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Does ligamentotaxis reduce the risk of avascular necrosis of the talus after lateral subtalar dislocation. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-01 P Stojiljkovic,S Milenković,M Mitković
Lateral subtalar dislocations are rare and severe injuries caused by high-energy trauma, and they require urgent treatment. We reported two cases of lateral subtalar dislocation, which were treated with different methods. In case of open lateral subtalar dislocation, we used the method of distractional external fixation; the final outcome was good, without avascular necrosis of the talus. The case
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A sewing needle as a urethral foreign body: A case report and literature review. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-01 I Untan,E Ersekerci
Foreign bodies in the urethra can occur by self-insertion, and patients often hide the symptoms due to embarrassment. Foreign bodies act as a focus for infection and abscess formation and result in perforation or fistula when not detected on time. Foreign bodies can display symptoms such as frequent urination, dysuria, hematuria, urethrorrhagia, and obstruction. This case discusses a self-inserted
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Assessment of antioxidant system status before and after operation in neonates with congenital heart disease. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-01 F Ozlu,G A Demiray,D Güneş,H Y Yıldızdaş,S Yıldız
Background/Aim Oxidative stress is considered to have a significant role in the development of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) as well as many other diseases. Therefore, the purpose of the study is to evaluate the antioxidant system status at pre- and post-operative period in newborns with congenital heart disease (CHD) requiring operation. Materials and Methods Fifty CHD patients participated in this
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Can gallbladder wall thickness and systemic inflammatory index values predict the possibility of conversion from laparoscopy to open surgery? Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-01 H Balbaloglu,I Tasdoven
Background/Objective This study aims to develop an objective marker that predicts the risk of conversion from laparoscopy to open surgery using gallbladder wall thickness and inflammatory index values. Materials and Methods A total of 2,920 cholecystectomy patients were screened, including those whose operations were converted to open and those who underwent laparoscopy. A total of 700 cholecystectomy
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Outcome of transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) using 5% dextrose water as irrigant. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-01 O C Amu,E A Affusim,U U Nnadozie,C D Nwachukwu
Background TURP remains the gold standard for simple prostatectomy presently. Different fluids have been used for irrigation while performing monopolar TURP. The choice of irrigation fluid depends on a lot of factors. Aim We sought to find out if the outcome of monopolar TURP using 5% dextrose water in our setting compares with findings in other studies using different fluids as irrigation fluid in
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Is the BNT162b2 vaccine still effective against the latest variant: XBB.1.5? Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-01 Emine Erdag,Nazife Sultanoglu,Cenk S Ozverel
Background The XBB.1.5 sub-variant of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) Omicron now continues to spread rapidly due to the increased transmission rate as a result of increased affinity of the virus binding over the ACE-2 receptor - a gained property due to the mutation that occurred in spike protein. Aim The protectivity of BNT162b2 antibodies produced in the serum of patients
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The frequency of thyroid dysfunction in patients with a diagnosis of depressive disorder. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-01 D Yilmaz,O Baykan,H Baykan
Objective Thyroid dysfunctions are among the most common endocrine disorders in society. An increase or decrease in thyroid hormone levels may present with neurological and/or psychiatric symptoms. In this study, we aimed both to determine the prevalence of this disorder in our region by determining the frequency of thyroid dysfunction in patients diagnosed with major depressive disorder in our outpatient
