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The Role of Family Physicians in the Early Detection and Management of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Primary Care: A Critical Narrative Review

Youssef Mohamed Baiome Youssef, Nora Mohamed Mahgoub Mohamed & Ghanem Mohammed Mahjaf · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2026

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is increasingly concentrated within the everyday workload of primary care, where family physicians are positioned to recognise risk before symptoms develop, confirm diagnosis, initiate treatment, coordinate complication prevention, and sustain long...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmpcp/2026/v9i2492

Knowledge, Attitudes, Practices, and Barriers to Hand Hygiene among Medical Laboratory Science Students in the Post-COVID-19 Era: A Cross-sectional Survey

Ebidor Lawani-Luwaji, Fortune Nkweke & Justice Eferebo · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2026

Background: Hand hygiene is a fundamental measure for preventing infectious disease transmission. Although COVID-19 heightened global hygiene awareness, concerns remain that these practices have declined in the post-pandemic period. Aim: This study assessed knowledge, attitudes,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmpcp/2026/v9i2491

Knowledge and Perception of Electronic Medical Record System among Clinical Students in Rivers State University, Nigeria

Ositadinma Pius Mberekpe, Nera Perpetual Kadiri-Eneh & Ifeanyi Miracle Chidiadi · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2026

Background: Electronic Medical Record Systems (EMRS) are increasingly important in modern healthcare, yet practical exposure to these systems remains limited in many developing countries. This study assessed the knowledge and perceptions of EMRS among clinical students at Rivers...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmpcp/2026/v9i2490

Factors Influencing Antenatal Care Utilisation among Primary Health Care Centre Attendees in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria

Nduye Christie Tobin Briggs & Ifeoma Christiana Nwadiuto · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2026

Introduction: Antenatal care (ANC) reduces maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality by enabling early detection of complications and promoting skilled birth attendance. Despite the presence of primary health care centres (PHCs) in Nigeria, utilisation remains inadequate, wit...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmpcp/2026/v9i2489

Saroglitazar as a Metabolic Modulator: A Critical Narrative Review of PPAR-Driven Therapeutic Actions

V. Sreshta, K. Meghana, K. Chandrashekar Patel, R. Vamshikrishna & G. Narendar Naik · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2026

Saroglitazar is an orally active dual peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor alpha/gamma agonist developed to couple triglyceride-rich lipoprotein lowering with insulin-sensitising activity while limiting the adverse effects historically associated with broad glitazar pharmac...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmpcp/2026/v9i2488

Diagnostic Accuracy and Cost-Effectiveness of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Versus Ultrasonography in Rotator Cuff Tears: A Critical Narrative Review

Saleh Abduraba Ali, Manal Mutaib Alanazi, Hebah Abdulrahman Alrwabah & Modi Abdullah Alkharfi · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2026

Rotator cuff tears are among the most frequent structural causes of shoulder pain and disability in adults, and imaging is used both to confirm the presence of a tear and to characterise it sufficiently to guide treatment. Magnetic resonance imaging and ultrasonography are the tw...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmpcp/2026/v9i2487

Development of Stature Prediction Models from Anthropometric Measurements among Indigenous Adults of Imo State, Nigeria

Raymond Nwachukwu Olisa, Elekele Izibeya Alex, Chinedu Emmanuel Okoye & Paulinus Nmereni Amadi · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2026

Background: Accurate stature estimation is essential in forensic anthropology, human identification, ergonomics, and clinical practice, particularly when direct measurement is impossible. Objective: This study investigated the relationship between stature and selected sitting ant...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmpcp/2026/v9i2486

Sex Differences in Health-related Quality of Life among Patients with Gout: A Comparative Study Using SF-36 and EuroQol-5D

Tashpulatova Maktuba Muxamedali Qizi · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2026

Background: Gout is traditionally considered a disease predominantly affecting men; however, its prevalence among women has increased considerably in recent years. Despite this trend, the impact of gout on women’s quality of life remains insufficiently investigated. Objective: To...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmpcp/2026/v9i2485

Evaluation of Body Mass Index, Neck Circumference, and Abdominal Circumference as Indicators of Adiposity among Adolescents and Young Adults in Rivers State, Nigeria

U. R. O. Ohalete, I. W. Osuchukwu, C. O. Udeh & C. P. Odeh · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2026

Background: Several studies have demonstrated that specific anthropometric indices are highly sensitive, non-invasive indicators for evaluating obesity and associated metabolic conditions. The aim of this study was to evaluate Body Mass Index (BMI), Neck Circumference (NC), and A...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmpcp/2026/v9i2484

Utilization of Maternal Health Care Services at Nguroje PHCC, Sardauna LGA, Taraba State, Nigeria

D. A. Wanmi, L. Luka, I. D. Tweinta, C. O. Albert, C. Isaac, F. B. A. Destiny, W. Christopher, H. Ishaku & E. B. Audu · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2026

This study assessed the utilisation of maternal health care services at Nguroje Primary Health Care Centre (PHCC), Sardauna Local Government Area, Taraba State, Nigeria. The study examined the utilisation of maternal health services among women in relation to age, parity, and edu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmpcp/2026/v9i2483

Comparative Study of Effects of Low Dose Bupivacaine Only Versus Bupivacaine, Fentanyl and Bupivacaine, Fentanyl and Morphine on Subarachnoid Block for Labour Analgesia

MEM. Clement, F. Hart & S. Fyneface-Ogan · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2026

Background: Labour pain management remains inadequate in many low-resource settings despite the proven effectiveness of neuraxial analgesia. Single-shot spinal (SSS) analgesia offers a simple and cost-effective option for labour pain relief. Objective: To compare the efficacy and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmpcp/2026/v9i2482

Exploring Radiation Protection & Safety Awareness among Radiologists, Radiographers and Allied Health Science Faculties and Students: An Institutional-based Study

Mohd Faraz, Kefuoe Tsireletso Sylvester Rapitso & Mohd. Arfat · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2026

Background: Radiation protection awareness is essential for healthcare personnel who work directly or indirectly with ionising radiation. This study assessed awareness among radiologists, radiographers, allied health science faculty members, and students at a single academic inst...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmpcp/2026/v9i2481

The Exclusive Breastfeeding Knowledge and Practice of Formal Sector Mothers at Tema General Hospital, Ghana

Firdaus Iddriss · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2026

Breast milk is the most complete and natural source of nutrients, and breastfeeding is crucial to an infant’s healthy growth, immunity, and development. Exclusive breastfeeding is recommended for the first 6 months of life because it provides substantial health benefits to both m...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmpcp/2026/v9i2479

Elevating Nursing Care and Health Outcomes: An In-Depth Qualitative Synthesis Exploring the Transformative Impact of Assistive Technology (AI) on Individuals with Disabilities

Jane B. Manuel · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2026

Artificial intelligence has been incorporated into assistive products intended to support mobility, communication, sensing, cognition and social participation among people with disabilities, and nursing staff increasingly mediate the assessment, introduction and everyday use of t...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmpcp/2026/v9i2480

Insomnia in Medical and Non Medical (Engineering) Undergraduate Students in a Higher Institution in South-South Nigeria: A Cross-Sectional Study

Peter Osezele Okonudo & Jewel Etinosa Osajarikre · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2026

Background: Insomnia is common among university students and may be influenced by demanding academic schedules and limited social support. This study assessed the prevalence of insomnia and its relationship with perceived social support among medical and engineering undergraduate...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmpcp/2026/v9i2478