Ethiopian medical journal
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Ethiopian medical journal · Oct 2014
ACUTE APPENDICITIS IN CHILDREN ADMITTED TO ZEWDITU MEMORIAL HOSPITAL.
Acute appendicitis is the most common cause of acute abdomen in children. The rate of appendicular perforation may be related to duration from the onset of symptom presentation to treatment. ⋯ Acute appendicitis was the commonest cause of acute abdomen in children. It was more prevalent in children aged 10-14 years. The commonest presenting symptoms and signs were abdominal pain, anorexia, vomiting, and fever and right lower quadrant tenderness. The risk of perforation is directly proportional to the duration of illness at presentation. Perforated appendicitis was associated with increased morbidity, mortality and prolonged hospital stay.
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Ethiopian medical journal · Oct 2014
MATERNAL AND PERINATAL OUTCOME OF PREGNANCIES WITH PRETERM PREMATURE RUPTURE OF MEMBRANES (PPROM) AT TIKUR ANBESSA SPECIALIZED TEACHING HOSPITAL, ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA.
Preterm premature rupture of membranes is a common complication of pregnancy associated with significant maternal, fetal and neonatal risks. An understanding of its magnitude and consequences is critical in providing appropriate intervention to prevent poor pregnancy outcomes. ⋯ Although the prevalence of preterm premature rupture of membranes in this study appears lower than many prior reports, the level of maternal and perinatal morbidity is high compared to many prior reports from similar setups. Especially the proportion of mothers presenting with established chorioamnionitis is high. Therefore, it is important that women be well informed regarding maternal, fetal and neonatal complications ofpremature rupture of membranes so that proper and timely management is provided.