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Journal News Alert: LATEST ISSUE: WAJM VOL. 41 JULY 2024

2024-10-11T11:24:11+00:00

WAJM VOLUME 41, NUMBER 6, JUNE 2024

This edition is available at the West African Journal of Medicine (WAJM) office, located at 6 Taylor Drive, Edmund Crescent, Medical Compound, Yaba, Lagos State. However, the e-copy has been sent to the corresponding authors.

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LATEST ISSUE - WAJM VOL. 41. N0. 7, 2024

WAJM VOLUME 41, NUMBER 7 JULY 2024

The contents of the current issues are listed below. The free abstract-text content of this edition can be accessed on the journal website and on PubMed Central amongst others.

EDITORIAL

G. E. Erhabor

West Afr J Med. 2024 July; 41(7): 737-739 PMID: 39356284

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

The Value of Targeted Screening for Glaucoma: The University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital Experience

T. S. Obajolowo, I. A. Yusuf, S. G. Adeoti, J. F. A. Owoeye, M. A. Taiwo, F. O. Olatunji

West Afr J Med. 2024 July; 41(7): 741–747 PMID: 39356302

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Research Participation and Feedback: Perception of Adolescents and Young Adults Living with HIV in Lagos, Nigeria

A. O. Salako, T. Musari-Martins, F. T Akinsolu, O. O. Odubela,P. N. Ezemelue, B. Opaneye, S. Bankole, N. O. Rahman, I. E Idigbe, A. R. Abubakar, N. A. David, T. A. Gbaja-biamila

West Afr J Med. 2024 July; 41(7): 748–754 PMID: 39356498

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Assessment, Management and Quality of Care of Patients Presenting with Non-Traumatic Acute Chest Pain in the Emergency Room who had Acute Coronary Syndrome

O. O. Oladapo, K. A. Ojifinni, O. Adebayo, O. A. Orimolade, O. Oluwasanjo, V. A. Obasuyi, A. T. Adeyanju

West Afr J Med. 2024 July; 41(7): 755–760 PMID: 39356553

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

A 7-Month Review of Clinical and Demographic Predictors of Childhood Mortality in a Tertiary Children Hospital in Freetown, Sierra Leone

I. E. Akhigbe, P. E. Ikhurionan, N. V. T. Bell, R. D. C. Luke, A. B. Bah, A. Geissler-Jalloh, A. M. Mustapha, G. E. Ofovwe

West Afr J Med. 2024 July; 41(7): 761–766 PMID: 39356580

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Molecular Subtypes of Breast Cancer in a Tertiary Centre in Edo State: South-South Nigeria

E. E. Ugiagbe, D. O. Owolabi

West Afr J Med. 2024 July; 41(7): 767–774 PMID: 39356615

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Gaps in Management of Dyslipidaemia among Physicians in Nigeria: Report of a Web-Based Survey

Y. A. Ayoola, O. A. Adejumo, S. O. Oiwoh, J. O. Akande, O. Adebayo, T. I. A. Oseni, F. O. Inofomoh, A. A. Mamza, I. R. Edeki, A. C. Enikuomehin, O. O. Oni, O. A. Junaid,T. T. Shogade, I. A. Yusuf, M. M. Yakubu, A. O. Yusuf, D. S. Oyedepo, S. O. Adebayo, A. A. Akintunde for the Nigeria Clinical Lipid Research (NiCLiR) Network

West Afr J Med. 2024 July; 41(7): 775–782 PMID: 39356655

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Opinions of Dental Technologists in Nigeria on Quality of Work Authorization for Removable Dental Prosthesis

O. A. Adenuga-Taiwo, T. O. Omosebi, M. O. Bowale, A. O. Awotile, I. Dike

West Afr J Med. 2024 July; 41(7): 783–788 PMID: 39356728

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Assessing the Quality of Life of Healthcare Professionals in High-Stress Units at a Tertiary Health Centre in South-eastern Nigeria

S. I. Ezemenahi, C. C. Ibe, O. S. Okonkwo, C. S. Anusi, S. C. Ezemenahi, P. Eseigbe, A. N. Alabi

West Afr J Med. 2024 July; 41(7): 789–795 PMID: 39356806

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Perception, Practice and Cost Burden of Medical Tourism Among Physicians in Public Tertiary Health Facilities in Oyo State, South-West, Nigeria

R. Y. Olatunde, O. T. Esan

West Afr J Med. 2024 July; 41(7): 796–804 PMID: 39356818

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Awareness of Primary Care Providers on Genital Schistosomiasis Infection in Northern Nigeria

Y. A. Sada, A. L. Olawumi, M. Tenego, M. S. Sidi, M. Z. Dan-Inna, Y. F. B. Caman

West Afr J Med. 2024 July; 41(7): 805-809 PMID: 39356825

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Use of Prophylactic Parenteral Tranexamic Acid for Reduction of Blood Loss During and After Caesarean Section: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Study

A. V. Ndubuisi, P. U. Agu, E. O. Ugwu, S. N. Obi, G. U. Eleje, M. I. Eze, K. E. Ekwuazi, A. O. Ugwu, P. C. Ekwueme, C. S. Anigbo

West Afr J Med. 2024 July; 41(7): 810-817 PMID: 39356835

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Analysis of the Factors Affecting the Male-Female Sex Ratio of Babies Born through Assisted Reproductive Technology

A. O. Ugwu, C. C. Makwe, V. Kay

West Afr J Med. 2024 July; 41(7): 818-825 PMID: 39357059

CASE REPORT

Biventricular Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy in a 26-year-old Nigerian Woman with Noonan Syndrome

O. S. Ogah, A. Aje, V. A.Obasuyi, O. A. Orimolade, I. T. Nebo, F. A. Ajao, D. A. Olawuyi, V. K. Olalekan, C. M. Ogah, F. E. Obiekwe, M. N. Odenigbo, O. M. Adebayo, A. M. Adeoye, O. O. Oladapo, A. Adebiyi

West Afr J Med. 2024 July; 41(7): 826-830 PMID: 39357066

CASE REPORT

Intramural Pregnancy: An Intriguing Diagnosis in a Resource Constraint Practice

O. O. Lawal, G. O. Obajimi, C. M. Okor, J. A. Ogunsola

West Afr J Med. 2024 July; 41(7): 831-835 PMID: 39357067

CASE REPORT

Cerebral Echinococcosis Mimicking a Brain Tumour in Rural Southwest Nigeria

M. O. Buhari, O. Omoseebi, O. O. Oyeleye, O. Folaranmi, O. O. Erinomo, O. M. Adeniyi

West Afr J Med. 2024 July; 41(7): 836-839 PMID: 39357093

PROCESSING AND PUBLICATION FEES

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AUGUST 2024 EDITION

This edition is currently in the final stages of publishing. Kindly note that corresponding authors of manuscripts are encouraged to settle any outstanding statutory charges at their earliest convenience. Please, note that the publishing fees should be paid ONLY into the WAJM Account. Evidence of payment should be forwarded to the Editor-In-Chief’s email - wajmeditorinchief@gmail.com.

