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A Mixed Study to Assess the Dimension and Pattern of Disrespect and Abuse Among Women During Facility-Based Childbirth in Tamale Metropolis

Keren-Happuch Twumasiwaa Boateng, Samuel Kwame Amoako Asirifi, Nicholas Danzima Yakubu, Bentil Awe Wewoli, Kpodo Victoria & Yussif Abdul-Halim · Asian Research Journal of Gynaecology and Obstetrics · 2025

Background: Global initiatives to enhance maternal health care include plans to lower rates of maternal death, raise the proportion of competent birth attendants, and guarantee that all women have access to high-quality reproductive health services. Reducing avoidable rates of ma...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arjgo/2025/v8i1270

Examining the Causes of Maternal Mortality in Tamale Teaching Hospital: A Three-Year Retrospective Study

Samuel Kwame Amoako Asirifi, Musah Kamal-Deen Natogmah & Caesar Awonboro Ansing · Asian Research Journal of Gynaecology and Obstetrics · 2025

Background: Maternal mortality remains a significant global health concern, with numerous factors contributing to its occurrence. Despite efforts by various countries and organisations to stem its tide, maternal mortality remains appreciably high in low- and middle-income countri...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arjgo/2025/v8i1269

Echoes of the Past: A Needle’s Long Wait Beneath the Skin

Nisha, Ashita Aggrawal, Manasi Deoghare, Ankita Singh & Rajesh Kumari · Asian Research Journal of Gynaecology and Obstetrics · 2025

Never events” pertain to medical errors that are deemed unacceptable, such as the inadvertent retention of a foreign object in a patient following a surgical procedure. The incidence of these occurrences varies, as most data is derived from retrospective studies and case reports....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arjgo/2025/v8i1268

Development of a Novel Early Diagnostic Criteria for Dilutional Anemia using Maternal Total Plasma Protein Levels and Hemoglobin Concentrations in Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Clinic at University of Calabar Teaching Hospital, Calabar

Forwah Jacques Ndeh, Otti Chidiebere Joel, Edeani Bobby David, Korzerzer Samuel Vershima, Ebot Walter Ojong, Okorie Ebubechukwu Obasi, Edim Okimedim Joseph, Emekwue Chukwudi Alex, Immaculate Ihuoma Ekeagba, Ekwueme Chinaza Ndubuisi, Odinichi Okolo Eboh, Okwu Prudence Chidera, Akaba Kingsley Onoride & Abeshi Sylvester Etenikang · Asian Research Journal of Gynaecology and Obstetrics · 2025

Background: Dilutional anaemia has been hypothesized to be a common complication in pregnancy usually characterized by decreased hemoglobin concentration due to increased blood volume and changes in maternal total plasma protein levels. However, accurate measurement of combined h...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arjgo/2025/v8i1267

Postpartum Depression among Postnatal Mothers: Knowledge, Attitudes and Prevalence at Federal Teaching Hospital Gombe, Northeast Nigeria

Christopher Hassan Laima, Olufajo Temilope Oludoyin, Hauwa Emmanuel Paktama, Elizabeth Joseph & Amaya Shitu · Asian Research Journal of Gynaecology and Obstetrics · 2025

Background: Postpartum depression (PPD) affects 10% to 20% of mothers globally and poses a significant public health concern. In Nigeria, the prevalence varies regionally, with limited data from Northeast Nigeria where socioeconomic challenges and cultural beliefs further complic...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arjgo/2025/v8i1266

Recurrent Anencephaly in Pregnancy: A Case Report and Review of Risk Factors and Management

Sherin Reda Hosni, Shadya Al Saeghi & Qamariya Ambusaidi · Asian Research Journal of Gynaecology and Obstetrics · 2025

Anencephaly is a severe, lethal, neural tube defect characterized by the partial or total absence of the brain and calvarium, with a 100% mortality rate either in utero or shortly after birth. It occurs when anterior neuropore fails to close between 23-26 days post- conception. T...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arjgo/2025/v8i1265

Inhaler Adherence and its Associated Factors among Pregnant Women with Controlled Asthma Attending Selected Primary Care Clinics in Malaysia

Manoharan Anusha, Beatrice Jee Ngee Ling, Hazwan Mat Din, Kanawathy Sathia, Wen Ming Koh, Subashini Ambigapathy, Anuar Mohamad, Durga Murugia, Fadhlina Ilyani Mohd Hanapi, Farah Aishah Hamdan, Lee Liang Hoong, Mohd Amirul Amin & Sheela Mithra Nandi Mithra · Asian Research Journal of Gynaecology and Obstetrics · 2025

Inhaler adherence particularly inhaled Corticosteroid (ICS) is essential among pregnant women with asthma to improve maternal and fetal outcome. This study identified factors associated with inhaler adherence among pregnant women with controlled asthma. Data from self-administere...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arjgo/2025/v8i1264

