Mohd Esnu Khalidi Abdul Halim, Mohd Mustafa Awang Kechik, Nor Azura Muhammad, Aliyu Ahmad Shamsuddeen, Izdihar Kamal, Sulayman Muhammad Kabeer & Muhammad Khalis Abdul Karim·Asian Journal of Medicine and Health·2025
Low dose computed tomography (LDCT) is the standard for lung cancer screening, proven to reduce mortality by enabling early detection. However, its implementation requires a careful balance between minimizing patient radiation exposure and maintaining diagnostic image quality. Th...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i111322
Objective: This study was designed to evaluate the level of burnout syndrome among practicing dentists and to examine its association with key demographic and professional variables. Basic Research Design: A descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted in Kayseri, Turkey. Par...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i111323
Rupali Bhaduri, Arindam Pal, Anjan Roy, Debashis Biswas, Kaushik Deb Das, Rayba Khatoon & Shreyasi Sengupta·Asian Journal of Medicine and Health·2025
Background: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) significantly affects patients’ quality of life, yet no validated Bengali-language instrument existed to assess this impact. Objective: To translate, culturally adapt, and validate the Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Quality of L...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i111321
Background: Uterine fibroids (UFs) are the most common benign tumors of the female reproductive tract and are often associated with significant gynecological morbidity. Metabolic syndrome (MetS), characterized by central obesity, dyslipidemia, hypertension, and hyperglycemia, has...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i111320
Background: Zinc is an essential micronutrient involved in cellular growth, protein synthesis, and immune regulation. During pregnancy, maternal zinc requirements increase, and deficiency has been implicated in adverse birth outcomes, including low birth weight (LBW). LBW remains...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i111318
Background: Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a prevalent metabolic condition during pregnancy, linked to negative outcomes for both mother and fetus. Homocysteine (Hcy), a sulfur-based amino acid, has been associated with insulin resistance, endothelial impairment, and oxid...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i111319
Kajero, Ayokunle Oluwasegun, Ogundipe, Olubiyi Love, Omode, Kunle Paulinus, Olatunde, O. A., Koleowo Oluwagbemiga, Agunbiade Opeyemi, Adewale-Aro Olaide, Showemimo Stella & Guilavogui Jean Paul Yassa·Asian Journal of Medicine and Health·2025
Adolescents face heightened risks related to sexual and reproductive health (SRH) due to early sexual debut, limited knowledge, stigma, and poor access to youth-friendly health services (YFHS). This cross-sectional study assessed awareness, knowledge, and utilization of SRH servi...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i111316
Background: Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) are major causes of morbidity in men aged 50 years and above. The LUTS causes reduced quality of life with attendant loss of economic activities. Bladder outlet obstruction is an important cause of LUTS. Urodynamic studies is the go...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i111315
Achalasia cardia is a rare condition that leads to dysphagia due to the absence of myenteric cells in the lower esophagus. This condition is diagnosed with barium studies, esophageal manometry, and esophagogastroduodenoscopy. The management of achalasia cardia can be divided into...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i111314
Elbadri I. Abdelgadir, Yaqob S. Taleb, Nahaa E. Alsubaie, Waleed Gado, Khamess O. Khamees, Lulwah Al Turki, Muneera O. AlTaweel, Ramy I. Abulikailik, Ayman F. Soliman & Mohammed A. Kaballo·Asian Journal of Medicine and Health·2025
Background: Cardiorenal syndrome type 1 (CRS1) complicates the course and prognosis of patients hospitalized with acute decompensated heart failure. This study aimed to determine the incidence, independent risk factors, and short-term outcomes of CRS1 in a Saudi Arabian cohort. M...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i111312
Aim: This study was aimed to determine the incident cases, pattern of mortality, factors associated with the mortality and case fatality rate among Lassa fever infected patients attending a Tertiary Hospital in North Central, Nigeria. Method: A retrospective Analysis was carried...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i111313
Background: Errors in laboratory quality control can compromise patient safety, increase costs, and erode confidence in clinical decision-making. While technological and procedural factors are frequently addressed, human factors (staff behavior, training, communication, workload)...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i111311
Background: Cryotherapy, ranging from simple ice packs to systemic cryogenic chambers, has evolved from an ancient practice to a scientifically grounded method used for acute injury management, chronic inflammatory conditions, and mental well-being. The recent popularity of syste...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i101310
Aims: This study aims to examine the direct and indirect effects of treatment adherence on patient satisfaction, incorporating service innovation into Andersen Behavioral Model of Health Service Use. Methodology: A cross-sectional survey of 220 respondents was conducted at the Wa...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i101309
Background: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation–induced consciousness (CPRIC) refers to the presence of awareness, motor activity, or purposeful movements during ongoing chest compressions in the absence of return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC). Its reported incidence ranges from 0....
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i101306