The following articles have been listed for the AUGUST 2024 edition.

EDITORIAL

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G. E. Erhabor

ORIGINAL ARTICLES

MICROBIAL CONTAMINATION OF MEDICAL EQUIPMENT AND THEIR ANTIBIOTIC SUSCEPTIBILITY PATTERN IN THE ACCIDENT AND EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT OF A TERTIARY HOSPITAL IN PORT HARCOURT

Dabota Yvonne Buowari, Edward Barile Ikpae

DIAGNOSTIC PERFORMANCE OF ALPHA FETOPROTEIN, ASPARTATE TRANSAMINASE, ALANINE TRANSAMINASE, NEUTROPHIL LYMPHOCYTE RATIO IN DIAGNOSIS OF HEPATOCELLULAR CARCINOMA IN BENIN CITY

Adewolu O.F, Ugiagbe R A, Egbo O

EVALUATING THE FACTORS INFLUENCING BACTERIAL VAGINOSIS IN PREGNANT WOMEN: AN ANALYTICAL CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY

Oladipo Muyideen Oyedeko, Ayokunle Moses Olumodeji, Adeniyi Abiodun Adewunmi, Tawaqualit Abimbola Ottun, Kabiru Afolarin Rabiu

PREVALENCE OF ACUTE KIDNEY INJURY (AKI) IN CHILDREN WITH SEVERE MALARIA USING A NOVEL BIOMARKER: SERUM NEUTROPHIL GELATINASE ASSOCIATED LIPOCALIN (NGAL) IN ENUGU

Henrietta U. Okafor, Ngozi Mbanefo, Ifeyinwa Nnakenyi, Adaeze C. Ayuk, Uchenna C. Nnajekwu, Edmund N. Ossai, Josephat M. Chinawa

RADIOGRAPHIC DIAGNOSIS OF ANOMALOUS ROOT CANAL MORPHOLOGY IN PATIENTS WITH PULPAL DISEASES AT A TERTIARY HOSPITAL IN NIGERIA: A CASE SERIES

Gbadebo S.O, Okeaya-inneh O.C,

EFFECTIVENESS OF MONTHLY VERSUS TWO-DOSE REGIMEN OF SULPHADOXINE-PYRIMETHAMINE FOR INTERMITTENT PREVENTIVE TREATMENT OF MALARIA IN PREGNANCY IN SOUTHEASTERN NIGERIA: A RANDOMISED CONTROLLED TRIAL

G. U. Odoh, P. U. Agu, E. O. Ugwu, C. C. Dim, S. N. Obi, J. E. Nnagbo, M. I. Eze, G. U. Eleje, K. E. Ekwuazi, A. O. Ugwu, P. C. Ekwueme, C. S. Anigbo

THE IMPACT OF DIABETES SELF-MANAGEMENT EDUCATION (DSME) ON THE QUALITY OF LIFE OF PATIENTS LIVING WITH TYPE-2 DIABETES MELLITUS IN NIGERIA

Adewoyin Osonuga, Kalesanwo Olufemi, Odusoga Osonuga, Ayokunle Osonuga, Gloria Okoye, Ayotunde Osonuga

POLYSOMNOGRAPHY IN A TERTIARY HOSPITAL IN TANZANIA: SUBJECTS’ CHARACTERISTICS AND SLEEP DISORDERS

Philip B. Adebayo, Catherine Ngalo, Lilian Valerian, Rose Mwakabatika, Mandela Makakala, Samina Somji, Tevin Kahwa, Salim Surani

THE PRE-FIBROSCAN AND FIBROSCAN ERA: A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF HISTOLOGIC DIAGNOSIS OF LIVER BIOPSIES

Innocent Emmanuel, Chikwendu Amaike, Philip Ojile Akpa, Barka Vandi Kwaghe, Christiana Nwanneka Ibeanu, Priscilla Onota, Othman Agahu, Nanisi Zorto Bahaushe, James Ben, Jacob Anzaku Emmanuel, Sa’a Jummai Winnie, Tabitha Leslie, Titus Nansok Fadok, Pantong Mark Davwar, Abednego Samuel Dahal, Yadang Dasohot Maktep, Bankole Kofi Adedeji, Addulazis Saleh Longwap, Abubakar Ibrahim Bawa, Barnabas Mafala Mandong

PRIMARY VERSUS DELAYED PRIMARY WOUND CLOSURE IN LOW ENERGY OPEN TIBIA SHAFT FRACTURE: RANDOMIZED CONTROLLED STUDY OF EARLY OUTCOME OF TREATMENT

Adedire A, Oluwadiya K.S, Ajibade A

WHAT DOES IT COST TO PROVIDE FREE MATERNAL AND CHILD HEALTH SERVICES IN PRIMARY HEALTH CENTRES? A CASE STUDY OF IMO STATE, SOUTHEAST NIGERIA

Chinyere Okeke, Chinyere Mbachu, Ifeoma Nwakoby, Obinna Onwujekwe

ASSESSMENT OF SCHOOL COUNSELLORS’ KNOWLEDGE AND ATTITUDE TOWARDS MENTAL ILLNESS AND SUICIDE: A PRE-INTERVENTION SURVEY

Oluwabunmi Idera Nimata Buhari, Biliqis Wuraola Alatishe-Muhammed, Mojirola Martina Fasiku, Foluke Nike BoluSteve, Patricia Omiguele Annor

PATTERN OF RHEUMATIC DISEASES IN A NEW RHEUMATOLOGY CLINIC IN SOUTHWESTERN NIGERIA. A DESCRIPTIVE STUDY

GJ Odunlami, A. Ajibade, HB Olaosebikan, TA Adetunji, AA Okoha, AO Idowu, AO Enitan, AA Sanusi, OA Akinyele, OA Omoyiola, UC Eke, A. Emorinken, OO Adelowo, GE Erhabor

PREVALENCE, PATTERN AND FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH CONSUMPTION OF SWEETENED BEVERAGES AMONG ADOLESCENTS IN OGUN STATE, NIGERIA

Gbadebo Abiola A, Sholeye Oluwafolahan O, Gbadebo Fatai A, Oladokun Haleemat A

CHRONIC COMPLICATIONS OF DIABETES MELLITUS

Oputa RN, Oputa PU

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West African Journal of Medicine

Journal News Alert: LATEST ISSUE: WAJM VOL. 41 JUNE 2024

2024-10-02T15:57:20+00:00

WAJM VOLUME 41, NUMBER 5, MAY 2024

LATEST ISSUE - WAJM VOL. 41. N0. 6, 2024

WAJM VOLUME 41, NUMBER 6 JUNE 2024

The contents of the current issues are listed below. The free abstract-text content of this edition can be accessed on the journal website and on PubMed Central amongst others.

