African health sciences
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African health sciences · Dec 2023
Phenotypic and cytogenetic variability of patau syndrome in Morocco.
The objective of this work was to identify phenotypic features and cytogenetic aspects of trisomy 13 in Moroccan population. The retrospective study was conducted on a group of 9 cases diagnosed cytogenetically with trisomy 13. The study of sex ratio showed a slight female dominance in our group of cases. ⋯ However, each of the chromosomal formula, trisomy 13 by translocation and partial trisomy 13 t (13;18), was found in 20% of our patients. The partial trisomy 13 t (13;18) is the only variant that is still alive and the patients with this anomaly suffer mainly from renal and cardiac anomalies with slight dysmorphia and psychomotor retardation. Our study shows the interest of the cytogenetic analysis in the diagnosis accuracy and in the genetic counseling of patients with Patau syndrome and their parents.
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African health sciences · Dec 2023
Observational StudyPrevalence and determinants of poor glycaemic control in individuals aged between 18-60 years, at a regional hospital in KwaZulu-Natal Province, South Africa- a cross sectional study.
Achieving optimal blood glucose control is imperative for preventing diabetes related complications and negative socio-economic consequences associated with them. ⋯ Patient that were female overweight, having a lower level of education, and greater than three-year duration of medication and on oral hypoglycaemic agent and/or insulin were more likely to have poor blood glucose control. These factors should serve as early identifiers of potential poor control and an alert clinician to adopt a more active approach to optimize treatment.
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African health sciences · Dec 2023
Post-quarantine anxiety and depression levels of COVID-19 positive patients, Northern Cyprus.
The COVID-19 Pandemic, which started to be seen in Northern Cyprus (NC) as of March 2020, has affected the psychological mood of many people in our country as well as all over the world. ⋯ Although it was determined that the HAD scores of the individuals from NC infected with COVID-19 were not high, most of them needed psychological support as they stated in their own statements.
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African health sciences · Dec 2023
Knowledge, attitudes and practices of Moroccan cancer patients and their relatives towards the COVID-19 pandemic.
This study aims to describe the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of cancer patients and their relatives regarding the COVID-19 pandemic in Morocco. ⋯ Although the level of knowledge and practices of cancer patients and relatives was very satisfying, disparities between the two groups were still to be noted. Cancer patients go out less and practice more, despite the impact of confinement on their health.
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African health sciences · Dec 2023
The reliability and validity of the isixhosa version of the euroqol toddler and infant populations (EQ-TIPS) health related quality of life instrument.
Considering the high burden of disease in young children measurement of Health-Related Quality of Life is needed to evaluate the burden of morbidity. This study aims to report on the validity and reliability of the isiXhosa EuroQol Toddler and Infant Populations (EQ-TIPS) measure for South Africa. ⋯ The isiXhosa EQ-TIPS is valid and reliable for very young children in South Africa and we suggest that it be included in the assessment of children with health conditions within this context.