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Evaluation of Hepatoprotective Activities of Aqueous Extract of Cassia spectabilis Stem Bark against Thioacetamide Mediated Oxidative Stress Induced Hepatic Damage

Amah Akuma Kalu, Eberechukwu Lolly Mbanaso, Onwuka Kelechi Collins, Ubani Clement Dimgba & Chris Akunneh-Wariso · International Journal of Research and Reports in Hematology · 2023

The aim of this study was to evaluate thioacetamide mediated oxidative stress induced hepatic damage. Fresh stem bark of Cassia spectabilis was chopped and subsequently dried. Dried stem bark was ground into fine powder. Exactly 500 g of powdered plant sample was extracted with c...

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Folliculotropic Mycosis Fungoides with Alopecia and Eruptive Comedones in an Adolescent Boy

Marwa Asermouh, Chaimae Ait Khabba, Mariame Meziane, Nadia Ismaili, Laila Benzekri & Karima Senouci · International Journal of Research and Reports in Hematology · 2023

Aims: Folliculotropic mycosis fungoides (FMF) is an uncommon variant of mycosis fungoides, rarely described in children. This type of lymphoma is particularly unresponsive to treatment and has a poor prognosis. Paradoxically, it can be clinically confused with conditions as benig...

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Penetrating Vertebral-Medullary Wound by Ballistic Weapon: A Clinical Cases and Literature Reviewer

J. Fondop, T. F. Atemkem, N. D. Banga, D. F. Dikongue, Amougou Boris, A. C. Djam, Dogmo Arlette, V. P. Djientcheu & S. Fuentes · International Journal of Research and Reports in Hematology · 2023

Introduction: Penetrating trauma by vertebromedullary ballistic weapon is a rare pathology in Cameroon, it may be related to the existence of armed conflict zones, it may be responsible for CSF leakage, spinal instability and/or partial or complete neurological deficits. The cont...

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Minocycline-induced Diplopia in Philadelphia Chromosome-positive Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (Ph+ALL): A Case Report

Zeeshan Ahmed Khattak, Muhammad Ayaz Mir, Danyal Ahmad Ghani & Nishad Gul · International Journal of Research and Reports in Hematology · 2023

Background: Minocycline is frequently utilized for multiple drug-resistant (MDR) and extensively drug-resistant bacteria (XDR), but is associated with many side effects. Idiopathic intracranial hypertension is one such effect resulting from the precipitation of raised intracrania...

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Effects of HBV and HCV on Haematological Features

W. Moore-Igwe, Beatrice, Nwika Goodnews Nkabari, Lenox-Prince, Tamunonengiye-Ofori & Ekprikpo, Erens Spiff · International Journal of Research and Reports in Hematology · 2023

Introduction: Hepatitis B and C, often known as HBV and HCV, are blood-borne diseases that have a high incidence of illness and mortality. Hematological parameters are crucial in identifying cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma in these patients because these illnesses are resp...

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Population Based Haematological Reference Ranges for Adults in Nigeria: An Update

Clinton Ezema, Tilako B. Halilu, Amaechi I. Mba, Rahila Amon, Nonyelum V. Anoh, Ada J. Chineke & Eyiuche D. Ezigbo · International Journal of Research and Reports in Hematology · 2023

Background: Over the past few decades, the results of laboratory testing have undergone tremendous modification. This is as a result of technology advancements that have improved diagnostic methodology. Aim: The overarching goal of this study was to provide an update on the adult...

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Ischemic Stroke in a Young Adult Patient: Excess of Factor VIII

W. Machrouh, M. A. Fehdi, Y. Hafiani, A. Nsiri, R. AlHarrar, H. Kouame, H. Bencharef & B. Oukkache · International Journal of Research and Reports in Hematology · 2023

Aims: Ischemic stroke in young adult patients is an increasing public health problem. Hypercoagulability states and thrombophilia are both rare conditions behind ischemic strokes in young patients. We report a case of ischemic stroke in a young patient due to an excess of factor...

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Hypofibrinogenemia Revealing Localized Intravascular Coagulopathy in a Child with Venous Malformations: A Case Report

H. Kouame, H. Bencharef, M. Nady & B. Oukkache · International Journal of Research and Reports in Hematology · 2023

Aims: VMs are slow-flow vascular malformations present at birth. Only 1% are multifocal. These lesions are complicated by LIC characterized by elevated D-dimer and decreased fibrinogen levels. The aim of this article is to report a rare case of multifocal VMs complicated with LIC...