EDITORIAL

Addressing the Persistent Burden of Under-Five Mortality, and the Growing Importance of Healthcare Marketing

G. E. Erhabor

West Afr J Med. June 2024; 41(6): 615–616 PMID: 39340189

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Concordance Between Clinical and Histopathological Diagnosis of Skin Diseases in South-South Nigeria: A Two-Center Study

O. E. Ogunbor, C. R. Madubuko, C. A. Okoye, D. E. Imasogie

West Afr J Med. June 2024; 41(6): 617-624 PMID: 39340193

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Early Versus Delayed Oral Feeding in Emergency Gastrointestinal Surgeries

O. O. Akanbi, A. S. Oguntola, M. L. Adeoti, J. G. Olaogun, O. L. Idris, S. O. Fadiora

West Afr J Med. June 2024; 41(6): 625–629 PMID: 39340200

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Effect of Dietary Phosphate Restriction in Pre-Dialysis Chronic Kidney Disease Patients with Hyperphosphataemia in Southern Nigeria

I. R. Edeki, E. I. Unuigbe, E. I. Okaka

West Afr J Med. 2024 June; 41(6): 630–637 PMID: 39340208

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Physicians' Perception on the Relevance of Healthcare Marketing in a Tertiary Hospital, South-West, Nigeria

T. O. Adebawojo, V. A. Adekiya, O. O. Abesin, N. H. Ugwuchukwu, O. I. Adeniji, M. D. Adekanle, T. O. Esan

West Afr J Med. 2024 June; 41(6): 638–643 PMID: 39340763

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

A Survey of What Healthcare Professionals Consider as Relevant for Decisional Autonomy in Health and Treatment in Nigeria

O. Sorinmade, O. Elugbadebo, T. Bello

West Afr J Med. 2024 June; 41(6): 644–650 PMID: 39340766

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Risk Factors Associated with Under Five Children Mortality in Northeast Nigeria; A Retrospective Analysis of National Demographic and Health Survey Data

Y. A. Misau, M. F. Bashir, M. M. Dabo, A. S. Adamu, L. M. Dattijo, A. Z. Musa, S. M. Ahmad, J. Yaya, M. Meremikwu, B. M. Usman, N. K. Abdulhamid

West Afr J Med. 2024 June; 41(6): 651–658 PMID: 39340779

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Relationship Between Blood Pressure Control and Self-Care Practices Among Hypertensive Patients Attending Family Medicine Clinic of Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, Lagos, Nigeria

S. O. Odunaye-Badmus, O. O. Sodipo, S. O. Malomo, O. E. Oluwatuyi, R. N. Odiana

West Afr J Med. 2024 June; 41(6): 659–667 PMID: 39340787

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Prevalence of Intestinal Parasitic Infections Among Pregnant Women: A Multi-Centre Survey

S. E. Ocheja, O. Adesina, O. Makanjuola

West Afr J Med. 2024 June; 41(6): 668–674 PMID: 39340789

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Heart Rate Variability in Healthy Young Adult Nigerians

D. B. Adamu, B. S. Chori, O. Onaadepo, J. O. Ogedengbe, A. N. Odili

West Afr J Med. 2024 June; 41(6): 675–681 PMID: 39340793

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Assessment of Rifampicin Indeterminate Results among Adult Patients attending a Tertiary Tuberculosis Treatment Center in Port Harcourt Rivers State using Shewhart control Charts: Implications for patients and Tuberculosis Control Programs

T. J. Abaate, A. A. Alali

West Afr J Med. 2024 June; 41(6): 682–690 PMID: 39340811

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Prevalence of High Blood Pressure and Associated Factors among a Population of Apparently Healthy in-School Adolescents in Delta State, Nigeria: A Cross-Sectional Survey

E. M. Umuerri, Patrick Oyibo, I. A. Oyibo, O. Eyawo

West Afr J Med. 2024 June; 41(6): 691–698 PMID: 39340813

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

A Comparative Study of Intelligence Quotients of Almajirai Attending Quranic Schools and Pupils of Selected Primary Schools in Zaria, Northwest Nigeria

A. Abubakar-Abdullateef, A. Mohammed, K. Kusi-Mensah, H. D. Mohammed, A. S. Kakangi

West Afr J Med. 2024 June; 41(6): 699–707 PMID: 39340822

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Total Thyroidectomy versus Subtotal Thyroidectomy as a Suitable Surgery for Benign Thyroid Disorders

W. M. El-Sayed, S. Elhariri, M. S. F. Mekhaeel, I. Burud

West Afr J Med. 2024 June; 41(6): 708–713 PMID: 39340827

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Trends in Dermatological Diagnoses During Covid-19 Pandemic in Nigeria: A Retrospective Study

C. C. Anaje, O. I. Ezejiofor, N. A. Enechukwu, C. I. Okpala, C. L. Onyekonwu, J. C. Nkesi

West Afr J Med. 2024 June; 41(6): 714-720 PMID: 39342417

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Knowledge of Helping Babies Breathe Programme and the Determinants among Trainees in Edo State

I. G. Enato, O. K. Olaniyi, O. J. Uduebor, S. Oriaifo, E. Idemudia, I. A. Enadeghe, F. Okhamafe, O. Ezomo, E. M. Osazee, V. S. Effiong

West Afr J Med. 2024 June; 41(6): 721-726 PMID: 39342419

CASE REPORT AND REVIEW OF LITERATURE

Ebstein's Anomaly in a Young Nigerian Lady

S. E. Antia, G. C. Isiguzo, C. C. Ajaero, P. O. Okpala, C. N. Ugwu

West Afr J Med. 2024 June; 41(6): 727–734 PMID: 39342421

PROCESSING AND PUBLICATION FEES

Given the prevailing economic conditions, the increasing production costs, and the fluctuating exchange rates, we kindly request authors to submit payments in US Dollars (USD) for all processing and publication fees. Kindly be informed that from January 2024, manuscripts accepted for publication will be rescheduled for the subsequent edition if publication fees are not settled within the designated payment period. If any author encounters challenges making payments in USD, please don't hesitate to contact the Editor-in-Chief via email. - wajmeditorinchief@gmail.com or whatsapp (08068925934)

The current fees are as stated below:

Processing Fee: $60.00

Publication Fee: $150.00

Payment in Dollars (Domiciliary Account)

Account Name: West African Journal Medicine

Account Number: 0483489788

Bank: GT Bank

Swift Code: GTBINGLA

Sort Code: 058194010

JULY 2024 EDITION

This edition is currently in the final stages of publishing. Kindly note that corresponding authors of manuscripts are encouraged to settle any outstanding statutory charges at their earliest convenience. Please, note that the publishing fees should be paid ONLY into the WAJM Account. Evidence of payment should be forwarded to the Editor-In-Chief’s email - wajmeditorinchief@gmail.com.