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Effect of simulated gastric acid on aesthetical restorative CAD-CAM materials' microhardness and flexural strength. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-01 T L Gulakar,G N Comert,E Karaman,U Cakan,G S Ozel,S O Ahmet
Background Gastric acid, which is among erosive substances, gradually rises to the mouth in individuals with reflux and bulimia nervosa disorders, and this causes various effects on dental restorations. Aim The objective of this study is in vitro investigation of gastric acid's effect on flexural strength and hardness on aesthetic restorative computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD-CAM)
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The prognostic impact of comorbidity, nutritional and performance status on patients with diffuse large B cell lymphoma. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-01 B Saglam,M Albayrak,A Yıldız,P Tığlıoğlu,M Tığlıoğlu,M R Aras,F Yilmaz,S Maral,H B A Öztürk
Background The aim of the study was to investigate the impact of nutritional status, comorbidity, and performance status on patients with diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL). Methods A retrospective study was conducted on 112 DLBCL patients who were diagnosed at our center between 2009 and 2018. Demographic and disease characteristics and laboratory test results were recorded. Assessments were made
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Comparison of the translucency parameters and bond strength of 5Y-ZP zirconia, 3-YTZP zirconia, and lithium disilicate. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-01 I Ozkan Adak,S Aguloglu,B M Adak,I Sari
Background E-max is a more aesthetic material than traditional zirconia. In addition, the bond strength of traditional zirconia with adhesive cements is lower. There are not enough studies on how the aesthetic values and bond strength of 5-YZP, the new generation zirconia, compare to e-max and traditional zirconia. Can 5-YZP be an alternative to e-max in terms of aesthetics and bond strength? Aim The
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Cases of hypogonadotropic hypogonadism: A single-center experience. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-01 A D Bulus,Y Yasartekin,A C Ceylan,O Dirican,A A Husseini
Background Delayed puberty (DP) affects approximately 2% of adolescents. In most patients of both genders, delayed puberty is due to constitutional delay in growth and puberty (CDGP); it is a self-limiting condition starting later than usual during puberty but progressing normally. Other causes of DP include permanent hypogonadotropic hypogonadism, functional hypogonadotropic hypogonadism, and gonadal
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Changes in and the relationships between alpha-klotho, oxidative stress, and systemic inflammation in cigarette smokers. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-01 I Solak,I Guney,H Kurku,Y T Gederet,M A Eryilmaz
Background Although smoking is known to accelerate aging, the mechanisms by which this occurs have not been fully clarified. Serum-soluble α-Klotho (sαKl), antiaging, anti-inflammatory, and developing resistance to oxidative stress properties are known. Aim This study aimed to determine the relationship between cigarette smoking, sαKl (antiaging hormone), inflammation, and oxidative stress. Materials
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Quality of life in parents of Turkish and Syrian pediatric bone marrow transplant and oncology patients. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-01 G Sezgin,A Yaylaci,I Unal
Background The success of the treatment depends on the well-being of the parents in pediatric cancer patients. In addition, migrants need to deal with the consequences of war. Aim Our purpose was to compare the HRQoL of parents of Syrian and Turkish children followed in our bone marrow transplant and oncology units. Materials and Methods One hundred SF 36 questionnaires, fifty from each group were
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A case report of tracheal tenting to the skin: An option to tracheostomy for post-thyroidectomy tracheomalacia. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-01 O Andrew,O Folorunsho,B Faustina,E J Alufohai,D Andrew
Operating on a huge and long-standing goiter is challenging to the surgeon and anesthetist because of the possibility of tracheomalacia and collapse of the tracheal rings after extubation. We report our innovation of tenting the trachea to the skin using sutures (passed through the strap and sternocleidomastoid muscles) to prevent post-thyroidectomy tracheomalacia.