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Vitamin D Deficiency and Sickle Bone Disease: A Case Report

Sakshi Jain, Aarjuv Majmundar, Vedangi Desai, Jitendra D. Lakhani & Dharmendra Vatsaraj · International Journal of Research and Reports in Hematology · 2023

A generalised form of bone involvement, both acute and chronic, termed as Sickle bone disease (SBD), is not well studied, especially in relation to the mechanism. Although painful crises due to vascular involvement of bone and joint are frequently reported finding in sickle cell...

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Disparities in the Susceptibilities of ABO and Rh Blood Antigens to Severe Plasmodium falciparum in Children Under Five Years; A Cross-Sectional Study among Rural Dwellers, North East Region, Ghana

Charles Nkansah, Felix Osei-Boakye, Samuel K. Appiah, Kofi Mensah, Samira Daud, Vital G. Abuku, Gabriel Abbam, Dorcas Serwaa, Charles A. Derigubah, Simon B. Bani, Hisham Alhassan Osumanu, Thea Kangkpi, Yeduah Quansah, Francis Atoroba Apodola, Michael O. Tetteh, Candy Adwoa Ewusiwaa Wilson & Richard V. Duneeh · International Journal of Research and Reports in Hematology · 2023

Aim: To determine the association between ABO and Rh blood antigens, and severe Plasmodium falciparum malaria among children under five years. Study Design: Hospital-based cross-sectional study Place and Duration of Study: Janga District Hospital, North East Ghana from April to A...

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Congestive Cardiac Failure in a Case of Fanconi Anaemia: Usual Presentation in a Rare Disease

Sanket Bhadra, Archita Jain, Jitendra Joshi Jr. & Vyas K. Rathaur · International Journal of Research and Reports in Hematology · 2023

The present study highlights an usual case of congestive cardiac failure. Cardiovascular, gastrointestinal or renal anomalies can also occur. FA “facies” microcephaly, small eyes, epicanthal folds, abnormal ears. A 11 year old male presented in emergency with complain of generali...

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Distribution and Basic Hematological Parameters of Acute Leukemia (Myeloid & Lymphoid Type) in Thamar City, Yemen

Khater Ghaleb Hazza'a Mohammad, Amru Mansour A. Ataa, Uday Younis H. Abdullah, Mubarak Ghaleb H. Al-hamodi, Tibyan Abd Almajed Altaher, Ghanem Mohammed Mahjaf, Babbiker Mohammed Taher Gorish, Mohammed Musead A. Kayd & Waha Ismail Yahia Abdelmula · International Journal of Research and Reports in Hematology · 2023

Background: Acute hyper leucocytic leukemia (AHL) is a commonly occurred type of acute leukemia that represent a special variant in acute leukemia. Laboratory evidence of acute hyper leucocytic leukemia requires particular attention with special care in the diagnosis and treatmen...

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Co-infection of COVID-19 and Malaria Exacerbates Fibrinolytic Responses: A Case-Control Study in Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Ekprikpo, Erens Spiff, Chukwuka Achonnwo Kpaluku, Hannah E. Omunakwe, Moore-Igwe, Beatrice W., Ken-Ezihuo, Stella Urekweru & Jeremiah, Zaccheaus Awortu · International Journal of Research and Reports in Hematology · 2023

In late 2019, China experienced an outbreak of a new beta-coronavirus. COVID-19 had caused more than 3.7 million confirmed cases and killed at least 260,000 worldwide as recorded in April 2020. COVID-19 is mainly transmitted to susceptible humans through infected nasal droplets w...

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Assessment of Some Inflammatory Cytokines of Interest in Patients with Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 Admitted in Isolation Centres in Port-Harcourt

Chukwuka Achonnwo Kpaluku, Evelyn M. Eze & Stella Urekweru Ken-Ezihuo · International Journal of Research and Reports in Hematology · 2023

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a novel and highly contagious viral infection caused by Sars-cov-2 and has been associated with a hyper-inflammatory immune response. This study aimed to evaluate changes in some inflammatory cytokines as clinical biomarkers to aid in the ef...

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