Colonic volvulus is a rare cause of large bowel obstruction, and it is commonly seen in older patients. The clinical presentation is abdominal pain and abdominal distension which is followed by absolute constipation. The diagnosis is usually obtained by performing abdominal Xray...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i121138
Objective and Background: The prevalence of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is steadily increasing globally. A significant complication of T2DM is diabetic kidney disease, which contributes to increased morbidity and mortality. Sodium-Glucose Co-Transporter-2 (SGLT-2) inhibitors...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i121139
Background: The Pitt Bacteremia Score (PBS) is used to predict 14-day inpatient mortality in bloodstream infections. This study evaluates whether PBS can also predict mortality in ICU patients colonized or infected with Carbapenem -resistant Enterobacterales (CRE). Methods: ICU p...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i121135
Background and Objective: Obesity is a complex health condition with a steadily increasing global prevalence, posing significant challenges to public health. It is estimated that approximately 1 in 8 individuals worldwide are affected by obesity, with the prevalence among adults...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i121136
Introduction: Healthcare-Acquired Infections occur within 72 hours of hospitalization, surgical-related infections, and surgical site infections that develop 30 to 90 days after the procedure. They particularly impact critically ill patients due to their weakened immune systems,...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i121137
Aims: Long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs) are the most effective reversible methods of contraception with a failure rate of less than 1%. Despite their safety and effectiveness, LARCs are underutilized. This study investigated postpartum LARC use intentions and suggesti...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i121134
Background: Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a major public health problem affecting millions of people worldwide and its magnitude in developing countries including Bangladesh is rising rapidly. It is associated with multiple metabolic derangements that result in the excessive...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i121133
Background and Aim: This study investigated the impact of breastfeeding on infant growth and development in Santiago, Iligan City, examining the breastfeeding experiences of mothers who were non-compliant with breastfeeding. Design: We employed a descriptive case study to examine...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i121132
Cadmium (Cd) and prolonged exposure to stress are associated with adverse health outcomes. Various studies have shown the impacts of stress and metal exposures on liver function. Cd is a non-redox metal, one of the important mechanisms underlying its toxicity is oxidative stress...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i121131
Background: The AFI is directly associated with adverse outcomes for both the mother and the foetus; oligohydramnios (AFI ≤8 cm) and polyhydramnios (AFI ≥25 cm) are considered ‘abnormal’. The aim of this study was to compare the maternal and foetal complications in full-term preg...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i111130
Miski Abdullahi Roble, Yonis Abdullahi Ahmed Anshur, Amal Abdullahi Ali, Fardawsa Hassan Ahmed, Aisha Mohamed Adan, Naima Abukar Ali & Hamdi Abdullahi Roble·Asian Journal of Medicine and Health·2024
Introduction: Rotavirus is a leading cause of severe diarrhea in children under five worldwide, resulting in significant morbidity and mortality, especially in low-income countries. It is highly contagious, transmitted through contaminated hands and objects, and commonly causes h...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i111129
Complicated peptic ulcer disease are complications that occur from peptic ulcer disease and can be divided into bleeding peptic ulcer, perforated peptic ulcer and gastric outlet obstruction. The diagnosis and management of this condition is important, as bleeding peptic ulcer dis...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i111128
Background: The issue of miscarriage, sometimes known as missed abortion, is a contemporary concern in the field of obstetrics and gynecology. This condition is characterized by a cluster of clinical symptoms, one of which is the inability of the embryo to survive. Through the pr...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i111127
Chijioke Stanley Anyigor-Ogah, Darlington-Peter Chibuzor Ugoji, Idika Mba Idika & Emmanuel Chijioke Uwakwe·Asian Journal of Medicine and Health·2024
T-cells have been shown to play a role in the development of hypertension but the subset of T-cells involved has not been fully elucidated. Also, there is a global rise in the incidence of hypertension mostly among the young populace. Majority of these cases are not secondary hyp...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i111123
Saijai Lertrojanapunya, Chomphunut Vijitsanguan, Weeraya Noisiri, Jirawan Chayjaroon, Narongsak Chaychid & Wasin Laesan·Asian Journal of Medicine and Health·2024
Aims: To validate the diagnostic performance of a calcified aortic knob found in chest radiographs in relation to coronary calcification. Study Design: This study is an observational analytical cross-sectional study. Place and Duration of Study: This study examined participants w...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i111124