Niger J Clin Pract
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The study aimed to define the association between spinal degeneration parameters and the rise in smartphone usage time. This was a cross-sectional study. ⋯ The analysis of cervical spine MRI data of young adult patients with neck pain shows that the smartphone usage time is effective in cervical sagittal balance disruption, disc degeneration, and development of Modic changes.
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A major cause of hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn (HDFN) is an incompatibility of the Rhesus (Rh) blood group between the mother and fetus. ⋯ This study did not identify any Rhc and D alloantibodies in the study population suggesting there is a low risk of alloimmunization and HDFN due to anti-Rhc and D in this population.
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The violence experienced by a woman during her pregnancy period has a direct impact on both mother and child, and it generally harms the development of the family and society. ⋯ The rate of exposure to physical violence by her spouse during pregnancy period is high. The provision of education and employment can increase a woman's social networks and improve her status within the family.
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Optic disc swelling in clinical practice is worrisome. It may be associated with benign, sight- or life-threatening conditions. The common etiologies of optic disc swelling are variable in different communities. ⋯ Papillitis, brain tumors, and tilted disc were the most frequent etiologies of optic disc swelling in this study. These etiologies should be excluded in patients with optic disc swelling in our clinics.
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Multicenter Study
Descriptive Epidemiology of Odontogenic Tumors in Nigeria: An African Oral Pathology Research Consortium Multicenter Study.
Many studies have investigated the burden of odontogenic tumor (OT) in Nigeria; however, the true burden and prevalence of these lesions are not known because these studies are based on a center/region. ⋯ OTs showed a slightly higher preponderance in males, occurring mostly in the third decade. Benign lesions were frequent and ameloblastoma was the commonest OT. Variations exist in the occurrence of OTs from the different geographic locations in Nigeria. This study essentially sheds a broader light on the clinicopathological distribution of OTs across Nigeria, using a large multicenter approach.