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Comprehensive nursing program for children with epilepsy: A randomized controlled trial. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-01 J Wang,W Chen,Y Lai
Background Epilepsy is a relatively common childhood neurological disease. Children with epilepsy need to take precautions to minimize seizure damage in order to adapt to seizures and manage them. Aim The current study aimed to evaluate the feasibility and effects of a comprehensive nursing program for children with epilepsy to reduce children's symptoms of epilepsy. Subject and Methods Participants
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Effectiveness of kinesiologic taping on function and pain in patients with hemophilia A. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-01 Elif G Kazanci,Erkan Kaya,Deniz Güven
Background Hemophilic arthropathy frequently results in musculoskeletal adjustments that impair functional capacity. Aim We investigated the effects of kinesiologic taping on patients with hemophilic arthropathy in this study. Materials and Methods Twenty-six patients were enrolled. Thirteen patients formed the Kinesiologic taping group (KT) and received the interventional protocol consisting of three
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Biomechanical behavior of carbon fiber-reinforced polyetheretherketone as a dental implant material in implant-supported overdenture under mandibular trauma: A finite element analysis study. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-01 K Bilginaylar,A Ayali
Context Implant-supported overdentures are well-known and widely accepted treatment modality to increase retention which is a crucial factor for determining patient satisfaction. The placement of two implants in the anterior region can be selected as a first-line treatment in patients with the atrophic mandibular ridge. Aims The purpose of this research was to assess the biomechanical effects of carbon
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Short-term outcomes of reduced versus conventional ports in sleeve gastrectomy: A controlled clinical trial. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-01 K S Abdelsamee,M Matar,M M Khalil
Aim The study aims to compare the short-term outcomes of reduced ports sleeve gastrectomy versus conventional five ports sleeve gastrectomy in postoperative weight loss, morbidity rate, pain, and resolution of obesity-related diseases. Materials and Methods One hundred forty patients were equally allocated to reduced ports (n = 70) and conventional ports (5 ports) Laparoscopic Gastrectomy groups. The
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Short-term outcomes of double omentopexy in one anastomosis gastric bypass surgery: A controlled clinical trial. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-01 K S Abdelsamee
Purpose This study aims to assess the efficacy of implementing a novel technique of reinforcement of gastric pouch and remnant stomach staple line with Double Omentopexy (DO) in patients undergoing One-Anastomosis Gastric Bypass (OAGB) surgery and evaluate its impact in reducing the early postoperative complications. Materials and Methods The 123 patients were allocated into two groups: 61 in the standard
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Diagnostic value of digital breast tomosynthesis and synthetic images in patients with breast cancer. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-01 H Bahadir
Background Different imaging techniques are used in the diagnosis of breast cancer. The low sensitivity of mammography to detect cancer in the dense breast parenchyma and the lack of standard application of digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) are some of the problems. Therefore, breast cancer imaging techniques should be compared in terms of conspicuity and characterization of lesions. Aim Full-field
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Cardiovascular risk factors and venous thromboembolism in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: A meta-analysis and systemic review. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-01 S S Alsulami,A El-Ghammaz
Over the years, the literature dealt with venous thromboembolism (VTE) and atherosclerosis as two distinct pathologic processes but recently this theory has been challenged. This research aims to determine the relationship between cardiovascular risk factors and VTE. This meta-analysis and systemic review included case-control and non-case-control studies. We searched Google Scholar, Web of Science
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Is methyl methacrylate fixator reliable for the treatment of gartland type IV supracondylar fractures? Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-01 S Ciftci,S Safali,M Ergin,A Özdemir,M A Acar
Background In childhood supracondylar fractures of the humerus, fixation with percutaneous Kirschner wire is the standard treatment. In the case of irreducible-unstable fractures, these can be defined as fractures in which reduction is not well-achieved or in which fixation cannot be achieved with the K-wire. Intraoperative management of these types of fractures may be difficult. Treatment with a methyl
