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Effect of Misuse of Antibiotics on Cytokine Patterns and Antibiogram of Bacteria Isolates from Surgical Site Infection in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria

Ehiaghe, JI., Ogbebor, AO., Asiriuwa, I., Erhunmwunse, R.U., Ayanlere, KM., Amengialue, O.O, Ehiaghe F.A & Ogbodo, E.C. · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2025

Antibiotic resistance has emerged as a critical global health challenge, exacerbated by the widespread misuse and overuse of antibiotics. The aim of this research was geared to determine the pattern of multidrug resistance (MDR) isolates among patients with post-operative surgica...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i41216

A Prospective Randomised Controlled Study Comparing the Efficacy of Hyperbaric Levo Bupivacaine with Nalbuphine Versus Hyperbaric Ropivacaine with Nalbuphine in Subarachnoid Block for Lower Limb Orthopaedic Surgeries

Gajanan Fultambkar, G. Nanda Kishore, V. Rajeswar Rao, David Raju & Vinay Kukreja · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2025

Background: Spinal anaesthesia is the most preferred regional anesthesia technique as it is easy to perform, economical and produces rapid onset of anaesthesia and complete muscle relaxation. Present study aims to evaluate the effects of intrathecal 0.5% hyperbaric levobupivacain...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i41214

Hypovitaminosis D in Diabetic Foot Ulcers and Associated Factors in Rivers State, Nigeria

Batubo UD, Korubo IF, Gomba EV, Wariboko CM & Unachukwu CN · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2025

Background: Hypovitaminosis D is considerably prevalent among individuals with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM), with vascular complications and delayed wound healing. This study aims to assess the pattern of this of hydroxyvitamin D levels and associated factors among diabetics a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i41215

Evaluation of Antioxidants, and Haematological Indices in Glaucoma Patients: A Case Study of Bayelsa State, Nigeria

Okutu, Jackson Borobueb, Onitsha Enebrayi Nelson, Abiodun Funmilayo Tosin, Lokoja Ebiweni James, Ndu- Oseh Nwamaka Joyce & Odumoson Newton Cleston · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2025

Introduction: Glaucoma is a neurodegenerative eye condition and is characterized by raised intraocular pressure. When left untreated, patients may gradually experience visual field loss, and even lose their sight completely. Aim: This study aimed to evaluate plasma enzymatic and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i41213

Outcome of Early Versus Delayed Loop Ileostomy Closure: A Single Center Experience

Noorjahan Akter, Sharmin Akter Rime, Mahedi Afroz Shakil, Mursel Mashruh, Zaki Ibn Bari, Tamanna Rahman Shanta, Fahim Foysal kollol, Pinjay Biswas, Mst Anjuman Ara & Sadique Salehin · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2025

Background: Intestinal stomas are often constructed in emergency abdominal surgeries, when primary repair of bowel carries high risk of anastomotic leakage due to peritoneal contamination or inflamed bowel or in hemodynamically unstable patient, such as typhoid ulcer perforation,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i41212

Emerging Technologies in Ovarian Cancer: Advancements in Treatment Strategies

PILLALAMARRI MADHAVI, VADDEMANI SNEHALATHA, PASUMARTI MAHATHI, MADHURNA THARUN & PASUPALA DEVAKI · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2025

In the Western world, ovarian cancer is the most fatal and second most prevalent gynecologic cancer. Ovarian cancer is usually diagnosed in an advanced stage. Ovarian cancer is a dangerous tumor that affects women’s reproductive systems and poses a significant threat to their hea...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i41210

Elevated Levels of Interferon Gamma, Interleukin-4, Neutrophil-lymphocyte Ratio and Platelet-lymphocyte Ratio as Biomarkers of Post-surgical Wound Infections amongst Female Patients in Nnewi, Nigeria

Ehiaghe F A, Ogonna J., Ehiaghe I.J, Erhunmwunse R U., Anyaegbu I H, Chukwuanukwu R. C, Onyenekwe C. C., Osakue O. N, Okafoanyali O & Ogbodo EC · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2025

Post-surgical wound infections (PSWI) remain a significant concern in post-operative care, potentially leading to prolonged hospital stays, increased healthcare costs, and compromised patient outcome. The study aimed at evaluating the levels of interferon gamma (IFN-γ), interleuk...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i41211

The Correlation between Anti GAD65 Antibody and Autoimmune Encephalitis with Seizures Responding to IVIG and Rituximab: A Case Report

Swapnil Gautam, Jay Vashisth & Yogesh Patidar · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2025

This case report discusses the clinical presentation, diagnostic challenges and management of a 24-year-old male with anti-GAD65 encephalitis. The report highlights the importance of early diagnosis and treatment to ensure a favourable outcome. The glutamic acid decarboxylase 65-...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i41208

Mangifera indica (Mango) Leaf Extract as a Recipe for Chemical Induced Acute Liver Injury

Rotimi Sunday Ajani & Moyinoluwa Abiodun Ajayi · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2025

Background: Acute liver injury is a precursor of many chronic liver diseases which are of major global health burden. Chemicals including drugs, alcohol and psychoactive substances constitute major causes of acute liver injury. Methods: Varying degrees (mild, moderate and severe)...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i41209

‘Efficacy of GLP-1 Receptor Agonists’ in Hypertriglyceridemia: A Systemic Review and Meta Analysis

Tahsin Jahan, Sadia Tanzin, Saida Tartila Pew & Fahmida Faiza Binty · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2025

Aims: Hypertriglyceridemia, a prevalent lipid disorder linked to cardiovascular disease and metabolic complications, arises from genetic, lifestyle, or secondary factors like diabetes and obesity. While lifestyle changes and conventional treatments help, many patients need altern...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i41205

Evaluation of Multi-drug Resistant Bacteria and High Risk of Contamination in Ready to Eat Fruits in Kano Metropolis

Ibrahim Ayobami Onifade, Olaniyi Afolabi Opasola & Asiya Muazu · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2025

Aim: The study aimed to investigate and evaluate the Prevalence of Multi-drug Resistance bacteria on ready to eat fruits in Kano Metropolis, and the associated risk factor.  Methodology: The study used mixed methods design. Samples were collected from various street vendors and l...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i41204

Impact of Socioeconomic Background on the Age at Menarche among Bengali Adolescent

Payel Banerjee & Purushottam Pramanik · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2025

Menarche is the symbol of a shift from a girl to woman. Age at menarche is important as it influence health in adulthood. This study was aimed to investigate the impact of socio-economic background on age at menarche among school going adolescents. This was a cross sectional ques...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i41201

Assessing Mucin in Cervical Intraepithelial and Cancerous Lesions Using PAS and Alcian Blue Stain

Gazi Abdus Sadique, Arefa Sultana, Md. Shahriar Mamun & Tanshina Afrin · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2025

Background: Cervical carcinoma is the fourth most common cancer in women worldwide and the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths. However, it is potentially treatable if precursor lesions and invasive carcinomas are identified early. Given the poor prognosis associated wi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i41202