Objective: To assess the epidemiological and serological characteristics of hepatitis B among patients attending the Medical Biology Laboratory of the National Hospital of Niamey. Study Design: This was a cross-sectional descriptive study with an analytical purpose. Place and Du...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2025/v16i10494
Mouhamed AlMakhy Niang, Mouhamed Dieng, Mourno Tarsa Nousradine, Michel Assane Ndour, Matar Ndiaye, Oumar Boun Khatab Diouf, Boundia Djiba, Demba Diédhiou, Anna Sarr & Maïmouna Ndour Mbaye·Asian Journal of Research in Infectious Diseases·2025
Introduction: Unprovoked pulmonary embolism (PE) in a young adult mandates a search for prothrombotic etiologies - chief among them acquired thrombophilias, antiphospholipid syndrome (APS), and, in tropical settings, tuberculosis (TB). Observation: We report a 39-year-old woman w...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2025/v16i10493
Introduction: Prevention of Accidental exposure to blood and body fluids (AEB) is a key component of infection prevention and control (IPC) strategies. According the World Health Organization (WHO), approximately 3 million healthcare professionals are exposed to needlestick injur...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2025/v16i10492
Aims: This study aims to describe the temporal trend and prevalence of Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTb), among suspected tuberculosis patients attending Tuberculosis Centre, ERCC Medical Centre, Alushi, Nigeria. Study Design: Cross sectional study. Place and Duration of Study: E...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2025/v16i9491
Gafourou Arsène Ouédraogo, Soumaïla Maïga, Abdoulaye Sawadogo, Audrey Ouedraogo, Arouna Gnamou, Hamadé Zonon, Salamata Sanfo, Yacouba Sore, Abdramane Ouedraogo, Mamoudou Savadogo, Apoline K Sondo & Ismaël Diallo·Asian Journal of Research in Infectious Diseases·2025
Introduction: Tuberculosis-HIV co-infection is a major public health problem, particularly in resource-limited countries. This study aims to estimate the prevalence of tuberculosis-HIV co-infection and to identify the factors associated with it in patients hospitalized at the CHU...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2025/v16i9490
Introduction: West Africa remains behind in the global AIDS response, particularly among Children and Adolescents Living with human immunodeficiency virus (CALHIV). These children and adolescents constitute a specific population due to the multiple psychological challenges, inclu...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2025/v16i9489
Introduction: Malaria, endemic in large parts of India, can cause a wide spectrum of clinical manifestations, ranging from uncomplicated febrile illness to multiorgan failure and death. Acute pancreatitis as a complication is rare and potentially fatal. Case Discussion: This case...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2025/v16i9488
Background: Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) drug resistance necessitates second-line antiretroviral therapy (ART) in resource-limited settings. This study assessed the epidemiology of second-line ART use in a decentralized Senegalese HIV care center. Patients and Methods: A re...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2025/v16i9487
Bachir Mansour Diallo, Moussa Camara, Serigne Souaïbou Ba, Ibrahima Dieye, Elhadj Daouda Diop, Aboubakry Sow, Adama Wade, Abo Ibrahima Thiam, Tevi Salomon Lawson, Adama Berthé, Papa Souleymane Toure, Madoky Magatte Diop & Mamadou Mourtalla Ka·Asian Journal of Research in Infectious Diseases·2025
Introduction: Hepatic amebiasis is a serious illness that can be life-threatening if not treated appropriately. It can be complicated by pleural effusion, which in some cases complicates the diagnosis. We report the case of a 43-year-old patient with hepatic amebiasis revealed by...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2025/v16i9486
Mahamat Ali Bolti, Daoud khalil Markhani, Souleymane Adoum Fils, Yusra Aboulbachar, Joseph Mad-Toingue, Djiddi Ali Sougoudi & Hamit Mahamat Alio·Asian Journal of Research in Infectious Diseases·2025
Introduction: Dengue is a re-emerging viral zoonosis caused by an RNA virus of the family Flaviviridae of the genus Flavivirus, transmitted to humans through the bite of infected mosquitoes of the genus Aedes. These mosquitoes are often found in tropical and subtropical regions....
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2025/v16i9484