The following articles have been listed for the JULY 2024 edition.

EDITORIAL

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G. E. Erhabor

ORIGINAL ARTICLES

THE VALUE OF TARGETED SCREENING FOR GLAUCOMA: THE UNIVERSITY OF ILORIN TEACHING HOSPITAL EXPERIENCE

Tokunbo Sarah Obajolowo, Ibrahim Abiodun Yusuf, Sodiq Adeoti, Joshua F. A. Owoeye, Mutairu Abiodun Taiwo, Fatai Olasunkanmi Olatunji

RESEARCH PARTICIPATION AND FEEDBACK: PERCEPTION OF ADOLESCENTS AND YOUNG ADULTS LIVING WITH HIV IN LAGOS, NIGERIA

Abideen O Salako, Tomilola Musari-Martins, Folahanmi T Akinsolu, Oluwatosin O Odubela, Priscilla N Ezemelue, Babasola Opaneye, Samuel Bankole, Nurudeen O Rahman, Ifeoma E Idigbe, AhmadRufai Abubakar, Nkiru A David, Titilola A Gbaja-biamila

ASSESSMENT, MANAGEMENT, AND QUALITY OF CARE OF ACUTE CORONARY SYNDROME PATIENTS PRESENTING WITH NON-TRAUMATIC ACUTE CHEST PAIN IN THE EMERGENCY ROOM

Olulola O Oladapo, Kehinde A. Ojifinni, Oladimeji Adebayo, Olanike A. Orimolade, Olumayowa Oluwasanjo, Veronica A. Obasuyi, Adebukola T. Adeyanju

A 7-MONTH REVIEW OF CLINICAL AND DEMOGRAPHIC PREDICTORS OF CHILDHOOD MORTALITY IN A TERTIARY CHILDREN HOSPITAL IN FREETOWN, SIERRA LEONE

Akhigbe, Irene Eseohe, Ikhurionan, Paul Ehiabhi, Bell, Nellie Valerie Tayo, Luke, Ronita Désirée Cornelia, Abubakarr, Bah Bailor, Geissler-Jalloh, Annett, Mustapha, Ayeshatu Majagbae, Ofovwe, Gabriel Egberue

MOLECULAR SUBTYPES OF BREAST CANCER IN A TERTIARY CENTRE IN EDO STATE: SOUTH-SOUTH NIGERIA

Ugiagbe EE, Owolabi DO

GAPS IN MANAGEMENT OF DYSLIPIDAEMIA AMONG PHYSICIANS IN NIGERIA: REPORT OF A WEB-BASED SURVEY

Ayoola YA, Adejumo OA, Oiwoh SO, Akande JO, Adebayo O, Oseni TIA, Inofomoh FO, Mamza AA, Edeki IR, Enikuomehin AC, Oni OO, Junaid OA, Shogade TT, Yusuf IA, Mustapha YM, Yusuf AO, Oyedepo DS, Adebayo SO, Akintunde AA

OPINIONS OF DENTAL TECHNOLOGISTS IN NIGERIA ON QUALITY OF WORK AUTHORIZATION FOR REMOVABLE DENTAL PROSTHESES

Olugbenga A. ADENUGA-TAIWO, Temitope O. OMOSEEBI, Modupe O. BOWALE, Adenike. O. AWOTILE, Ifeoma. DIKE

ASSESSING THE QUALITY OF LIFE OF HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS IN HIGH-STRESS UNITS AT A TERTIARY HEALTH CENTRE IN SOUTH-EASTERN NIGERIA

Ezemenahi SI, Ibeh CC, Okonkwo OS, Anusi CS, Ezemenahi SC, Eseigbe P, Alabi AN

PERCEPTION, PRACTICE AND COST BURDEN OF MEDICAL TOURISM AMONG PHYSICIANS IN PUBLIC TERTIARY HEALTH FACILITIES IN OYO STATE, SOUTH-WEST, NIGERIA

Rebecca Y. Olatunde, Oluwaseun T. Esan

AWARENESS OF PRIMARY CARE PROVIDERS ON GENITAL SCHISTOSOMIASIS INFECTION IN NORTHERN NIGERIA

Yahanazu Sada Abdullahi, Abdulgafar Lekan Olawumi, Mandisa Tenego, Munir Shu'aibu Sidi, Dan-Inna Muhammad Zaharadeen, Yolah F. Bangbeor Camanor, Tijani Idris Ahmad Oseni

USE OF PROPHYLACTIC PARENTERAL TRANEXAMIC ACID FOR REDUCTION OF BLOOD LOSS DURING AND AFTER CAESAREAN SECTION: A DOUBLE-BLIND RANDOMIZED CONTROLLED STUDY

Adaeze Vivian Ndubuisi, Polycarp Uchenna Agu, Emmanuel Onyebuchi Ugwu, Samuel Nnamdi Obi, George Uchenna Eleje, Matthew Ikechukwu Eze, Kingsley Emeka Ekwuazi, Angela Ogechukwu Ugwu, Peter Chienye Ekwueme, Chukwudi Simon Anigbo

ANALYSIS OF THE FACTORS AFFECTING MALE-FEMALE SEX RATIO OF BABIES BORN THROUGH ASSISTED REPRODUCTIVE TECHNOLOGY

Aloy Okechukwu Ugwu, Christian Chigozie Makwe, Vanessa Kay

BIVENTRICULAR HYPERTROPHIC CARDIOMYOPATHY IN A 26-YEAR-OLD NIGERIAN WOMAN WITH NOONAN SYNDROME

Ogah OS, Aje A, Obasuyi VA, Orimolade OA, Nebo IT, Ajao FA, Olawuyi DA, Olalekan VK, Ogah CM, Obiekwe FE, Odenigbo MN, Adebayo OM, Abiodun M Adeoye AM, Oladapo OO, Adebiyi A

INTRAMURAL PREGNANCY; AN INTRIGUING DIAGNOSIS IN A RESOURCE CONSTRAINT PRACTICE O.O. Lawal, G.O. Obajimi, C.M. Okor, J.A. Ogunsola

CEREBRAL ECHINOCOCCOSIS MIMICKING A BRAIN TUMOUR IN RURAL SOUTHWEST NIGERIA

Mikhail Olayinka BUHARI, Oladipo OMOSEBI, Oluwole Olarinmoye OYELEYE, Olaleke FOLARANMI, Olagoke Olaseinde ERINOMO, Olawale Morenikeji Adeniyi

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West African Journal of Medicine

Journal Newsletter: AUGUST 2022 NEWSLETTER

2022-09-20T22:44:40+00:00

From The Desk of The Editor-in-Chief

AUGUST 2022 NEWSLETTER

It is a pleasure to present the Journal newsletter for August 2022.