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Evaluating interleukin-16 expression in patients with grade-3 and grade-4 glial cell tumors and healthy individuals. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-01 F Karaca,S Keskin,S Menteş,Z Boğa,G Çavuş,F Köksal
Background This study evaluated the change in IL-16 levels in patients with high-grade glial tumors undergoing radiotherapy (RT) and healthy individuals (control group). Materials and Methods Serum IL-16 levels of 35 high-grade glioma patients receiving radiotherapy (RT) and 30 healthy individuals were compared. We compared the IL-16 levels before (RT0) and after the (RT1) and IL-16 levels were measured
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The relationship between oral health and sleep quality in community-dwelling older adults. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-01 E Deniz Safak,F Celik,M M Mazicioglu,S Akin,T Y Manav,S Kesim,A Ozturk
Introduction The assessment of the sleep status of older adults and its relationship to oral health can help determine their well-being and quality of life. In accordance with this purpose, we aimed to evaluate the relationship between oral health and sleep quality in community-dwelling older adults in an urban area. Materials and Methods The data of this study were taken from the Kayseri Elderly Health
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Diagnostic usefulness of serum procalcitonin in patients with bacterial sepsis. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-01 I M Maigari,Y B Jibrin,S A Gwalabe,J A Dunga,A Abdu,M S Umar,H F Hassan,A M Ballah,M H Sulaiman
Background The Sequential Organ Failure Assessment (SOFA) score is used for the diagnosis of sepsis and involves clinical and laboratory parameters that may not be readily and/or timely available in most resource-poor settings. Procalcitonin (PCT) has its level changed in response to bacterial sepsis and its measurement costs only a fraction of the total cost of investigations required to calculate
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Need for age-specific prostate-specific antigen reference intervals in a Nigerian population. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-01 Edwin N Okafor,Innocent N Okonkwo,Nkoyo I Nubila,Martin C Ugonabo
Background In Nigeria, the diagnostic value of prostate-specific antigen (PSA) is a matter of debate. PSA levels are known to vary with population, environmental factors, and advancing age. Studies suggest age-specific reference intervals (ASRIs) of PSA value are more accurate than single cut-off PSA value. For ASRIs to be used effectively, reference intervals (RIs) must be fully evaluated. Aim We
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Convalescent plasma therapy in critically İll COVID-19 patients: A retrospective cohort study. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-01 M S Sevdi,K Erkalp,A Ozalp,F G Ozcan,S Demirgan,O Akyol,H C Guneyli,M C Tunali,A Selcan
Background Convalescent plasma (CP) therapy can be defined as a passive immunity transfer approach involving the administration of plasma for therapeutic purposes to inpatients hospitalized due to an active virus infection. Passive immunity antibodies can reduce target organ damage and directly neutralize the responsible pathogens. A limited number of studies on the use of CP have reported that critically
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Comparison of the patients with diabetes mellitus using either insulin or oral antidiabetic drug in terms of difficult laryngoscopy: A randomized controlled study. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-01 M Win,K Erkalp,S Demirgan,F G Ozcan,M S Sevdi,A Selcan
Aim We aimed to evaluate the differences in the difficult laryngoscopy as a general anesthetic component in patients with Diabetes Mellitus (DM) using either insulin or oral antidiabetic drug (OADD). Materials and Methods This study was planned for a total of 230 patients including DM patients and non-DM patients as a control group who would undergo elective surgery between 30.01.2020-30.04.2020. Age
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Can lactate be valuable in early diagnosis and prognosis of neonatal sepsis? Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 F M Kislal,C C Polat,E Ergül,A A Açıkalın,D Güven,E Gündoğan,D Sarıcı
Background Sepsis monitoring tissue perfusion is crucial for detecting circulatory failure early, implementing the right treatments, and assessing response. Insufficient oxygenation leads to a rise in lactate level and has been shown to be useful in predicting mortality and morbidity in newborns. There have not been many studies on how lactate measurement affects neonatal sepsis diagnosis and prognosis
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Effect of betahistine treatment on dizziness and anxiety symptoms of BPPV patients. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 Z B Erdur,N Evran