A Survey on Gynecological Problems among Women Attending Gynecology Health Screening Camp in Different Parts of Eastern Nepal: A Cross- Sectional Study

Amish Uprety, Alisha Sedai, Sunil Dhimal & Keshav Khanal · Asian Research Journal of Gynaecology and Obstetrics · 2025

Background: Women have unique health concerns and are affected by health issues that are either more prevalent in women than in men or a disease that is common in men too but require a different treatment approach in women and this is where women’s health comes into play. Women’s...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arjgo/2025/v8i1263

Pattern and Outcomes of Pregnancies Complicated by Hypertensive Disorders in Pregnancy: A Review of 504 Women Managed at Federal Teaching Hospital Gombe, Nigeria

Elizabeth Joseph, Christopher Hassan Laima, Amina Rabiu Baba & Azeez Akeem Olakunle · Asian Research Journal of Gynaecology and Obstetrics · 2025

Background: Hypertensive disorders in pregnancy (HDP) represent a group of conditions associated with elevated blood pressure during pregnancy. It is an important cause of perinatal and maternal morbidity and mortality, particularly in developing countries. Objectives: The object...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arjgo/2025/v8i1262

Primary High-Grade Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma of the Ovary: A Rare Entity

Sheikh Ridzuan SA, Yong CM, Vickneswaren TR, Mohd Gibran Geh MH & Yeoh CH · Asian Research Journal of Gynaecology and Obstetrics · 2025

Aim: To present a rare case of primary high-grade endometrial stromal sarcoma (ESS) of the ovary. Due to its rarity, clinical presentation often mimics more common ovarian neoplasms, leading to diagnostic and therapeutic challenges. Case Presentation: We report a case of a 52-yea...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arjgo/2025/v8i1261

Atypical Presentation of Urethral Mucosal Prolapse in a Prepubertal Girl: A Case Report and Literature Review

Joseph N. Kwosah, Felix C.C. Wekere, Mkpe Abbey, Uduak S. Ocheche, Sokipirim E. Ikiroma, Ngeri Bapakaye, Faithwin Horsfall, Kingdom T. Okah, Bruce I & Paamia C. Nuka · Asian Research Journal of Gynaecology and Obstetrics · 2025

Urethral mucosal prolapse is a rare benign condition that is often misdiagnosed by clinicians and associated with fear of sexual assault by parents. It occurs in both children and postmenopausal women. We report a case of urethral mucosal prolapse in a 6-year-old pupil who presen...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arjgo/2025/v8i1260

Demographics and Its Association with Pre-menstrual Syndrome and Health Issues Experienced during Menstruation: A Cross-sectional Study of Women of Gujarat, India

Haniya Zehra Syed, Smruti Bulsari, Divya Vinnakota, Madhini Sivasubramanian, Ancy Chandrababu Mercy Bai, Ali Davod Parsa, Russell Kabir & Kiran Pandya · Asian Research Journal of Gynaecology and Obstetrics · 2025

Introduction: Menstruation is a common phenomenon in every woman’s life. In their early reproductive life, a majority of young women experiences some degree of premenstrual difficulties. The objective of this research to explore the factors associated with psychological issues an...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arjgo/2025/v8i1259

Estimation of Risk Factors and Haemoglobin in Early Pregnancy as Predictors of Diabetes in Pregnancy at Benghazi Medical Center, Libya: A Prospective Cross-sectional Study

Muna. I. Al Shawbaki, Najat Beltamar & Enas said Mohamed · Asian Research Journal of Gynaecology and Obstetrics · 2025

Introduction: Hyperglycemia that is first detected at any time during pregnancy can be classified as either diabetes in pregnancy (DIP) or gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). DIP may be an undiagnosed type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) or “overt diabetes” identified in the first tr...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arjgo/2025/v8i1258

Malignant PEComa of the Uterus Mimicking Uterine Fibroids: An Elusive Diagnosis

C.H. YEOH, GIBRAN GEH HASHIM, C.M. YONG, SHEIKH RIDZUAN & VIKNESWAREN THEVER · Asian Research Journal of Gynaecology and Obstetrics · 2025

Aim: To present a rare case of malignant uterine perivascular epithelioid cell tumor (PEComa), highlighting diagnostic challenges and management strategies. Case Presentation: A 55-year-old woman presented with abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) and ultrasound findings suggestive of...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arjgo/2025/v8i1257

Prevalence and Outcomes of Myomectomy in a Tertiary Hospital in Southern Nigeria

Longlife Friday Esiogu, Esther Ijeoma Nonye-Enyidah & Blessing C. Esiogu · Asian Research Journal of Gynaecology and Obstetrics · 2025

Background: Uterine fibroids affect adversely various age groups especially the reproductive age. Abdominal myomectomy is the most common treatment in this environment. The aim of the study was to determine the prevalence of myomectomy, post-operative complications, duration of h...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arjgo/2025/v8i1256