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Childhood Pyogenic Osteomyelitis in Abakaliki, South East Nigeria

Nigerian Journal of Surgery, 2018
Pyogenic osteomyelitis is an important child health problem in developing countries. It is a one-disease state with a spectrum of pathological features and clinical forms ranging from acute to chronic presentation. Its pattern of presentation varies from and within subregions.
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Multidrug‐Resistant Pathogen Clonal Spread in Nigeria: A Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis

Health Science Reports, Volume 9, Issue 3, March 2026.
ABSTRACT Background and Aim The rapid dissemination of multidrug‐resistant (MDR) bacterial clones poses a global health threat and limits treatment options. Understanding the dynamics of bacterial clones in Nigeria is essential for developing effective control strategies. This systematic review aimed to track MDR pathogen clones in Nigeria. Methods The
Emmanuel N. Ugbo, Felicitas N. Afiukwa, Mustofa H. Effendi, Samuel Darkwah, Alex Odoom, Eric S. Donkor   +5 more
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Breastfeeding Awareness and Practices in Abakaliki, Southeast, Nigeria

Open Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2016
Background: The Federal Teaching Hospital is the only tertiary hospital in Ebonyi State Nigeria. It receives referrals from the general and private hospitals, primary health centers in the state as well as the surrounding state. Breast feeding is a social norm among the indigenes of the state hence practiced commonly.
Matthew Igwe Nwali, Joseph Agboeze, Brown Nnamdi Ejikeme, Okechukwu Bonaventure Anozie, Blessing Onwe   +4 more
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Knowledge of obstetric fistulas and associated factors among women of reproductive age in Ethiopia: Systematic review and meta‐analysis

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, Volume 172, Issue 3, Page 1381-1391, March 2026.
Abstract Objectives Obstetric fistula is a complication occurring in childbearing women. It is a major problem in developing countries and results in poor childhood development and limited use of obstetric care. The aim of this study was to show the pooled prevalence of knowledge of obstetric fistulas among reproductive age women.
Aster Shiferaw, Getachew Tilaye Mihiret, Mastewal Yechale Mihret   +2 more
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Antimicrobial resistance in Campylobacter species isolated from commercially sold steak (beef) and raw cow milk in Abakaliki, Nigeria

Biodiversitas Journal of Biological Diversity
. Agumah NB, Effendi MH, Witaningrum AM, Tyasningsih W, Ugbo EN, Nwagwu CS, Ugbo IA. 2024. Antimicrobial resistance in Campylobacter species isolated from commercially sold steak (beef) and raw cow milk in Abakaliki, Nigeria.
N. Agumah, M. Effendi, A. Witaningrum, W. Tyasningsih, E. N. Ugbo, C. Nwagwu, Ifunanya Agatha Ugbo   +6 more
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Environmental risk assessment in selected dumpsites in Abakaliki metropolis, Ebonyi state, southeastern Nigeria

, 2021
Metal leaching into adjacent agricultural soil from dumpsites continues to hamper the quality of produce around the world. Three strategically located major solid waste Dumpsites within Abakaliki metropolis were selected and assessed for potential ...
Daniel Aja, C. Okolo, Nte James Nwite, C. Njoku   +3 more
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Study of Indoor Temperature of House in Abakaliki, Nigeria.

, 2012
This paper presents the study of inner and outer temperature of a thatched house in Abakaliki. The thatched house was erected at Nkaliki- Unuhu in Abakaliki and was made up of mud block wood, grass raffia and rope. The temperature was taken using simple mercury-in glass thermometers with degree of accuracy of ±0.01 degree Celsius was used during the ...
Kalu, P. C., Ekpe, E. O., Ugwu, E. I.
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Composition, Techno‐Functional Properties, and Biological Potential of Velvet and African Yam Beans as Plant Protein Sources

Sustainable Food Proteins, Volume 4, Issue 1, March 2026.
Graphical Overview of Protein quality characterization of velvet and African yam beans. ABSTRACT The increasing demand for plant‐based foods has intensified research in alternative protein sources. This study assessed the chemical composition, functional properties, and biological qualities of velvet bean (VB) and African yam bean (AYB) flours to ...
Chiemeziem Adanma Obike, Paul Ndubuisi Anyiam, Chinedum Uche Emelike, Emmanuel Nnaemeka Uhuo, Solomon Fanyam Igbazenda   +4 more
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Promoting Researchers and Policy-Makers Collaboration in Evidence-Informed Policy-Making in Nigeria: Outcome of a Two-Way Secondment Model between University and Health Ministry [PDF]

International Journal of Health Policy and Management, 2018
Background There is need to strengthen institutions and mechanisms that can more systematically promote interactions between researchers, policy-makers and other stakeholders who can influence the uptake of research findings.
Chigozie Jesse Uneke, Abel Ebeh Ezeoha, Henry Chukwuemeka Uro-Chukwu, Chinonyelum Thecla Ezeonu, Jonathan Igboji   +4 more
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Prevalence and Pattern of Eye Disorders Among Primary Schoolchildren in Abakaliki, Nigeria: A Cross-Sectional Study

Cureus
Background A child’s learning ability depends on vision, and visual impairment negatively affects neurological, intellectual, and emotional development by limiting children’s exposure to a range of experiences and information.
D. Aniemeka, E. Ezeanosike, Chinenyenwa R. Okanya, O. J. Ireka, C. Ogbonnaya, A. Adeke, A. N. Onyebuchi   +6 more
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