African health sciences
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African health sciences · Mar 2020
Incidence and impact of hyperviscosity on sperm parameters of Malawian men seeking assisted reproduction.
Seminal hyperviscosity has been shown to be associated with male infertility. The aim of this study was to assess the prevalence of hyperviscosity in semen of Malawian males seeking infertility treatment. ⋯ Hyperviscosity affects a significant number of men in Malawi and may be the cause of decreased fertility as it was associated with poor sperm concentration, total motility, progressive motility, viability, and morphology.
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African health sciences · Mar 2020
Out-patient visits for gastrointestinal cancer at a quaternary South African hospital-trends and geospatial distribution.
This study sought to determine trends in out-patient visits for gastrointestinal cancer (GC) at a quaternary hospital in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), South Africa; and identify geographical regions which contribute most to GC-related out-patient clinic utilization at this hospital. ⋯ Out-patient visits for complex GC in KZN are increasing. Several regions have been identified for anti-cancer interventions and decentralized out-patient services.
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African health sciences · Mar 2020
Trace elements in type 2 diabetes mellitus and their association with glycemic control.
Alterations in serum levels of trace elements reported in type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) have been linked with induction of T2DM and associated complications. ⋯ Cu, Zn and Se homeostasis was altered in T2DM patients and varied with glycemic control.
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African health sciences · Mar 2020
Experiences of people affected by rabies in Ethekwini district in the province of Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa.
South Africa is one of the countries in Africa adversely affected by rabies, a notifiable disease which can be fatal. Fatalities can be prevented if health care is sought timeously and people are educated about the disease. The Province of Kwa-Zulu-Natal, in particular, has had rabies outbreaks in the past which have led to loss of many lives and devastation of entire families. ⋯ It was evident that participants experienced many challenges during their rabies exposure. Individuals, who were directly affected by rabies through contact with rabid animals, were expected to take responsibility for their own lives.