WAJM VOLUME 39, NUMBER 7, JULY 2022

The printed copies of the July edition are available at the West African Journal of Medicine (WAJM) office at 6, Taylor Drive, Edmund Crescent, Medical Compound, Yaba, Lagos State. Complimentary copies have been sent to corresponding authors by courier service. Authors and those interested in copies of this edition can request for it at the journal office or send an email to wajmeditorinchief@gmail.com

WAJM VOLUME 39, NUMBER 8 AUGUST 2022

Listed below are the current issues - August 2022 Journal edition. The free abstract-text content of this edition can be accessed on PubMed Central amongst others.

EDITORIAL NOTES

Growth Hormone: Its Physiology, Plethora of Uses and Misuse

S. Chinenye

West Afr J Med. 2022 August; 39 (8): 775-776 PMID 36057798

ORIGINAL ARTICLES

First Cases of Sars-cov-2 Reinfection Coinciding with the Covid-19 Second Wave, Benin City, Nigeria

B.U. Okwara, I.I. Osaigbovo, E.O. Ogboghodo, F. Adio, E. Oduware, D.E. Obaseki, D. Asamah

West Afr J Med. 2022 August; 39 (8): 777-780 PMID 36057812

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Fatal Spontaneous Subarachnoid Haemorrhage- A Report of Three Unusual Causes

O.A. Badejo, M.T. Shokunbi

West Afr J Med. 2022 August; 39 (8): 781-787 PMID 36057847

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Audit of Stroke Admissions in a Tertiary Hospital in South East Nigeria

B.A. Ezeala-Adikaibe, U.H. Okafor, C.C. Okwara, E. Iwuozo, F. Ekochin, N. Mbadiwe, P. Chime, T. Okpara, T. Nnaji, M. Nwobodo, M. Ezeme

West Afr J Med. 2022 August; 39 (8): 788-794 PMID 36057857

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Comparative Evaluation of Creatinine and Cystatin C Derived Glomerular Filtration Rate Methods in Hiv Patients on Therapy and Healthy Controls

C.C. Nganwuchi, A.J. Onuegbu, M.J. Olisekodiaka, J.E. Okwara, U.K. Amah, O.C. Okamgba, S. A. Offiah

West Afr J Med. 2022 August; 39 (8): 795-799 PMID 36057858

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Predictors of Satisfaction with Wound Care Services in an Outpatient Setting in Kano, Nigeria

G.C. Michael, B.A. Grema, A.O. Ashimi, A.L. Olawumi, Z.A. Umar, Z. Mahmoud, S.A. Aji

West Afr J Med. 2022 August; 39 (8): 800-807 PMID 36057862

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Marginal Traction Alopecia: Hair Care Practices, Severity Score and Trichoscopic Features in Lagos, Nigeria

E.L Anaba, E.O. Akinkugbe, E. Otrofanowei, O. Adeife-Cole, O. Ayanlowo, I. Oaku, I. Akwara

West Afr J Med. 2022 August; 39 (8): 808-815 PMID 36057972

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

A Method of Conservative Management of Giant Omphalocele Useful in Preventing Rupture of Sac

H.K. Odion-Obomhense, N.S. Awunor, U. Onyeaso

West Afr J Med. 2022 August; 39 (8): 816-822 PMID 36057973

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Surgical Glove Perforation and Percutaneous Injury during Intermaxillary Fixation with 0.5 Mm Stainless Steel Wire

T.E. Osodin, O.A. Akadiri, V.I. Akinmoladun, A.O. Fasola, A.A. Olaitan

West Afr J Med. 2022 August; 39 (8): 823-828 PMID 36057974

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Keloids in Darkly Pigmented Skin: Clinical Pattern and Presentation at a Tertiary Health Facility, Southwest Nigeria

A.G. Alo, A.O. Akinboro, A.A. Ajani, F.O. Olanrewaju, M.M. Oripelaye, O.A. Olasode

West Afr J Med. 2022 August; 39 (8): 829-835 PMID 36057975

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Prevalence and Pattern of Alcoholic Beverage Consumption among Undergraduates in Remo, Ogun State, Southwest, Nigeria

O.O. Sholeye, Z.T. Alimi, O.A. Jeminusi, A.A. Gbadebo, A. Akinpelu

West Afr J Med. 2022 August; 39 (8): 836-843 PMID 36058005

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Cardiovascular Findings in Adult Patients with Sickle Cell Anaemia in Steady State seen in Calabar, Nigeria

V.O. Ansa, M.A. Inyama, E.A. Mpama, V.M. Uhegbu, A. Otu, I. Ukpeh, D.S. Otu, C. Akpan, U. Njideoffor, C. Onwurah

West Afr J Med. 2022 August; 39 (8): 844-851 PMID 36058006

ORIGINAL ARTICLE

Cash Transfers may Increase the No-show Rate for Surgical Patients in Low-resource Settings: A Randomized Controlled Trial

M.G. Shrime, E.A. Harter, B. Handforth, C.L. Phillips, W.C. Hendrika, M. Hamer, D. Alcorn, T. Bennette, E.F. Millimouno, J. Nieba, B.A. Oumar, K.M. Zogbe

West Afr J Med. 2022 August; 39 (8): 852-858 PMID 36066508

CASE REPORT

Female Genital Schistosomiasis (FGS) Associated with Well-Differentiated Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Vulva: A Case Report

R. Ibrahim, H.U. Farouk, A.I. Lawan, Y.M. Abdullahi

West Afr J Med. 2022 August; 39 (8): 859-861 PMID 36062964

CASE REPORT

Isolated Hepatic Sarcoidosis: A Case Report and Literature Review

S.C. Egboh, E. Ray-Offor, C.C. Obiorah

West Afr J Med. 2022 August; 39 (8): 862-866 PMID 36062988

REVIEW ARTICLE

Growth Hormone Deficiency: Navigating the Terrain of Diagnosis and Treatment in Sub-Saharan Africa

I.J. Akinola, A.U. Solarin, R.K. Henry

West Afr J Med. 2022 August; 39 (8): 867-873 PMID 36063029

REVIEW ARTICLE

Neurobiological Underpinnings in Drug Addiction

C.N.S. Nwonu, P.C. Nwonu and R.A. Ude

West Afr J Med. 2022 August; 39 (8): 874-884 PMID 36063103

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SEPTEMBER 2022 EDITION

This edition is currently in the final stages of publishing. Corresponding authors of manuscripts are advised to kindly pay the statutory charges within the next one week in order to expedite the process. Please, note that the publishing fees should be paid ONLY into the WAJM Account. Evidence of payment should be forwarded to the Editor-In-Chief’s email - wajmeditorinchief@gmail.com.