Background Patients with benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) may experience significant deterioration in their quality of life due to dizziness and anxiety symptoms. Aim To evaluate the effect of betahistine add-on therapy on dizziness and anxiety symptoms of BPPV patients. Materials and Methods Eighty-four patients who were diagnosed as having posterior canal BPPV were included in the study
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Open prostatectomy for benign prostatic hyperplasia: A critical analysis of patient presentation and surgical outcomes in a contemporary series. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 A O Obi,C Odo,D E Ogolo,C J Okeke,A O Ulebe,E N Afogu
Background Open prostatectomy (OP) is still a valid treatment option for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), but it needs to be constantly reevaluated in the context of minimally invasive treatments (MITs). Aim Our purpose is to present contemporary data on patient presentation and surgical outcomes of OP with which other OP series and MITs can be compared. Methods A retrospective study of all OP was
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Can pelvic floor muscle training positions be selected according to the functional status of pelvic floor muscles? Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 D K Dayican,I Keser,O Yavuz,G Tosun,S Kurt,O C Tosun
Background Pelvic floor muscle (PFM) training varies according to the functional status of PFM. It is used to strengthen underactive PFM and relax overactive PFM. Aim This study aimed to determine the appropriate PFM training positions according to the functional status of the PFM in women with pelvic floor dysfunction. Materials and Methods Seventy-six women diagnosed with pelvic floor dysfunction
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The utility of CONUT score in indolent lymphoma patients. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 M Tiglioglu,H B A Öztürk,A Yıldız,P Tığlıoğlu,F Yılmaz,M R Aras,M Albayrak
Background and Aim Similar to the uncertainties in the treatment criteria for indolent non-Hodgkin lymphoma (iNHL), the prognostic criteria have not been fully clarified. The Controlled Nutritional Status (CONUT) score is not only used as a predictor of malnutrition but also indicates prognosis in many chronic or malignant diseases. The aim of this study is to investigate the predictive and prognostic
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The relationship between social achievement goals and self-esteem, depression and anxiety among medical school students. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 O Baskaya,H Baykan,M Şahin Can
Background Social achievement goals such as the desire to receive positive feedback from the social environment or avoid negative feedback are situations that affect an individual's quality of life and predispose them to mental disorders. Aim The aim of this study is to investigate the relationship between social achievement goals and self-esteem, depression, and anxiety in medical school students
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Hyperpigmentation on head and neck caused by polymyxin B: A rare case. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 F Kaya,E Tuğcugil
Polymyxin B was widely used to treat drug-resistant gram-negative bacteria and showed a better antibacterial effect. However, it is associated with some side effects. It should be remembered that polymyxin B may cause hyperpigmentation, albeit rare. This is a case report of a 68-year-old male patient who developed hyperpigmentation following treatment of a chest infection with polymyxin B. He was a
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Is testicular tissue resection effective in testicular compartment syndrome? Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 M Caniklioglu,Ü Oztekin,F Fırat,F Ataç,Z Doğanyigit,A Okan Oflamaz
Background There have been many testicular losses due to testicular compartment syndrome (TCS). Studies are ongoing to lower the pressure within tunica vaginalis during TCS. Aims To provide enough space for reperfusion of the testicular tissue and to reduce intratesticular pressure by resecting testicular tissue in the affected testis for treatment of TCS. Materials and Methods The study was designed
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Regenerative endodontic treatment of an immature incisor tooth with a novel platelet-rich product: A five-year follow-up case report. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 M I B Kolcu,H Yurdakul,S Belli
This case report presents a five-year follow-up and the management of a necrotic, immature incisor tooth treated by a novel platelet-rich plasma/platelet extract solution and platelet-rich fibrin (PRP-PES/PRF) and the restoration by using a stress-reduced direct composite restoration (SRDC) technique. The patient with a broken maxillary lateral tooth was referred to our clinic. Extra/intra-oral examinations
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Clinical and histological comparison of healing by steel scalpel, diode laser, and radiofrequency in palatal wound: An animal study. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 E Elemek,Y M Gelmez,E R Hekimoğlu,M Eşrefoğlu
