Pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH), also referred to as toxaemia of pregnancy(obsolete) is a spectrum of multi-systemic dysfunction in pregnancy, usually seen in the third trimester in approximately 6–8% of pregnancies in the United States, according to the National High Blood...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrgy/2025/v8i1129
Aims: Identify the percentage of achievement of the goal of glycemic control, insulin therapy, frequency of hypoglycemia and perinatal outcomes in critically ill pregnant diabetic patients. Study Design: Observational, longitudinal, retrospective, descriptive and analytical stud...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrgy/2025/v8i1128
Aims: Cervical cancer remains a major public health problem and a leading cause of cancer related death among women in developing countries. The Human Papilloma virus (HPV) vaccine is a major preventative measure for Cervical cancer; however global vaccine uptake is low in low an...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrgy/2025/v8i1127
Aims: To identify the frequency and type of complications of total abdominal hysterectomy (TAH) in a retrospective cohort of patients with benign gynecological pathology. Study Design: Cross-sectional study. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Gynecology from High Specialt...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrgy/2025/v8i1126
Breast cancer remained a leading cause of morbidity and mortality among women globally, with early detection playing a critical role in improving outcomes. Self-breast examination (SBE) is a cost-effective and accessible screening tool, especially important for younger women who...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrgy/2025/v8i1125
Nkiruka Bridget UCHE-NWIDAGU, Joshua Adeniyi ADEBAYO, Vivian Nnenna OGBONNA-OGBU, Ikechukwu Ogwudu UGADU, Danladi DANTANI, Emmanuel Nyem YAKUBU, Chidubem Philip OSUAGWU & Johnson Akuma Obuna·International Journal of Research and Reports in Gynaecology·2025
Introduction: Africa has the fastest growing population in the world, which is of great concern because of its adverse impact on social stability. This population surge is partly due to the high rate of unmet need of contraception. Aim: The aim of this study was to assess the pre...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrgy/2025/v8i1124
The aim of the study was to assess health-seeking behavior among mothers of neonates with jaundice in Tamale. A qualitative approach using an explorative descriptive research design which was adopted for the study. A purposive sampling technique was utilized in selecting thirty m...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrgy/2025/v8i1123
Background: Adolescents make around 21.9% of Ghana's population. For this and other reasons, they are critical for national growth. Adolescents' sexual and reproductive health matters, in particular, are a substantial impediment to reaching their full potential. These difficultie...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrgy/2025/v8i1122
Background: Malaria in pregnancy (MiP) is a major public health concern in sub-Saharan Africa, contributing to maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality. Intermittent Preventive Treatment in pregnancy using Sulphadoxine-Pyrimethamine (IPTp-SP) is a key strategy endorsed by th...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrgy/2025/v8i1121
Epidural abscesses were once a rare condition, but their incidence appears to be increasing due to population aging, the use of broad-spectrum antibiotics, the development of spinal procedures and the use of immunosuppressants. Epidural abscesses result from hematogenous spread o...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrgy/2025/v8i1120
Background: Cervical cancer is a huge health burden globally. Precancerous cervical lesions, if not diagnosed and treated early enough, could become cervical cancer. HIV-positive women are among the highly susceptible individuals to both bacterial vaginosis and cervical cancer du...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrgy/2025/v8i1119
Background: Congenital anomalies are a worldwide problem, causing Perinatal and infant deaths and postnatal physical disabilities. Objective: To determine the frequency and risk factors of congenital anomalies in newborns. Materials and Methods: This descriptive prospective cros...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrgy/2025/v8i1118
Aim: Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrinopathy affecting 116 million women globally (3.4%), with one in every ten women affected in India. Despite its prevalence, PCOS remains underdiagnosed due to low awareness, especially among adolescents, leading to delaye...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrgy/2025/v8i1117
Aim: To identify the clinical outcomes and perinatal results in patients with SLE (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus) managed in the intensive care unit (ICU). Study Design: Retrospective, observational and descriptive study. Place and Duration of Study: ICU of the High Specialty Med...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrgy/2025/v8i1116
Introduction: Epidural analgesia is commonly employed for managing labor pain, but its influence on assisted deliveries and subsequent outcomes for mothers and infants remains debatable. Objectives: Primary: To compare the rate of instrumental delivery with and without epidural a...
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Research Article10.9734/ijrrgy/2025/v8i1115