Introduction: Pressure ulcers, also known as bedsores, pose a significant concern in critically ill patients due to prolonged immobility and complex medical conditions. Objective: This review examines the evidence supporting various nursing interventions to prevent pressure ulcer...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2024/v15i6354
Tuberculosis affecting the thyroid gland is a rare occurrence, even in the regions where tuberculosis is prevalent. This case report details the presentation of a 22-year-old male who initially presented with a life-threatening condition of cardiac tamponade, ultimately diagnosed...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2024/v15i6352
Background: Cefuroxime axetil has shown effectiveness as part of intravenous/oral sequential therapy for community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) treatment, although some countries currently lack dosage recommendations for this regimen. In addition, the perspectives of clinicians were...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2024/v15i6351
Although coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has led to significant morbidity and mortality worldwide, countries in the equatorial and tropical zones seem to have the lowest figures in terms of incidence and mortality. Throughout the pandemic, Africa has remained as lowest contin...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2024/v15i5349
Background: Human Immunodeficiency Virus is a lentivirus, a member of Retroviridae family that causes Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome. Globally, it was estimated that about 0.7% adult, aged 15- 49 years are living with HIV, with a prevalence of about 1.4% in Nigeria. However,...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2024/v15i6350
Correctional centers have been reported to be associated with several conditions predisposing inmates to health challenges as a result of exposure to disease causing microbial population. This study therefore targeted the Molecular Characterization and Antimicrobial susceptibilit...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2024/v15i5348
Alassane Dièye, Birame Seck, Papa Latyr Junior Diouf, Fallou Gallas Niang, Akim Diakhoumpa, Abibatou Diaw, Ousmane Racine Thiam, Mawo Fall, Doudou Sow, Moussa Diallo & Ndéye Méry Dia-Badiane·Asian Journal of Research in Infectious Diseases·2024
African histoplasmosis is a rare deep mycosis caused by Histoplasma capsulatum var duboisii. It can affect various organs such as the skin, lymph nodes, and bones. The diagnosis is often delayed due to its similarity to certain diseases such as tuberculosis, cryptococcosis, pyoge...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2024/v15i5346
The “Type of Article” of this paper is “Letter to the Editor”. This paper discuses about: “Haematological Profile of Patients Infected with Monkeypox Virus”. No formal abstract is available. Readers are requested to read the full article.
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2024/v15i5347
The Nipah virus (NiV) is an emerging zoonotic pathogen that poses a major risk to global health, with a high mortality rate and the potential for wide outbreaks. NiV, which originated in fruit bats, has shown a concerning potential to infect humans and cause serious respiratory a...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2024/v15i4343
Mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) of HIV/AIDS remains a significant public health challenge in Nigeria. This review aimed to identify and understand key factors promoting MTCT and assess the effectiveness of current prevention interventions. A systematic literature search was c...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2024/v15i5344