Background Wound healing following periodontal soft tissue procedures can differ owing to different techniques, the feasibility of which can be determined through detailed macroscopic and microscopic observations. Aims This study aimed to clinically and histologically evaluate palatal wound healing in rats by secondary intention after excision using a steel scalpel, diode laser, and radiofrequency
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Evaluation of anxiety and depression among pregnant women in Enugu, Nigeria. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 E O Izuka,T O Iyidobu,C E Obiora-Izuka,J T Enebe,A D Onyeabochukwu,P O Nkwo,U I Nwagha
Background Maternal depression and anxiety during pregnancy are public health concerns. They are commonly reported among pregnant women from all over the world. Maternal mental health has not been prioritized, especially in low- and middle-income countries. Aim To evaluate depression and anxiety among pregnant women who receive antenatal care in four randomly selected hospitals in Enugu, Nigeria. Materials
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Association of clinical signs of chorioamnionitis with histological chorioamnionitis and neonatal outcomes in women with premature rupture of membranes. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 Augustine O Asogwa,Euzebus C Ezugwu,George Uchenna Eleje,Onwuka I Chidinma,Felix K Asogwa,Onyinye C Ezugwu,Hyginus U Ezegwui
Background Premature rupture of membrane (PROM), especially when preterm or prolonged is associated with an increased risk of chorioamnionitis with its attendant feto-maternal complications. Aim The study was aimed to determine the association of clinical signs of chorioamnionitis with histological chorioamnionitis and neonatal outcomes in women with PROM. Materials and Methods Eligible participants
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The fellow eye of retinal detachment patients: Vision and clinical presentation. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 A Ibanga,O N Okonkwo,W Ovienria,I Oyekunle,T Akanbi,D Nkanga,C Agweye,O Adenuga,M Udoh
Background The fellow eye of a retinal detachment is at risk of developing a retinal detachment and other visually debilitating disease. Aim To investigate the rate of bilaterality of retinal detachment (RD), the presenting visual acuity (VA), and the presence of ocular morbidity in the fellow eye of patients with RD. Patients and Methods A multicenter, prospective, cross-sectional study examining
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What we learned from steroid therapy in the COVID-19 pandemic. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 A Yalci,E Doğan,M A Kapici,B Ç Demirkıran,M Filiz,C Artuk
Background The emergence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) caused a pandemic named coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) that has become the greatest worldwide public health threat. Although different treatment recommendations are offered for COVID-19 infection, steroid treatment remains important. Aim We aimed to demonstrate the effect of pulse steroid therapy (PST) on
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Quantification and comparison of salivary neutrophils in periodontal health and disease. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 Y Shs Chakravarthy Reddy,P Koppolu,D H Alotaibi,A A Alsinaidi,A H Mukhtar,A A Kakti,R K Abdelrahim,A S Lingam
Background Neutrophils continuously migrate into the oral cavity from various sources like gingival crevicular fluid and saliva both in health and in inflammation. The migration of the neutrophils into the various tissues and into the oral cavity occurs when the host microbial interplay tips the balance favoring the initiation of the inflammatory and immune reactions which depending on the amount of
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Automated ABR screening for hearing loss and its clinical determinants among newborns with hyperbilirubinemia in National Hospital, Abuja, Nigeria. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 O I Oyinwola,M Mukhtar-Yola,A D Olusesi,T A Oluwasola
Background Severe neonatal hyperbilirubinemia is a known risk factor for sensorineural hearing loss which is usually undiagnosed in our environment until school age due to a lack of routine screening programs. Materials and Methods This cross-sectional study conducted between August 2020 and February 2021 employed a universal sampling of consecutive eligible participants after their mothers' consent
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Role of the neck dissection in early-stage lower lip cancers. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 C H Inan,H O Yanasma,M Aslier,O Saraydaroglu,I Sahin,O Basut,F Kasapoglu,A O Ozmen,U L Demir,H Coskun
Background In early-stage lip cancer, spread to cervical lymph nodes is extremely rare. Elective neck treatment options include suprahyoid or supraomohyoid neck dissection, sentinel lymph node biopsy, or close follow-up. Aim: In this study, our aim was to investigate the effect of elective surgery on survival in patients operated for early-stage lip cancer. Methods Patients who underwent surgical treatment
