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Assessment of the periodontal health of police officers at the University of Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Orapuh Journal
Introduction The profession of law enforcement involves demanding working conditions and schedules, which may lead to psychological stress, lifestyle modifications and neglect of oral hygiene.
Emilie Nguma, Patrick Disidi, Vanessa Nswele, Eden Beya, Gloire Tambwe, Tresor Kabongo, Em Kalala, Jacques Bolenge   +7 more
doaj   +1 more source

Beyond Skin and Eyes: The Medical and Social Burden of Oculocutaneous Albinism in Africa: A Narrative Review

JEADV Clinical Practice, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Oculocutaneous albinism (OCA) is a genetic disorder found worldwide, but its impact is particularly pronounced in the African continent. This results from both a higher prevalence and the persistent myths and superstitions surrounding the condition in many African communities.
Rebecca Donadoni, Niccolò Capurro, Alessandro Svizzero, Valeria Brazzelli   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Assessment of gingival biotype and its relationship with age, gender and tooth shape in Congolese subjects: A cross-sectional study

Orapuh Journal
Introduction Gingival thickness is an important parameter in predicting outcomes of dental treatment in general, and restorative procedures in particular.
Patrick Disidi, Gloire Lolaka, Em Kalala, Emilie Nguma, Vanessa Nswele, Eden Beya, Augustin Mantshumba, Jacques Bolenge   +7 more
doaj   +1 more source

Effectiveness of blood transfusions and risk factors for mortality in children aged from 1 month to 4 years at the Bon Marche Hospital, Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo [PDF]

, 2012
Objective  To assess the effectiveness of blood transfusions in a hospital of north-eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. Methods  Prospective study of children admitted for severe anaemia.
Bottineau, M-C, Ehounou, G, Vala, L, Bastard, M, Itama, J, Etard, J-F, Mueller, Y, Quéré, M, de la Tour, R   +8 more
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Pietro Verri: The History of Smallpox Vaccination Through His Pencil

JEADV Clinical Practice, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT The last case of natural smallpox infection occurred in 1977, and the disease is considered eradicated since 1980. Throughout the history of medicine, early attempts to combat smallpox involved inoculation, a practice based on the observation that those who recovered from the disease became immune.
Omar Simonetti, Anna Maria Salvadè, Verena Zerbato, Ivo Maria Crosato, Stefano Di Bella, Francesco Bellinato   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Performance of the pulmonary embolism severity index (PESI) in predicting mortality related to pulmonary embolism: A single-centre study in Kinshasa

Orapuh Journal
Introduction Pulmonary embolism is a major cause of cardiovascular mortality worldwide. Several risk-stratification scores have been developed and validated to assess prognosis, among which the Pulmonary Embolism Severity Index (PESI) is the most ...
Raïs N'sinabau, Tukeba Trésor Mapangula , Dibue Wilfrid Mbombo, Christel Isengingo, Mpenda Gibency Mfulani, Tenta Henry Ngandobo, Phuati Joseph Tsangu, Mamba Martin Mukenga, Kounga Jean de Dieu Muamba, Ngondo Stéphane Mutombo , Chishokany Emmanuel Namegabe , Utumpu Patrick Kobo , Yves Mboloko, Miteo Patrick Mukuna, Murhula Innocent Kashongwe, Isokuma Médard Bulabula, Nsimire Berthe Barhayiga   +16 more
doaj   +1 more source

Salmonella enterica serovar Typhi Producing CTX-M-15 Extended Spectrum β-Lactamase in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

, 2017
<p>We report a typhoid fever case with a Salmonella enterica serovar Typhi isolate showing extended spectrum &beta;-lactamase (ESBL) production in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
O. Lunguya, Jan Jacobs, J. Jacobs, Pieter-Jan Ceyssens, S. Bertrand, Deo Lulengwa, Stijn Deborggraeve, V.K. Wong, Gordon Dougan, B. Barbé, L. Masendu, P.J. Ceyssens, Vanessa K Wong, G. Dougan, S. Deborggraeve, M.F. Phoba, Marie-France Phoba, Sandra Van Puyvelde, D. Lulengwa, Octavie Lunguya, S. Van Puyvelde, Barbara Barbé, Lysette Masendu, Sophie Bertrand   +23 more
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Atypical Varicella‐Like Presentation of an Imported Mpox Case in Austria Confirmed to be Infected With Clade Ib

JEADV Clinical Practice, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT The recent upsurge of cases caused by the newly identified Clade Ib monkeypox virus (MPXV) in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and other countries has emerged as a significant public health concern. A 34‐year‐old male tourist from Venezuela presented in Vienna, Austria, during his travels through Europe with fever, pharyngitis and an ...
Amélie Hampel, David N. Springer, Jeremy V. Camp, Stephan W. Aberle, Maximilian Egg, Luigi Segagni Lusignani, Katharina Grabmeier‐Pfistershammer, Robert Strassl, Judith Wendt, Tamar Kinaciyan, Alessandra Handisurya   +10 more
wiley   +1 more source

Cognitive impairment and academic performance in students with sensorineural hearing loss in Kongo Central, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Orapuh Journal
Introduction Several studies in the literature have highlighted the impact of cognitive impairment and academic performance (AP) in students with sensorineural hearing loss in specialised schools for the deaf. However, few studies have been conducted
Jean Paul Pholo Manzimbala , Tarcisse Kilara , Gabriel Lema, Hilaire Kalala , Bienvenue Kandala, Richard Matanda, Jérôme Sokolo, Eddy Mampuya Mbambu   +7 more
doaj   +1 more source

Repurposing antimicrobial agents for neuroprotection: Mechanisms, clinical potential, and challenges

Neuroprotection, EarlyView.
Antimicrobial agents exert neuroprotective effects through modulation of interconnected pathways. Tetracyclines, macrolides, antimalarial agents, sulfones, and antiparasitic agents suppress neuroinflammation, oxidative stress, and apoptosis while preserving mitochondrial function and neurotransmission.
Mohammad Amin Manavi, Mohammadreza Salehi, Razieh Mohammad Jafari, Ramin Goudarzi, Saman Khosravi, Ahmad Reza Dehpour   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source