The following articles have been listed for the SEPTEMBER 2022 edition.

ARTICLES

MEDICAL AND DENTAL STUDENTS PERCEPTIONS OF THE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT DURING ANATOMIC PATHOLOGY PLACEMENT AT OBAFEMI AWOLOWO UNIVERSITY ILE-IFE, NIGERIA

GO Omoniyi-Esan, N Naidoo, AO Fatusi

ASSOCIATION BETWEEN PHYSICAL INACTIVITY AND METABOLIC SYNDROME IN SOUTH-WEST NIGERIA

E. N. Adejumo, A.O Adejumo, N. L. Nwobi, C. J. Okafor, S. S. Enitan, S. Y. Lokpo

FREQUENCY AND PATTERN OF RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS IN A TERTIARY HOSPITAL IN MAIDUGURI, NORTH-EASTERN NIGERIA

Abubakar Yerima, Umar Hassan Usman, Hafisu Umar Faruk, Olufemi Adelowo

SUBSTANCE USE AND TREATMENT OUTCOME AMONG PEOPLE LIVING WITH HIV [PLWHIV] ACCESSING CARE AT CIDC 161 NAF HOSPITAL, MAKURDI, NIGERIA; IMPLICATION FOR INTERVENTION

Godian C. Ezema, Elias C. Aniwada, Chika N. Onwasigwe

TONSILLECTOMY; POST-OPERATIVE HEMORRHAGE REDUCTION STRATEGY IN JOS, NORTH CENTRAL NIGERIA

Daniel D. Kokong, Adeyi A. Adoga, Nuhu D. Ma’an, Ishaku Turaki, Chukwunonso J. Mbachi, Gabriel A. Ajogwu, Obadiah D. Damulak

FACTORS INFLUENCING HEALTH-PROMOTING LIFESTYLE AMONG OBAFEMI AWOLOWO UNIVERSITY UNDERGRADUATES IN ILE IFE, NIGERIA

Funmito O. Fehintola, Caleb A. Adegbenro, Macellina Y. Ijadunola, Samuel A. Olowookere, Alaba Oluwatoyin Adedoyin, Abdulazeez O. Okubadejo, Testimony Olajire,

Olarenwaju Oladipupo

LAPAROSCOPIC DISTAL PANCREATECTOMY FOR A LARGE MULTICYSTIC PANCREATIC TUMOUR IN ILE-IFE, NIGERIA: A CASE REPORT

Adisa AO, Adesunkanmi AO

UTILIZATION OF DIGITAL MEDIA FOR SEXUAL AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH INFORMATION AMONG IN-SCHOOL ADOLESCENTS IN BENIN CITY, NIGERIA

J. C. NWAOGWUGWU, A. R. ISARA

COVID-19 VACCINE HESITANCY IN A MEDICALLY CHALLENGED CONTEXT: A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY OF DRIVERS, DANGERS AND CORRECTIVE MEASURES FOR VACCINE HESITANCY AND POTENTIAL PENALTIES FOR DECLINING VACCINATION AMONG ADULTS IN SOUTH-EASTERN NIGERIA

Gabriel Uche Iloh, Miracle Erinma Chukwuonye

ACUTE CHOLECYSTITIS AND DIVERTICULAR ABSCESS PATIENT WITH COVID-19 INFECTION

Tobe Momah, Khusbuben Patel

TOOTH LOSS: THE NIGERIAN EXPERIENCE- A NARRATIVE REVIEW

O.O. Dosumu, C.A. Akinyamoju, E.O. Dosumu, O.O. Ogunsuji, J.T. Ogunrinde

VITREOUS HEMORRHAGE; AETIOLOGY AND VISUAL OUTCOME OF VITRECTOMY IN A BLACK AFRICAN POPULATION

ON Okonkwo, AO Hassan, Akanbi T, O Oderinlo, M Ekuoba Gyasi, I Oyekunle

PRESENTATION AND MANAGEMENT OUTCOMES OF CHOLECYSTECTOMIES AT A DISTRICT HOSPITAL IN ABUJA, NORTH CENTRAL NIGERIA

Aghahowa ME, Onyegbutulem HC, Bassey OS, Esomonu SN, Ezike KN, Nwokorie RM,

Ahmadu A

PERCEPTION AND CONCERNS ABOUT THE USE OF GLOVES, FACEMASK, AND HIV DISCRIMINATORY ATTITUDE OF CHILDREN ATTENDING DENTAL CLINICS IN SOUTHERN NIGERIA

NK Onyejaka, NM Chukwumah, EO Oziegbe, N Folaranmi, MO Folayan

EFFECT OF HONEY ON COUGH SYMPTOMS IN CHILDREN WITH UPPER RESPIRATORY TRACT INFECTION: A RANDOMISED CONTROLLED TRIAL

Anibasa FO, Abuba T, Dankyau M

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From The desk of the Editor-in-Chief

Dear Colleagues,

It is a pleasure to present the Journal newsletter for November 2021. I would like to appreciate the authors, reviewers and the two colleges for the continued support in making the West African Journal of Medicine (WAJM) outstanding.

WAJM VOLUME 38, NUMBER 10, OCTOBER 2021

The printed copies of the October edition are available at the West African Journal of Medicine (WAJM) office at 6, Taylor Drive, Edmund Crescent, Medical Compound, Yaba, Lagos State. Corresponding authors have been sent their complimentary copies by courier service. Authors and those interested in copies of this edition can request at the journal office or send an email to wajmeditorinchief@gmail.com.

WAJM VOLUME 38, NUMBER 11, NOVEMBER, 2021

Listed below are the articles for the November 2021 Journal edition. The free abstract-text content of this edition can be accessed on PubMed Central, EMBASE, Excerpta Medica, and African Index Medicus, amongst others.

