An ST131 clade and a phylogroup A clade bearing an O101-like O-antigen cluster predominate among bloodstream Escherichia coli isolates from South-West Nigeria hospitals
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DOI: 10.1099/mgen.0.000863
Abstract: Escherichia coli bloodstream infections are typically attributed to a limited number of lineages that carry virulence factors associated with invasiveness. In Nigeria, the identity of circulating clones is largely unknown and surveillance of their antimicrobial… read more here.
Keywords: south west; bloodstream; escherichia coli; coli isolates ... See more keywords
Adherence to WHO Criteria on Drug Promotion Literature: An Exploratory Study From a Tertiary Healthcare Facility in South-West Nigeria
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DOI: 10.1177/00185787221123217
Abstract: Introduction: In many low and middle-income countries (LMIC), drug promotional literature (DPL) remains one of the main sources of drug information for physicians. Studies conducted in many LMICs showed poor compliance to the WHO guidelines… read more here.
Keywords: south west; west nigeria; drug promotion; drug ... See more keywords
High pyrethroid-resistance intensity in Culex quinquefasciatus (Say) (Diptera: Culicidae) populations from Jigawa, North-West, Nigeria
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pntd.0010525
Abstract: This study examined pyrethroid resistance intensity and mechanisms in Culex quinquefasciatus (Say) (Diptera: Culicidae) populations from Jigawa, North-West Nigeria. Resistance statuses to permethrin, lambda-cyhalothrin and alphacypermethrin were determined with both WHO and CDC resistance bioassays.… read more here.
Keywords: north west; resistance intensity; west nigeria; resistance ... See more keywords
SME firm characteristics impact on the choice of sources of financing in South-West, Nigeria
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DOI: 10.1504/ijbg.2018.10016578
Abstract: The purpose of this paper is to study the impact of firm-specific characteristics in the South-West, Nigeria on the choice of the sources of financing of small and medium enterprises (SME). To assess the impact… read more here.
Keywords: sme firm; choice sources; south west; choice ... See more keywords
Demography of remarriage and fertility desire among women receiving antiretroviral therapy in South West Nigeria
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DOI: 10.2989/16085906.2020.1853187
Abstract: Background: In view of sociocultural norms surrounding marriage and childbearing in South West Nigeria, fertility desire may be stronger among remarried women living with HIV. This article describes the characteristics of remarriage and its relationship… read more here.
Keywords: west nigeria; fertility desire; south west; demography ... See more keywords
Determinants of antiretroviral treatment adherence among patients attending secondary health care facilities in north-east and south-west Nigeria: a comparative study
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DOI: 10.2989/16085906.2022.2042338
Abstract: Background: Four decades after its discovery, HIV continues to be a major global public health issue, even with antiretroviral therapy (ART). Strict adherence to ART remains a challenge, with attendant implications for treatment success. This… read more here.
Keywords: south west; west nigeria; art; east south ... See more keywords
Exploring the experiences of rehabilitated stroke survivors and stakeholders with regard to returning to work in South- West Nigeria.
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DOI: 10.3233/wor-172590
Abstract: BACKGROUND Stroke has been identified as a global cause of neurological disability with a resultant burden shared not only by the survivor but also by society. The resumption of an individual's role as a worker… read more here.
Keywords: work; returning work; stroke survivors; south west ... See more keywords
Endoscopy for Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding in a Tertiary Hospital in Kaduna, North-West Nigeria: Experience and Findings
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DOI: 10.4103/aam.aam_64_21
Abstract: Background: Upper gastrointestinal bleeding (UGIB) is a common medical emergency and upper gastrointestinal endoscopy (UGIE) makes diagnosis and treatment possible; performing this procedure within 24 h of bleeding is considered the standard of care for… read more here.
Keywords: endoscopy; north west; west nigeria; gastrointestinal bleeding ... See more keywords