African health sciences
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African health sciences · Sep 2023
Randomized Controlled TrialA feasibility study of 70 kV double low-dose coronary imaging technique in abdomen-fatty patients using dual-source CT.
To investigate the aplication of low contrast agent concentration and low tube voltage in coronary CTA on patients with high BMI (26kg/m2
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African health sciences · Sep 2023
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudyComparison of the effects of different blood conservation techniques in elderly patients undergoing total hip arthroplasty.
To probe into the influences of different blood conservation techniques on the postoperative coagulation function and prognosis of elderly patients receiving Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA). ⋯ The ANH group exhibits higher content of hemoglobin and fewer platelet (Plt)activating factors produced than the ABT group, while no significant difference in the shortened length of hospital stays is found.
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African health sciences · Sep 2023
Non-specialized care of skin disorders: a cross-sectional survey of new patients attending dermatology clinic in a tertiary hospital in Jos, Northcentral Nigeria.
Given the paucity of skin health specialists in Nigeria and the low level of awareness amongst its populace, patients seek for care for skin related disorders from different sources and are given a variety of remedies before accessing specialist care. ⋯ There is need to increase capacity in the care of common skin diseases at all levels of the health care system to decrease patronage of unconventional providers. Raising awareness of the general public on the potential dangers of inappropriate treatment of skin diseases and strengthen referral system is imperative to reduce the burden of skin diseases in the country.
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African health sciences · Sep 2023
Randomized Controlled TrialEfficacy of arthroscopic internal fixation with countersunk screw in the treatment of talus fracture.
To explore clinical effects of arthroscopic internal fixation with countersunk screw in the treatment of talus fracture. ⋯ Arthroscopic internal fixation with countersunk screw can significantly improve the efficacy and ankle joint functions, shorten the fracture-healing time and hospital stays without increasing the incidence of complications.
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African health sciences · Sep 2023
The occurrence of fungi from burn wound patients and antifungal susceptibility patterns: a cross-sectional study in Lusaka, Zambia.
Fungal opportunistic infections in burn wound patients are among the leading cause of morbidity and mortality. Attention remains focused on preventing bacterial infection at the expense of increasing fungal infection in burn wound patients. ⋯ The isolation of Candida albicans and Candida spp from burn wound patients and the hospital ward environment suggests presence of fungi in burn wound patients and hospital ward environments. Candida isolated showed varying susceptibility patterns to fluconazole.