EDITORIAL

Better Lung Health for All – Reducing the Global Impact of Pneumonia, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Lung Cancer

Erhabor G. E

West Afr J Med. 2021 November; 38 (11): 1027-1028 PMID 34918892

ORIGINAL

Point-of-Care Anti-Counterfeit Medicines Technologies: Awareness and Utilization among Medical Practitioners in Eastern Nigeria

G. U. Iloh, B. A. Akodu, E. A. Emeka, I. V. Obi

West Afr J Med. 2021 November; 38 (11): 1029-1035 PMID 34918894

COVID-19 and Pregnancy: A Prospective Descriptive Study from a Tertiary Hospital in Nigeria

D. Alasia, O. Maduka, V. O. Oputa, N. Orazulike, J. Otokwala, N. Osemwegie, C. Ozah, J. N. Inya, S. Omietimi, S. Ogan, H. Ugboma, P. Stanley

West Afr J Med. 2021 November; 38 (11): 1036-1041 PMID 34919179

Deficits of Learning and Spatial Memory are Associated with Increased Pyknosis of Pyramidal Neurons of the Hippocampus of Adult Rats with Chronic Hydrocephalus

O. M. Femi-Akinlosotu, M.T. Shokunbi, F. E. Olopade, P. Igbong

West Afr J Med. 2021 November; 38 (11): 1042-1049 PMID 34919360

Determining the Knowledge, Attitude and Perception towards COVID-19 among Newly Recruited Surveillance Team in Ikeja, Lagos State, Nigeria: How justified are we in the Recruitment?

O. A. Babatunde, R. O. Akande, S. O. Olarewaju

West Afr J Med. 2021 November; 38 (11): 1050-1057 PMID 34919361

Exposure to Anti-Tobacco Messaging and Quit Attempts among Adolescent and Young Adult in Lagos, Nigeria: A Population-based Study

A. Oyapero, O. Erinoso, M. Osoba, M. Amure, O. Osibogun, K. Wright, A. Osibogun

West Afr J Med. 2021 November; 38 (11): 1058-1064 PMID 34919362

Laboratory Diagnostic Capacity for Fungal Infections in Nigerian Tertiary Hospitals: A Gap Analysis Survey

I. I. Osaigbovo, R. O. Oladele, E. Orefuwa, O. A. Akanbi, C. Ihekweazu

West Afr J Med. 2021 November; 38 (11): 1065-1071 PMID 34919364

Detection of NDM-1 in Metallo-Beta-Lactamase-Producing Strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa isolates from a Tertiary Hospital in Southwest Nigeria

A. Onipede, B. Odetoyin, O. Ojo, Adesola Adejobi

West Afr J Med. 2021 November; 38 (11): 1072-1079 PMID 34921543

Pattern and Predictors of Patients’ Willingness to Comply with Recommendations after Surgical Consultations in a Teaching Hospital in Nigeria

K. E. Okonta, D. S. Ogaji

West Afr J Med. 2021 November; 38 (11): 1080-1087 PMID 34921722

Pattern of Blood Donation and Transfusion Transmissible Infections in a Hospital-Based Blood Transfusion Service in Lagos, Nigeria

A. A. Ogbenna, S. A. Adewoyin, C. O. Famuyiwa, K. M. Oyewole, O. A. Oyedeji, A. S. Akanmu

West Afr J Med. 2021 November; 38 (11): 1088-1094 PMID 34922408

Prevalence of Malocclusion in Children between the Age of 10–15 Years in Calabar Metropolis, Cross River

M. N. Adekoya, O. S. Ayedun, T. E. Adeyemi

West Afr J Med. 2021 November; 38 (11): 1095-1100 PMID 34922409

Reproductive Behaviors among Men of a Rural Community in North-Western Nigeria

M. J. Ibrahim, N. Adamou, A. A. Olorukooba, V. N. Omole

West Afr J Med. 2021 November; 38 (11): 1101-1107 PMID 34922410

Visual Status of Patients with Retinitis Pigmentosa: A Multicenter Study

D. Nkanga, C. Agweye, T. Akanbi, W. Ovienra, O. Adenuga, A. Ibanga, I. Oyekunle, M. M. Udoh, O. N. Okonkwo

West Afr J Med. 2021 November; 38 (11): 1108-1113 PMID 34922411

Ten-Year Review of Paediatric Endocrine Disorders at Uniosun Teaching Hospital, Osogbo, Nigeria

I. O. Oluwayemi, O. A. Oyedeji, E. O. Adeniji, A. A. Afolabi, T. O. Ayeni

West Afr J Med. 2021 November; 38 (11): 1114-1119 PMID 34922412

Epidemiologic Characteristics, Clinical Features and Outcomes of COVID 19: Patients Admitted at the Asokoro District Hospital Isolation and Treatment Center, Abuja, North Central Nigeria

H.C. Onyegbutulem, D. Dilli, V.C. Nnabuchi, M.E. Aghahowa, F. Alu, U.E. Afiomah, D.O. Atanda, G.C. Nwankwo, I. Ani-Osheku, O.O. Olatise, O.B. Abolade, O.I. Akerele, P.I. Henry-Onyegbutulem

West Afr J Med. 2021 November; 38 (11): 1120-1128 PMID 34922413

Acute Exacerbation of COPD: Clinical Perspectives and Literature Review

G. E. Erhabor, B. Adeniyi, A. O. Arawomo, O. Akinwalere, G. Adetona, F. T. Fagbohun, J. Aigbirior, J. O. Erhabor

West Afr J Med. 2021 November; 38 (11): 1129-1142 PMID 34922414

DECEMBER 2021 EDITION

This edition is currently in the editorial phase and will soon be sent to the press. Corresponding authors of manuscripts are advised to kindly pay the statutory charges within the next one week in order to expedite the process. Please, note that the publishing fees should be paid ONLY into the WAJM Account. Evidence of payment should be forwarded to the Editor-In-Chief’s email - wajmeditorinchief@gmail.com.

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The following articles have been listed for the DECEMBER edition.

