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Jun 2026 DOI 10.14302/issn.2766-8681.jcsr-26-6296
Manyasani Jisoli YahulaCorresponding author
Background Acute diarrhea is the major cause of health public problem among paediatric patients in Tanzania. And in Low income countries (LICs), studies have shown, Acute watery Diarrhea (AWD) is the cause of morbidity and mortality which can be prevented by immediate identification and treatment of…
Jan 2019 DOI 10.14302/issn.2471-7061.jcrc-18-2446
Haney YoussefCorresponding author
Introduction: Cardiac complications are a major cause of perioperative morbidity and mortality in patients undergoing colorectal cancer surgery. A quick and reliable system for predicting postoperative cardiac morbidity is needed to predict cardiac events in order to improve outcome in surgery. The…
Feb 2016 DOI 10.14302/issn.2476-1710.jdt-15-762
Daniel RapportCorresponding author
Bipolar disorder (BD) is a chronic psychiatric illness impacting patient functioning and quality of life. Medication produces improvement in many patients and remission in some, but there is minimal understanding about why some patients improve and others do not. Our goal was to identify demographic…
Jul 2026 DOI 10.14302/issn.2693-1176.ijgh-26-6308
Joan NakkaziCorresponding author
Introduction Skilled birth attendance (SBA) is a proven intervention for reducing maternal and newborn morbidity and mortality through the prevention and management of childbirth complications. While its survival benefits are well established, less is known about its association with health-related…
Jul 2026 DOI 10.14302/issn.2471-7061.jcrc-26-6320
Chun R. ChaoCorresponding author
Background The incidence of early-onset colorectal cancer (eoCRC), diagnosed at age <50 years, is increasing in the United States. Prior studies using national and state cancer databases have observed higher eoCRC mortality after diagnosis among non-Hispanic Black (NHB) patients. These studies, howe…
Jun 2026 DOI 10.14302/issn.2642-9241.jrd-26-6332
Philip de MeloCorresponding author
Respiratory diseases remain a major contributor to hospital morbidity and mortality worldwide, particularly among elderly patients and individuals with severe pulmonary compromise. Accurate prediction of respiratory mortality is clinically important for triage, resource allocation, ICU utilization,…
Apr 2026 DOI 10.14302/issn.2994-6743.ijstd-25-5899
Mark W. RuddockCorresponding author
Background Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) continue to rise globally, with >1 million new cases reported daily in 2020. In England, newly diagnosed STIs increased by 23.8% in 2022 compared to 2021. Many infections remain asymptomatic yet contribute to infertility, pregnancy complications, and…
Mar 2026 DOI 10.14302/issn.2994-6743.ijstd-26-6060
Pier Francesco AmadeoCorresponding author
Objective To describe the clinical features and real-world treatment of people living with human immunodeficiency virus (PLHIV) using fixed-dose or free combinations of 2-drug regimens (2DR) of antiretroviral therapy (ART). Design Italian retrospective cohort study. Methods Data were extracted from…
Dec 2025 DOI 10.14302/issn.2473-1005.jdoi-25-5870
Arthur Ferreira RibasCorresponding author
This narrative literature review investigates the clinical feasibility of maxillary sinus lift using the lateral window (or traumatic) technique, employing a grafting material composed of hydroxyapatite associated with beta-tricalcium phosphate. The study is based on the premise that bone resorption…
Dec 2025 DOI 10.14302/issn.2997-1977.jd-25-5754
Grace Valentine OlagunjuCorresponding author
With more than 150,000 affected infants annually, Nigeria bears the largest burden worldwide of sickle cell disease (SCD), making it a significant public health concern. The management of SCD in Nigeria is challenging, despite advancements in medical research and increased knowledge. This review exa…
Nov 2025 DOI 10.14302/issn.3070-3379.jwc-25-5549
Chrysanthus Chukwuma SrCorresponding author
This short communication/mini-review immensely emphasizes human health to explicate and elucidate management of the global scourge associated with the determinants and impact of vulnerabilities to extreme hydrologic events and climate change in the absence of risk reduction and their concomitant seq…
Jul 2025 DOI 10.14302/issn.3070-1937.ijbt-25-5616
Lorraine N. LubinCorresponding author
Objectives Blood transfusions in cardiac surgery are associated with increased morbidity and mortality. The purpose of this study is to identify potential benefits of ANH in high-risk cardiac surgery. Design This was a prospective, randomized, controlled study. Setting The study was performed at a t…
May 2025 DOI 10.14302/issn.2694-2283.jsem-25-5529
Nawaf Al-saeedCorresponding author
Background Septic arthritis is a potentially limb or life-threatening joint infection that requires prompt recognition and intervention to reduce morbidity and mortality. While intra-articular joint injections are commonly performed for osteoarthritis and other arthropathies, they carry a rare but s…
Jan 2025 DOI 10.14302/issn.3066-8042.jac-24-5273
Julia DavisCorresponding author
The objective of this focused literature review includes establishing and explaining the high correlation between sleep issues and ADHD. Through a systematic review of sources, a high correlation between sleep issues in those with ADHD was established with multiple theories lending explanation to th…
Jun 2024 DOI 10.14302/issn.2574-450X.jom-24-5114
Felix HammettCorresponding author
Objective We aimed to assess outcomes in patients undergoing sequential intragastric balloon (IGB) treatment for obesity. Methods Consecutive patients who underwent treatment between May 2014 and February 2023 were identified. We recorded outcomes including: weight at 3-monthly intervals, progressio…
May 2024
Kayla AlmekhlafiCorresponding author
This exploratory study investigates factors and consequences of underdiagnoses or late diagnoses of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in females favoring males in the referral, diagnosis, and treatment processes resulting in gender disparities. A literature review in PubMed, PsychINFO…
May 2024
Daniel MangueinaCorresponding author
Waterborne diseases pose a significant global public health threat, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa, where frequent outbreaks occur. These diseases stemming from contaminated drinking water, poor waste management, and insufficient hygiene contribute to high morbidity and mortality in children und…
Apr 2024 DOI 10.14302/issn.2329-9487.jhc-24-5040
Dangwe Temoua NaibéCorresponding author
Objective Hypertensive crisis is an increasingly frequent medical condition in our context. Its management in medical emergencies is a real challenge for physicians. Few data on hypertensive crisis are available in Chad. The aim of this study was to investigate the epidemiological, clinical and prog…
Feb 2024 DOI 10.14302/issn.2641-4538.jphi-24-4976
Paraskevi TheofilouCorresponding author
This article explores links between endometriosis, mental health, and quality of life. It reviews symptom burden, comorbidity patterns, and multidisciplinary care approaches.
Dec 2023 DOI 10.14302/issn.2329-9487.jhc-23-4848
Dangwe Temoua NaibeCorresponding author
Introduction Rheumatic heart disease is mostly common in low-income or developing parts of the world, such as Sub-Saharan Africa, with a high morbidity and mortality rate. There are few data that are available in Chad on rheumatic heart disease. Our objective was to study the clinical, echocardiogra…