EFFECT OF AQEUOUS STEM BARK EXTRACT OF VITELLARIA PARADOXA ON IFN-γ and IL-4 LEVELS IN ALBINO RATS
Vitellaria paradoxa is a well-known plant of Africa origin whose leaves, roots, and stem bark extract have been used for treatment of various ailments. Cytokines are small, non-structural proteins with...
Remedial Effect of Mormodica Charantia on Hepatic Inflammation and Oxidative Stress Induced by Carbon Tetrachloride in Wistar Rats
Background: Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties of Mormodica charantia has been a crucial factor in reducing liver damage. The medicinal value of M. charantia is derived from its bioactive components, which...
Resistance Pattern of Tuberculosis Before and During COVID-19 Era in Nigeria: A Systematic Review
Background: Tuberculosis (TB), one of the leading infectious diseases of global health concern has drawn the attention of researchers towards investigating the trends of the infection, its resistance and associated...
Environmental Risk Factors of Helicobacter pylori Infection Among Dyspeptic Patients at Rivers State University Teaching Hospital (RSUTH): A Cross-Sectional Study
Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a significant global health concern, linked to chronic gastritis, peptic ulcers, and gastric cancer. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of H. pylori infection...
EVALUATION OF INFLAMMATORY CYTOKINES IN COVID-19 PATIENTS AT RIVERS STATE UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL, NIGERIA
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the critical role of inflammatory cytokines in the disease's pathophysiology and outcomes. This study aimed to assess the serum levels of key inflammatory cytokines—IL-1β, IL-6,...
Effect of Gravidity on Biochemical Parameters in Normotensives and Hypertensive 2nd Trimester Pregnant Women
The study was aimed at evaluating the effect of gravidity on selected biochemical parameters of cardiovascular disease in normotensive and hypertensive 2nd trimester pregnant women attending antenatal clinics at Rivers...
Changes in Liver and renal function of Subjects infected with corona Virus 19 (COVID 19) on Zinc and Vitamin C in a Health care facility in Southern Nigeria
The COVID-19 outbreak by the new coronavirus strain was recognized as a pandemic by the World Health Organization (WHO). ). Vitamin C is a water soluble antioxidant vitamin. Zinc is...
Effect of oral administration of honey on Liver function parameters of albino rats treated with Dichlorvos (sniper)
Background and aim: Dichlorvos, also known as DDVP (2,2-dichlorovinyl dimethyl phosphate) is an organophosphate insecticide cum pesticide. This study is to determine the effect of oral administration of honey on...
OESOPHAGEAL DENTURE IMPACTION: A CASE PRESENTATION
BACKGROUND:Otolaryngologists frequently face challenges of impacted oesophageal dentures in our environment. This study focuses on a 31-year old bricklayer with impacted denture in the oesophagus in our centre.CASE PRESENTATION:This case,...
Lifesaving Impact and Effectiveness of Sustainable Livelihood Interventions in Emergency Situations: A Multi-Sectoral Analysis of Humanitarian Response in Nigeria
AbstractBackground: Sustainable Livelihood Interventions (SLIs) have been integral in addressing both short-term needs and long-term resilience in Nigeria’s multifaceted emergencies. This systematic review aims to evaluate the impact and effectiveness...