Type 2 diabetes mellitus remains one of the principal drivers of global non-communicable disease burden, and impaired secretion or action of the incretin hormones glucagon-like peptide-1 and glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide is now recognised as a core feature of its p...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmpcp/2026/v9i2462
This study assessed registered nurses’ knowledge and perceptions of the Patient Acuity Tool (PAT) and examined their relationship with self-assessed patient outcomes in acute care settings in Houston, Texas, United States. A quantitative descriptive-comparative-correlational desi...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmpcp/2026/v9i2461
Background: Rituximab (RTX) is widely used for autoimmune and haematological diseases, but infusion-related adverse drug reactions (ADRs) remain a clinically important safety concern in routine care. Aim: This retrospective pharmacovigilance study described rituximab-associated a...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmpcp/2026/v9i2460
Jaiyeoba-Ojigho Jennifer Efe, Omashim Oluwakemi Ochonogor, Chris-Ozoko Ebele Lilian, Ubogu Joseph Afokeoghene, Okolie Emmanuel Ikechukwu, David Chinaecherem Innocent, Innocent Onyesom, Ovuakporaye Simon Irikefe, Okonkwo Charles Chinemerem, Imariabe Nosakhare Samuel, Etugbo Ann Omamuzo, Jeremiah Ogheneyole, Uti Praise Obielumani, Uririoghene Annabel Duruvwe & Anyanwu Chidinma·Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice·2026
Background: Hypertension is a major global public health burden with a significant heritable component. Despite extensive genomic research, evidence linking specific genetic polymorphisms to hypertension risk remains inconsistent, partly due to a lack of diversity in study popula...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmpcp/2026/v9i2459
Emergency care at the primary healthcare level is essential for the timely assessment, stabilisation, and referral of patients with acute illnesses and injuries, particularly in rural settings where access to higher-level facilities may be delayed. This study examined emergency c...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmpcp/2026/v9i2458
Background: Information and Communication Technology is increasingly used in health facilities to support documentation, communication, clinical decision-making, telemedicine, patient engagement, surveillance and health information management. This systematic review examined evid...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmpcp/2026/v9i2457
This study evaluated the effect of ethanolic extract of Zingiber officinale (ginger rhizomes) on selected biochemical parameters and electrolytes in male Wistar rats. Twenty healthy adult male Wistar rats weighing about 150 g were randomly assigned to four groups of five rats eac...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmpcp/2026/v9i2456
Liver cirrhosis represents a major contributor to global morbidity and mortality, characterised by progressive hepatic fibrosis, portal hypertension, and susceptibility to life-threatening complications including hepatic encephalopathy (HE), spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmpcp/2026/v9i2455
Nabiyeva Dildora Abdumalikovna, Abdurazzakova Dilrabo Seytbayevna, Matchanov Seytbay Xudoybergenovich, Tashpulatova Maktuba Muhamedali Qizi & Xo’shnayev Mahmud Almardon O’g’li·Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice·2026
Background: Early knee osteoarthritis may present with pain, stiffness, and functional limitation despite minimal radiographic changes. Metabolic syndrome may contribute to a more symptomatic and inflammatory disease pattern. Objective: This cross-sectional study evaluated the cl...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmpcp/2026/v9i2453
Missed clinical appointments remain an important barrier to continuity of care, timely clinical review, and efficient use of health service resources. This systematic review examined strategies used to improve patients’ compliance with scheduled clinical appointments across globa...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmpcp/2026/v9i2454