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Scaling up numbers and competency of graduating medical and dental students in Nigeria: Need to improve medical trainers' competency in teaching. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 I E Yarhere,O Ogundipe,A Williams,A G Farouk,Y Raji,V Makanjuola,M A N Adeboye
Background With the increasing medical brain drain in Nigeria, there is a need to train and graduate more doctors to fill in the gaps created to mitigate the effects. To meet this goal, the trainers need to evolve and have the competency to deliver quality training for many more enrollees in medical schools. Aim This study aimed to gather information about the perception of medical teachers' need to
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Psoriatic inflammation-induced atypically located venous thromboembolism: A case of immuno-thrombosis. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 A T Guven,Y Z Şener,M Özdede
The immune and hemostatic systems share a common evolutionary origin, both defend against threats to organisms, and inflammation can cause venous thromboembolism. We would like to report a patient with a history of psoriasis, a chronic inflammatory disease, who has been admitted to our clinic with a swollen right arm and collateral veins visible throughout the right upper arm and right pectoral region
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44-year temporal trends and causes of maternal mortality at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital, LUTH, Lagos, Nigeria (1976-2019). Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 J A Olamijulo,G Olorunfemi,H A Osman,A O Ugwu,J Omole-Mathew
Background Nigeria has committed to global initiatives aimed at improving maternal and child health. Institutional audit of maternal mortality over a long period can provide useful information on the trends in maternal death and the impact of interventions. Aim To evaluate the trends in annual deliveries, maternal mortality ratio and causes of maternal death at a tertiary institution in Nigeria over
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Evaluation of salivary glycated albumin in periodontitis patients with and without type 2 diabetes mellitus and its changes with non-surgical periodontal therapy. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 K M Seniya,K V Baiju,R Ambili
Background Bidirectional relationship exists between diabetes mellitus and periodontitis. Glycated albumin is an emerging biomarker to assess intermediate glycemic control. Salivary glycated albumin has not been evaluated in periodontitis. Aim The aim of the study was to compare salivary glycated albumin in periodontitis patients with and without diabetes mellitus before and after periodontal therapy
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The İmportance of hematological parameters in the prognosis of patients with severe COVID-19, A single-center retrospective study. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 R Gozukucuk,H H Kılıc,B S Uyanik,B Cakiroglu
Background Inflammation biomarkers known as acute phase reactants (APRs) show significant variations in serum concentrations during inflammation brought on by both viral and noninfectious diseases. The erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), the C-reactive protein (CRP), the lactate dehydrogenase (LDH), the ferritin, the fibrinogen, the procalcitonin, the D-dimer, and the troponin I are all significant
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Effect of chlorhexidine and benzalkonium chloride on the long-term push-out bond strength of fiber posts. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 A Hazar,S Akgül,E Hazar
Background and Aim Fiber posts are widely used in endodontically treated teeth with extensive loss of coronal structure. The purpose of this study was to investigate immediate and the long-term effects of chlorhexidine (CHX) and benzalkonium chloride (BAC) application, on the push-out bond strength of fiber posts. Material and Methods Sixty mandibular premolars were decoronated, and root canal treatment
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Effects of Yi Jin Jing on juvenile cervical spondylopathy in China: A parallel, randomized, assessor-blinded clinical trial. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 W Guo,H Xing,X Gong,L He,Z Zhang,C Jia
Background Cervical spondylopathy is a common musculo-articular disorder, multiple exercises are recommended. Chinese fitness exercises are prevalent and used to treat various diseases. Aim To explore the efficacy of Chinese fitness exercise Yi Jin Jing exercise in intervening the cervical spondylopathy in adolescents. Patients and Methods The study was conducted in 60 adolescent patients with cervical
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An evaluation of ursodeoxycholic acid treatment in prolonged unconjugated hyperbilirubinemia due to breast milk. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 A Ozdemir,S Kurtoglu,H Halis,O Bastug