THE PREVALENCE AND PATTERN OF THYROID DYSFUNCTION IN HAART-NAÏVE HIV PATIENTS IN ENUGU, NIGERIA: A CROSS-SECTIONAL COMPARATIVE STUDY

Chidiebere V. Ugwueze, Ekenechukwu E. Young, Chioma Unachukwu, Belonwu M. Onyenekwe, Chidinma B. Nwatu, Christian I. Okafor, Ezeude Chidiebele M Ezeude, Basil C. Ezeokpo

THE CLINICAL UTILITY OF KIDNEY CORTICAL THICKNESS IN ASSESSING SEVERITY OF CKD IN A LOW INCOME SETTING

PK Uduagbamen, OA Odunlami, AO AdebolaYusuf, MU Thompson, NK. Ojo, OF Ajiboye, O Ehioghae, DV Oyewale

GIANT AGGRESSIVE ODONTOGENIC FIBROMA IN A 15-MONTH-OLD FEMALE: CASE REPORT AND REVIEW OF LITERATURE

Fomete B, Samaila MOA, Agbara R, Ajike SO, Foto WF

DISCHARGE AGAINST MEDICAL ADVICE (DAMA) IN ADULT EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT OF A TERTIARY HOSPITAL IN NIGERIA

Nnamdi Jude NWASHILLI, Peter Ikponmwosa AGBONROFO

SECOND-HAND TOBACCO SMOKE EXPOSURE IN CHILDREN: A NEGLECTED DRIVER OF HEALTH DISPARITIES AND SOCIAL INJUSTICE IN NIGERIA

Afolabi Oyapero, Olufemi Erinoso, Olubukola Olamide Olatosi

PREVALENCE OF MOLECULAR MARKERS OF PLASMODIUM FALCIPARUM RESISTANCE TO PROGUANIL AND PYRIMETHAMINE IN CHILDREN WITH HAEMOGLOBIN PHENOTYPES SS AND AA IN BENIN CITY, NIGERIA

Enato Izehiuwa Gertrude, Sadoh Ayebo Evawere, Ibadin Okoeguale Michael, Odunvbun Magdalene Erhieyouvbe

RISK PERCEPTION AND FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH COMPLIANCE TO COVID-19 PREVENTIVE MEASURES AMONG COMMERCIAL DRIVERS IN ABAKALIKI NIGERIA: AN IMPERATIVE FOR TARGETED INTERVENTION

Cosmas Kenan Onah, Benedict Ndubueze Azuogu, Chukwuma David Umeokonkwo, Christian Obasi Akpa, Rowland Utulu, Peter Elom, Azuka Stephen Adeke, Odi Ogonna Okoro, Urom Michael

THE PATTERN OF HEMOGLOBIN PHENOTYPES AND THE CLINICAL IDENTITY OF CLIENTS TESTED AT A PRIVATE DIAGNOSTIC CENTER IN SOUTH-WEST NIGERIA

Ademola Samson Adewoyin, Olayemi Atinuke Alagbe, Egbuagha Ephraim Uzoma, Taiwo Rachel Kotila

HUMAN MONKEY POX VIRUS INFECTION IN PLATEAU STATE, NORTH CENTRAL NIGERIA: A REPORT OF 2 CASES

Eseigbe EE, Akude C, Osagie IA, Eseigbe P

AWARENESS, AVAILABILITY AND USE OF TEACHING AIDS AND SKILL ACQUISITION MATERIALS IN FAMILY MEDICINE TRAINING CENTRES IN WEST AFRICA

Akinfemi J. Fatusin, Tijani Idris Ahmad Oseni, Tawakalit O. Salam, Kalala S. Kankonde, Bolatito B. Fatusin, Pius Ameh, Nana Kwame Ayisi-Boateng

PAIN RELIEF FOR HYSTEROSALPINGOGRAPHY A RANDOMIZED CONTROLLED, DOUBLE BLINDED TRIAL COMPARING SUPPOSITORY DICLOFENAC, PRILOCAINE-LIGNOCAINE (EMLA) CREAM AND PLACEBO

O. C. Agboghoroma, K. W. Durojaiye, K. Jimoh, E. A. Essiet

LONG COVID IN NIGERIA: BEYOND THE EPIDEMIC, MAKING ADEQUATE PREPARATIONS FOR THE LONG-TERM EFFECTS OF COVID -19

Bamidele Adeniyi, Olubukola Akinwalere, Gregory Erhabor

SCALING-UP COMMUNITY SELF-REPORTING FOR COVID-19: IMPLICATION FOR ASSESSING THE PERCEIVED STIGMATIZATION OF COVID-19 PATIENTS AMONG RESIDENTS OF AGEGE LOCAL GOVERNMENT, LAGOS, NIGERIA

Olaniyan Akintunde Babatunde, Owoicho Samuel Amifofun, Sunday Thomas Sola, Abayomi Akande, Baqiah Morenike Yesufu, Ibukun Mary Akanbi, Magbagbeola David Dairo

BIOCHEMICAL ASSESSMENT OF CARDIOVASCULAR RISK ASSOCIATED WITH THE DURATION OF ANTIPSYCHOTIC THERAPY IN PATIENTS WITH SCHIZOPHRENIA

Akande AA, Adelekan A, Abdulazeez IM

HAEMATOLOGICAL CHANGES ASSOCIATED WITH HEPATITIS B VIRUS INFECTION IN INDIVIDUAL WITH AND WITHOUT SICKLE CELL DISEASE

Foluke A. Fasola, Oluwatoyin A. Babalola, Georgina N. Odaibo, Abayomi Odetunde, Nanfisat A. Alamukii, David Ajayi, Onaja Akpa., Biobele J. Brown. Chinedum P. Babalola and Adeyinka G. Falusi

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The journal is expanding to accommodate current issues, clinical perspectives, conference and workshop reports, patient vignettes, medical and health news and short communications in various fields of medicine and surgery. We would like to encourage authors to send in articles in these categories.
We would also like to invite scholars to contribute to a CME column which would make the journal more functional to our junior colleagues globally.
We welcome suggestions and ideas on how to improve the quality and outcome of our journal.
We would like to apologize to authors for the delays in the publication process. This is largely due to the peer reviewer process. We will continue to strive to overcome this challenge.

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Procedures and steps on how to navigate the website will be placed on a page on the website itself as well as the monthly newsletter you receive from us.

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REVIEW PROCESS

In order to expedite our review process and ensure that manuscripts are not unduly delayed, it is essential that all reviewers promptly review and submit their reports within the stipulated time frame.

We have been having difficulties getting reviewers to review certain manuscripts. We would henceforth, request that the authors submit three suggested reviewers who are not domiciled in their institutions. The editor-in-chief reserves the right and the discretion to use the suggested reviewers or not. However, these will add up to the pool or reviewers’ bank. Details would be communicated to authors as the need arises.

If authors find unusual delays in the processing of their manuscripts, they should kindly reach me through our designated phone number or send me private message through the WhatsApp line (+2348068925934).

FINAL NOTE

Once again, I want to thank you all for your unparallel support towards the quality output of our journal. Our goal is to make the journal enviable journal, not only in the sub-Saharan Africa, but internationally.

We are currently reviewing our editorial board to include international scholars. This is to improve the impact of the journal and to make the editorial process more effective and efficient.

I look forward to receiving your suggestions and feedbacks on the way forward and I thank you all for your encouragement and support.

Wishing you a merry Christmas and a prosperous new year in advance.

Prof. G. E. Erhabor

Editor-in-Chief

West African Journal of Medicine