African health sciences
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African health sciences · Mar 2023
Characteristics and outcomes of patients with pelvic organ prolapse: an analysis of data from Mulago National Referral Hospital from 2007-2016.
Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is associated with negative physical, social, psychological, and sexual experiences. There is paucity of data in low and middle income countries like Uganda. The purpose of this study was to describe clinical characteristics and outcomes of patients undergoing surgery for POP from 2007 to 2016. ⋯ Measures encouraging presentation for care as soon as symptoms are experienced and reduction of total fertility rate will be beneficial. Patients with POP should be routinely screened for anaemia and hypertension.
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African health sciences · Mar 2023
Case ReportsVersatility of cervicofacial flap in management of cutaneous cheek defects post tumour excision: a report of two cases.
Reconstructing a large cutaneous cheek defect post tumour excision poses a great challenge to the reconstructive surgeon. The surgical options are limited for a functional and aesthetically acceptable outcome. The microvascular free flap which is currently the gold standard is still not a common place in our practice in Nigeria. ⋯ The flaps survived with no loss. Cheek defect reconstruction with cervicofacial flap is simple, reliable and with similar favourable aesthetic outcome when compared with free flap procedure. It should be an important part of a reconstructive surgeon armamentarium.
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African health sciences · Mar 2023
Establishment of a urogynecology cadaver-based hands-on workshop.
It is important to train gynecologists and urologists on the principles of urogynecological surgery. ⋯ Our course was highly valued by the participants who came from all over the Middle East. The course was enjoyable and achieved its objectives while the participants gained new knowledge and surgical skills.
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African health sciences · Mar 2023
Evaluation of the association between fear of COVID-19 and pregnancy distress.
Mental health problems experienced during pregnancy negatively affect both maternal and fetal wellbeing. ⋯ The pregnant women in this study had moderate fear of COVID-19. Compared to the literature data, the prevalence of pregnancy distress was slightly higher than pre-COVID-19 reports but quite low compared to other studies conducted during the pandemic.
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African health sciences · Mar 2023
Intimate partner violence and child loss: an evaluation of 7 sub-Saharan African countries.
Intimate partner violence (IPV) and child loss disproportionately affect women in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Little research has examined the relationship between IPV and child loss in SSA. ⋯ These results suggest that women who experienced all types of and cumulative exposure to IPV may be more likely to lose a child in SSA.