Background/Aim Prolonged jaundice is one of the most common problems during neonatal period. The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficiency of ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA) treatment in newborn infants with prolonged unconjugated hyperbilirubinemia. Materials and Methods The present study included 27 patients who were fed by breast milk and followed up in the outpatient clinic due to prolonged
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Success rate of immediately loaded implants in the posterior zone. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 M H Mugri,M E Sayed,S Bhandi,H A A Alaqi,N H B Alsubeaie,S H Alsubaie,S Varadarajan,A T Raj,P K Yadalam,Z Khurshid,T M Balaji,S Patil
Dental implants are considered an ideal treatment for a missing single tooth. Immediate loading of implants can hasten the procedure, providing comfort to the patients. Recently, immediate loading of implants has gained much importance as it helps hasten the procedure and provides more comfort to patients. A previous systematic review published 5 years ago compared the success rates between immediate
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Giant conjunctival melanoma treated with excision and primary reconstruction using a partial thickness skin graft. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-08-01 S P Cekic,P T Kovacevic,M S Krstic
Conjunctival melanoma is a rare type of malignancy of ocular surface tissue with a high recurrence rate, sight, and life-threatening malignancy. In this paper, we report a case of giant conjunctival melanoma in an 86-year-old woman, localized on her left eye. The pigmented tumor lesion was de novo occurred and treated by local wide excision and reconstruction of the presented defect by partial thickness
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Proposed grading system of unilateral cleft lip to predict surgical challenges. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-08-01 I I Onah,O R Okwesili
Background It is a common practice to subjectively categorize cleft lip deformities into narrow and wide cleft. The proposed grading of unilateral cleft lip can serve as a predictive factor of the difficulties to be encountered during repair and the expected outcome of surgery. Materials and Methods This was a 5-years retrospective study of the records of 32 patients with unilateral cleft lip that
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Peri-ictal heart rate changes in patients with epilepsy. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-08-01 I F Uludag,O Tumer,U Sener
Background Heart rate (HR) changes associated with seizures are promising biomarkers in epilepsy. Aims The aim of our study is to reveal possible HR changes in the peri-ictal period. Methods Long-term video-EEG monitorization records of generalized and focal epilepsy patients were reviewed. HRs were calculated in the pre-ictal (2 min before the first seizure activity in EEG), ictal (the time from the
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Medical ozone treatment on prevention of epidural fibrosis in the rat model. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-08-01 H Dayanir,D Dayanir,G Emmez,H Emmez,S N Akyol,N Iseri,O M Uludag,M Kavutcu,C Ozogul,A C Babacan
Background/Aim Epidural fibrosis is one of the problems that can be seen after spinal surgery. The aim of this study was to investigate the possible preventive role of medical ozone (O) treatment on epidural fibrosis. Materials and Methods Twenty-four Sprague Dawley rats were randomly split into four groups: control (C), O, laminectomy (L), and L+O groups. Animals in the C group were sacrificed at
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Fingernail form as a post-extraction guide for selecting the maxillary central incisor tooth form in the Saudi Arabian population: A novel application of CAD software. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-08-01 A M Joseph,S D Aldhuwayhi,M Z Mustafa,Y Deeban,A A Thakare,A Joseph
Background Human teeth and nails have demonstrated similar factors genetically, embryologically, and morphologically. The fingernail form may be used as a post-extraction guide for selecting the tooth form. Aim To evaluate the correlation between the maxillary left central incisor tooth form with the left index, middle, and ring fingernails in the Saudi Arabian population. Materials and Methods A descriptive
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Diagnostic efficacy of chest CT imaging in diagnosis of COVID-19 cases based on duration of symptoms. Niger. J. Clin. Pract. (IF 0.9) Pub Date : 2023-08-01 S Trivedi,N B Javed,R S Desai,P Issar
Background Chest computed tomography (CT) imaging provides results more rapidly and with higher sensitivity than reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction in diagnosis of COVID-19. Aim To evaluate diagnostic efficacy of chest CT imaging in diagnosis of COVID-19 cases based on age and duration of symptoms. Materials and Methods A retrospective study conducted during December 2020 to June 2021