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Student's Journal of Health Research Africa
ISSN 2709-9997 · Student's Journal of Health Research · 784 artikel di indeks
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The clinical profile and progression of patients presenting for total joint arthroplasty at a central Johannesburg hospital – A cross-sectional study.
Background This study aimed to describe the clinical profile and immediate postoperative course of patients presenting for total hip and total knee arthroplasty at Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital, and explore associations between anaesthetic techniques and postoperative destination…
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Inflammatory Markers as Predictors of Multi-Organ Involvement in Chronic Diseases: A Prospective Observational Study.
Background: Chronic diseases are often associated with persistent systemic inflammation, which may contribute to progressive multi-organ dysfunction. Inflammatory biomarkers such as C-reactive protein (CRP), erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), interleukin-6 (IL-6), and neutrophil-to-lymphocyte…
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Knowledge and practice of opioid-free anaesthesia for non-bariatric surgery in an academic hospital: A cross-sectional study.
Background: The liberal use of opioids peri-operatively is a matter of concern in contemporary medical practice and carries the risk of numerous potentially undesirable effects. Multimodal Opioid-Free Anaesthesia (OFA) has been proven to reduce the incidence of the potentially undesirable effects…
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Patterns and determinants of postpartum physical activity among women attending postnatal care in Lusaka, Zambia: A cross-sectional study.
Background: Postpartum physical activity is vital for maternal recovery and long-term health, but participation rates are low, particularly in low- and middle-income countries like Zambia. This study focused on assessing the knowledge, attitudes, practices, and factors influencing postpartum…
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Optimizing Therapy Intensity and Treatment Sequencing for Children with Spastic Cerebral Palsy: A Randomised Crossover Trial in Zambia.
Background: Spastic cerebral palsy (SCP) is the most prevalent cerebral palsy subtype, causing significant long-term motor disability. Optimal therapy intensity and treatment sequencing remain poorly understood, particularly in African low-resource settings. Objectives: This study aimed to: (1)…
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A retrospective study of the peri-operative outcomes of obstetric patients with cardiac disease, presenting for a caesarean section, under regional anaesthesia at a quaternary hospital.
Background Cardiac disease in pregnancy remains a leading cause of maternal morbidity with increased risk of major adverse cardiac events. This retrospective study aims to analyse the anaesthetic management and the peri-operative outcomes in this patient population. Methods The database of pregnant…
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Comparative Efficacy of Dexamethasone Plus Bupivacaine versus Bupivacaine Alone in Ultrasound-Guided Supraclavicular Brachial Plexus Block for Upper Limb Surgeries: A Prospective Non-Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial.
Background: Ultrasound-guided supraclavicular brachial plexus block is a dependable technique for upper limb surgery and offers airway-sparing anesthesia. Because plain bupivacaine provides limited postoperative analgesia, adjuncts that hasten onset and prolong block duration remain clinically…
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A study to assess the relationship of cuschieri and nassar surgical difficulty scores with duration of laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
Background The most effective treatment for cholelithiasis symptoms is laparoscopic cholecystectomy. However, the intraoperative findings determine the operation difficulties. To grade operating complexity, the Cuschieri and Nassar surgical difficulty score systems are frequently employed. It may…
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Clinico-Hematological Study of Pancytopenia Using Bone Marrow Aspiration and Trephine Biopsy
Background: Pancytopenia is a significant hematological disorder marked by reduction of all three peripheral blood cell lines. It causes range widely from reversible nutritional deficiencies and infections to bone marrow failure syndromes and hematological malignancies. Clinical presentation is…
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Ethnobotanical survey of medicinal plants utilized for treating skin inflammation in the Robertson area, Western Cape, South Africa.
Background Skin inflammation remains a common dermatological condition affecting quality of life globally. In many South African communities, traditional medicine continues to serve as a primary healthcare resource. This study documents medicinal plants used for treating skin inflammation in the…
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Campus Architecture, Social Climate, and Risky Sexual Behaviour among Undergraduates: A Cross-sectional descriptive study.
Background: The university environment presents unique spatial and social conditions that may predispose undergraduates to risky sexual behaviour. Despite growing evidence on sexual risk-taking among university students in sub-Saharan Africa, the role of campus architecture and social climate as…
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A Prospective Comparative Study Between Tumescent With Local Anaesthesia of Calot’s Triangle Versus Placebo on Post-Operative Pain after Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy at A Tertiary Care Hospital in Sikkim.
Background: Postoperative pain remains a significant concern after laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Subserosal tumescence with local anesthetics may reduce pain, but evidence is limited. Methods: A prospective comparative study was conducted on 60 patients undergoing laparoscopic cholecystectomy…
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Environmental and dietary habits as determinants of polycystic ovarian syndrome among women of childbearing age in Ibadan metropolis. A cross-sectional study.
Background: This study examined the roles of environmental factors (specifically climatic conditions), genetics, and dietary habits as potential contributors to PCOS among women of childbearing age in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria. Methods: A descriptive correlational design was adopted. Data were…
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Knowledge and preventive strategies of childhood domestic injuries among nursing mothers in Edo State: a cross-sectional study.
Background: Childhood domestic injuries remain a significant public health concern, particularly among children under five years who spend most of their time in the home environment. Objective: This study assessed the knowledge and preventive strategies of childhood domestic injuries among nursing…
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Role of magnetic resonance spectroscopy, diffusion-weighted imaging, and apparent diffusion coefficient in distinguishing intracranial space-occupying lesions.
Introduction Objectives: To evaluate the role of magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS), diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI), and apparent diffusion coefficient (ADC) mapping in distinguishing infective from neoplastic intracranial space-occupying lesions (ICSOLs). Methods This prospective…
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Ethnic disparities in glycaemic biomarkers among multi-ethnic populations: A narrative review of evidence from Sub-Saharan Africa and global contexts.
Accurate diagnosis and monitoring of diabetes mellitus rely on biomarkers such as glycated haemoglobin (HbA1c) and fasting plasma glucose (FPG), yet the reliability of these biomarkers may vary across ethnic populations due to genetic, haematological, and lifestyle factors. Despite growing evidence…
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Correlation between body mass index and autonomic function tests in medical students: A cross-sectional observational study.
Background: Overweight and obesity are increasingly common in young adults and are linked to early autonomic imbalance, a pathway that can precede later cardiometabolic disease. Objectives: To evaluate the association between body mass index (BMI) and standard autonomic function tests among medical…
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Effect of smartphone screen time on sleep quality and daytime alertness: A cross-sectional observational study.
Background: Smartphone use is pervasive in young adults and frequently extends into the pre-sleep period. Prolonged and late-night screen exposure can disrupt sleep initiation and continuity and contribute to next-day sleepiness. Objectives: To evaluate the association between daily smartphone…
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Medicinal uses and ethnopharmacological properties of Combretum woodii Dümmer: A narrative review
Combretum woodii Dümmer is a deciduous climber, shrub, or tree that has potential as a medicinal plant in Eswatini, Mozambique, and South Africa. This study aimed to review the medicinal uses and ethnopharmacological properties of C. woodii. A systematic review of the scientific literature on the…
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Ethnoveterinary medicines used for mitigating goat diseases in Zimbabwe: A narrative review.
Livestock production, including goat farming, is important for rural development as it provides food security and fast-turnaround cash for the household. However, goats are often susceptible to various diseases and ailments. The current study was aimed at identifying and analysing medicinal plants…