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Assessment of Clinical Coding Practices and Its Impact on the Quality of Health Care Services in Government Hospitals in Calabar Urban, Cross River State, Nigeria

J. A. Adie, I. A. Beshel & I. I. Ofor · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2018

The aim of this study is to assess ‘’clinical coding practices and its impact on the quality of healthcare services in Government Hospitals in Calabar urban, Cross River State, Nigeria. To achieve the purpose, the basic structures and the research objectives were identified. Thre...

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Implementation of Mobile Phone Reminder System to Improve Immunisation Uptake in Abakaliki, Southeast, Nigeria: Its Feasibility and Acceptability

N. C. Eze, C. N. Onwasigwe & A. F. Una · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2018

Background: Reminder systems are effective ways to improve childhood immunisation coverage, but the feasibility of its implementation in rural health facilities in Nigeria has not been adequately evaluated. This study, therefore, determined the feasibility and acceptability of ch...

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Use of Selected Anthropometric Indices for Screening Hypertension in an Adult Ghanaian Population

Nafiu Amidu, William K. B. A. Owiredu, Benedict Boateng Antuamwine & Otchere Addai-Mensah · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2018

Objective: Hypertension is on the rise in Ghana, necessitating rapid and early diagnosis for better patient care. Anthropometric indices such as body mass index (BMI), waist circumference (WC), hip circumference (HP), waist to hip ratio (WHR) and waist-to-height ratio (WHtR) may...

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Overview of the Management of Nasal Septal Hematoma/Abscess at Golden Cross Infirmary Private Facility in Lagos, Nigeria

Waheed Atilade Adegbiji, Shuaib Kayode Aremu, AbdulAkeem A. Aluko & Olawale Olubi · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2018

Background: Nasal septal abscess is an uncommon nasal disorder which was recently diagnosed and confirm to require meticulous and urgent management. This study is aimed at determining the clinical presentation, diagnosis, and management of septal abscess at Golden cross infirmary...

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Comparison of Efficacy of Intravenous Morphine and Sublingual Buprenorphine for Analgesia after Lower Limb (below the Knee) Orthopedic Surgery

G. Akhavan Akbari, A. Ghazi, A. Mohammadian Erdi & T. Mirza Rahimy · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2018

Background and Objective: Postoperative pain is a common post operative side effect that can postpone patient's discharge from hospital. Pain control in orthopedic patients can significantly reduce limitation range of motion and patients can quickly return to normal life. In this...

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Clinicopathologic Characteristics of Colorectal Polyps: A Study from South Egypt Cancer Institute

Israa Mostafa Kamal, Tarek Mohamed Elsaba & Abd Elhadi Mohamed Omar · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2018

Introduction: Several studies have found associations between different colorectal polyp subtypes and colorectal cancer. The identification of colorectal polyps can reduce CRC mortality through earlier diagnosis of cancers and the removal of polyps which are the precursor lesion...

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A Primordial Killer Still on the Prowl: A Short Report on Paediatric Tetanus in North-Eastern Nigeria

Iragbogie Al-Mustapha Imoudu, Hayatu Ahmad, Maimuna O. Yusuf, Hauwa U. Makarfi & Tijjani Umara · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2018

Aims: To examine the clinical profiles and outcomes of neonatal and post-neonatal tetanus as seen at the Federal Medical Centre Azare, North-Eastern Nigeria. Study Design:  The study was cross-sectional retrospective. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Paediatrics, Federa...

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Status of Carbon Tetrachloride Induced Oxidative Stress Markers in Wistar Rats Fed with Allium sativum (Garlic)

I. K. Aromose, R. N Ativie, A. A. Aigbiremolen, B. C. Nwogueze, M. O. Odigie & J. C. Igweh · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2018

Concerns over the safety of medicinal drugs are rife, following consumption of some herbal preparations with their underlying pathogenesis remaining cryptic. The awareness of the far-reaching effects of herbal preparations is germane to continued use of plants. For instance, free...

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Biomarkers of Oxidative Stress Changes in Dose-Dependent Manner, Following Periodic Administration of Coffee and Caffeine

P. R. C. Esegbue, A. A. Aigbiremolen, R. A. Akindele, R. E. Ubom, O. M. Odigie, J. C. Igweh & C. P. Aloamaka · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2017

Scientifically called Coffea Arabica, Research interests in Coffee have expanded with the discovery of its antioxidant properties. Coffee is a popular beverage consumed worldwide. Its effect on health has been a global puzzle. In this study, the effect that coffee consumption has...

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Microalbuminuria as a Marker of Cardiovascular Risks in Egyptian Hypertensive Patients

Eman Mahmoud Ezzat, Gomaa Abdel Razek & Othman Zaki · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2017

Hypertension (HTN) is one of the modifiable atrial fibrillation (AF) risk factors, and management of HTN may reduce the incidence of AF.  Microalbuminuria (MAU) increases cardiovascular risk in hypertension. Aim of the Study: To determine the association of microalbuminuria in Eg...

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