. Objective: The purpose of this study is to…
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CD10 – A Matrix Metallopeptidase Expression in Colorectal Carcinogenesis
Background: Colorectal cancer is the fourth leading cause of cancer-related mortality worldwide. It is more prevalent in developed countries but is increasingly affecting developing nations in Asia and Africa. CD10 is a cell surface zinc-dependent matrix metalloproteinase which may play a crucial…
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Clinical and Laboratory Predictors of Disease Severity and Length of Stay in Patients with Hyponatremia
Background: Hyponatremia is one of the most common electrolyte abnormalities in hospitalized patients and is associated with increased mortality. Aims: The study aimed to determine the prevalence of hyponatremia, risk factors and aetiology in elderly people. Subjects and Methods: A cross-sectional…
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Surgical Management of Post-tuberculous Spinal Deformity in Adults: A Case Series Report from a Nigerian Tertiary Orthopaedic Centre
Post-tuberculous spinal deformity remains an important cause of chronic morbidity following healed spinal tuberculosis, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Residual kyphosis may result in persistent pain, sagittal imbalance, cosmetic deformity and late neurological deterioration…
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Comparison of Ultrasound versus Combined Peripheral Nerve Stimulator Plus Ultrasound-guided Supraclavicular Blocks of Brachial Plexus for Upper Limb Surgeries
Background: Ultrasound (USG)-guided supraclavicular blocks are an asset in the realm of regional anaesthesia. Newer approaches, such as USG plus peripheral nerve stimulator (PNS), have often been indicated for better outcomes. Aim: The aim of the study was to compare USG versus combined PNS plus…
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Early Outcomes of Open Tibial Shaft Fracture Management at a Tertiary Orthopaedic Hospital in Nigeria: A Prospective, Observational Study
Background: Management of open tibial shaft fractures in resource-poor settings presents significant challenges, yet prospective data on treatment outcomes in Sub-Saharan Africa remain limited. These injuries, often resulting from high-energy trauma, carry substantial risks of non-union, deep…
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Safety of Day Case Percutaneous Liver Biopsies at a Tertiary Hospital in Nigeria
Background: Percutaneous liver biopsy (PLB) is a procedure through which liver tissue is obtained for making the diagnosis of liver diseases. Most PLBs are performed as a day case procedure, and complications can occur. Objective: This study assessed the safety of PLBs as a day case procedure…
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Hemoglobin-Red Blood Cell Distribution Width Ratio (HRR) and Rheumatoid Arthritis Risk: A Population-Based Study from the NHANES
Background: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a prevalent autoimmune disease with a substantial health burden. The Hemoglobin-red cell distribution width ratio (HRR) is a novel inflammation-related biomarker, yet its association with RA risk remains unexplored. Aims: This study aimed to investigate…
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Prostatic Androgen Receptor Expression in Men with Prostate Cancer
Background: Prostate cancer is the second most commonly diagnosed cancer in men worldwide. There has been a stage migration among the population with PCa in developed countries since the introduction of the tumor marker, prostate-specific antigen. It has also been found that patients respond…
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Social Capital and Willingness to Pay for Community-based Health Insurance in Rural Communities of Delta State, Nigeria
Background: The amount of social capital in a community can be an asset for the breakthrough and sustainability of community-based health insurance (CBHI), thereby contributing to the demand for it at the community level. Aims: This study aimed to assess the relationship between social capital and…
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Luteinising Hormone-to-follicle-stimulating Hormone Ratio for Predicting Unexplained Infertility in Patients with Hypovitaminosis D
Background: Hypovitaminosis D critically influences reproductive hormones in women of reproductive age. The luteinising hormone (LH)/follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) ratio predicts poor ovulatory response. Objective: To evaluate the correlation between the LH/FSH ratio and hypovitaminosis D as a…
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Association of 10-year Cardiovascular Risk with Left Ventricular Hypertrophy in a Population of Nigerian Hypertensives
Background: The pooled cohort equation (PCE) for predicting the 10-year risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) has been utilised in Black populations to predict cardiovascular events. Objective: We explored the relationship between PCE ASCVD risk and left ventricular hypertrophy…
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Comparative Evaluation of Virtual Reality versus Standard Nursing Care in Managing Pain and Fear during Lumbar Puncture Procedures: A Randomised Controlled Trial
Background: Meningitis is a serious infectious disease that can cause significant morbidity and long-term neurological problems. Although a lumbar puncture is a necessary diagnostic procedure, it is often accompanied by discomfort, anxiety, and fear, which can severely impact the patient’s…
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Association of Tumour Necrosis Factor-Alpha with Periodontitis Patients in North Indian Population
Background: Periodontitis is a chronic multifactorial disease influenced by genetic susceptibility. Identifying genetic markers may facilitate early detection and improved risk assessment. Aim: To evaluate the association between tumour necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α) gene polymorphisms and…