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Assessment of the adequacy of neurosurgery teaching methods among medical students in Enugu State, Nigeria by Imediegwu, Kelechi, Aham, Kelechi, Ezeaku, Akuoma, Tietie, Elizabeth, Onyebuchukwu, Chiamaka, Nwagwu, Ihechi, Asuquo, Bassey, Odaman, Agatha, Okeke, Kosisochukwu, Onyejesi, Chibuike

“…Background: Various educational neurosurgery teaching methods are employed across few Nigerian universities, especially Enugu state. Aim(s): To determine the…”
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The diagnostic accuracy of prostate-specific antigen and digital rectal examination in the diagnosis of prostate cancer at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital by Ozah, Ehiremhen, Imasogie, Dele

“…Objectives: To assess and compare the diagnostic accuracy of prostate-specific antigen (PSA) and digital rectal examination (DRE) in the diagnosis of prostate…”
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Closure of fistula-in-ano using a radial-emitting laser probe: Initial experience in Lagos, Nigeria by Olajide, Thomas, Bode, Christopher

“…Background: Fistula-in-ano treatment has remained quite challenging with high failure rates and a potential for damage to the anal sphincteric complex leading…”
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Evaluation of pattern of lesions depicted on brain computed tomography scan of patients presenting with stroke in Zaria, Nigeria by Abdullahi, Mubarak, Mohammad, Halima, Lawal, Suleiman, Ibrahim, Muhammad, Bello, Nafisa, Aliyu, Ibrahim, Muhammad, Rasheed

“…Introduction: Stroke is a major public health problem worldwide and it is the third leading cause of death in industrialized countries and ranks among the five…”
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Immunohistochemical expression of E-cadherin and β-catenin in oral squamous cell carcinoma by Akinyamoju, Akindayo, Lawal, Ahmed, Adisa, Akinyele, Adeyemi, Bukola, Kolude, Bamidele

“…Background: The E-cadherin/β-catenin protein complexes are actively involved in the epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition. Alterations in cadherin or catenin…”
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Outcome of multiple retinal capillary hemangioma following focal laser and intravitreal bevacizumab injection: A case report by Madaki, Saudatu, Habib, Saudat, Yero, Musa

“…Retinal hemangioma has posed a therapeutic problem for ophthalmologists for almost a decade. The location of hemangioma in the retina is an important factor in…”
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Factors associated with patients' rejection of root canal treatment in a tertiary hospital, Southwest Nigeria: A pilot survey by Gbadebo, Shakeerah, Adebayo, Gbenga

“…Objective: Root canal treatment (RCT) is a major procedure in dentistry. It aims to relieve the pain of pulpal origin and maintain the affected tooth as a…”
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Spectrum of oral and maxillofacial tissue biopsies at the foremost tertiary institution in The Gambia: A retrospective review by Leigh, Ousman, Akinyamoju, Akindayo, Ogun, Gabriel, Okoje, Victoria

“…Introduction: Sub-Saharan Africa has a heavy burden of oral diseases and cancers. Also, there is a dearth of published records of oral pathology services in…”
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Cultural beliefs and practices in postpartum women in Iran: A qualitative study by Derakhshani, Maryam, Asgarian, Azadeh, Tousi, Howra, Zainolabedini-Naeiny, Zahra, Miraj, Sepideh, Gharlipour, Zabihollah

“…Background: Cultural differences can be seen in the birth and postpartum period, where some traditional practices are used to protect the postpartum women and…”
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First presentation and diagnosis of a rare advanced gynaecological cancer in emergency department: A case report by Elosiuba, Emeka, Layton, Olivia, Salem, Ammar

“…A case of rare endometrial carcinosarcoma with locoregional spread and sigmoid fistula presenting for the very first time at a hospital emergency department…”
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Association of cervical spine magnetic resonance imaging abnormalities with chronic neck pain in Southern Nigeria by Ogholoh, Oghenetejiri, Bemigho-Odonmeta, Amenaghawon, Orhrohoro, Omuvwie, Ikubor, Joyce, Idowu, Bukunmi, Tsebi, Besiginwa, Kogha, Nicholas, Nwafor, Nkem, Ogbeide, Anthony

“…Objective: This study was done to evaluate the relationship between cervical spine magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) findings and clinical features in adults…”
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Management of distal femur unicondylar fractures by calcaneal buttress plating: A prospective interventional study by Shekar, Dheeraj, Meena, Ramesh, Sharma, Shyoji, Vijayan, Krishnapriya, Nayak, Sachin, Singhal, Anushrey

“…Background: Unicondylar fracture of distal femur accounts for less than 1% of all femoral fractures. As conservative methods have shown substandard results,…”
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Reduction mammoplasty for macromastia: Our experience using the inferior pedicle with inverted-T skin resection by Yiltok, Simon, Akintayo, Akintunde, Karago, Christopher, Choji, Joshua, Sankey, Babangida, Agada, Enye, Dafong, Atarang, Ezekiel, Anthony, Orkar, Kusu

“…Introduction: Macromastia is a major reason why women seek for breast reduction especially when there are symptoms. Breast reduction is an uncommon procedure…”
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Challenges and prospects of laser haemorrhoidoplasty in a low resource setting: The Luth experience by Olajide, Thomas, Balogun, Olanrewaju, Bode, Christopher, Atoyebi, Oluwole

“…Background: Haemorrhoids are the most common condition of the anal canal causing significant disability. Traditional excisional haemorrhoidectomy and its…”
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Acute intestinal obstruction: A 1-year prospective audit into causes by Udo, Isaac, Ugochukwu, Odionyeme

“…Background: Intestinal obstruction is a common general surgical emergency with high morbidity and mortality. Its aetiology varies widely between and within…”
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Quality of life and life after amputation among amputees in Lagos, Nigeria by Enweluzo, George, Asoegwu, Chinyere, Ohadugha, Adaugo, Udechukwu, Obinna

“…Background: Amputation is a life-changing surgical procedure that can cause significant disruptions in the quality of life of an individual. Objectives: This…”
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Congenital peritoneal encapsulation in a pregnant woman: A case report by Ajibola, Oluwatosin, Shindang, Pirfa, Ya'u, Gagarawa

“…Congenital peritoneal encapsulation (CPE) is a very rare congenital malformation of the gastro-intestinal tract which is characterised by the presence of an…”
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Determinants of mortality among patients managed for prostate cancer: Experience from Korle Bu Teaching Hospital in Ghana by Mensah, James, Amoah, Yaw, Ofori, Emanuele, Verna Vanderpuye, Mohamed Albezel

“…Background: Over the past two decades, diagnosis and treatment approaches for men with prostate cancer have changed dramatically, with improvements in…”
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Evaluation of the effects of peritonsillar infiltration of tramadol-ketamine combination versus tramadol alone on posttonsillectomy pain in children by Nuhu, Samuel, Atteh, Daniel, Embu, Henry, Isamade, Erdoo, Kokong, Daniel, Ma'an, Nuhu, Malau, Kefas, Usman, Yohanna

“…Introduction: Tonsillectomy is associated with significant pain and post-operative pain control is often unsatisfactory. This study sought to evaluate the…”
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Adequacy of orthopaedic surgery educational teaching methods amongst medical students in Enugu state by Imediegwu, Kelechi, Ugwu, Ogechi, Onyekaonwu, Stanislaus, Ikeaba, Chigozie, Dimson, Chinonso, Okogu, Stephen, Ugwu, Hillary, Orerome, Owhiri

“…Introduction: Orthopaedic surgery educational teaching methods for medical students vary across different tertiary institutions in Nigeria. Aim(s): To…”
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