Niger J Clin Pract
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No consensus has been achieved on the components included in the definition of Metabolic Syndrome (MS). Uric acid and Gamma glutamyl transpeptidase are however newer markers not included in previous studies. ⋯ The correlation between hyperuricaemia and other components of MS as demonstrated in this study may suggest a common etiological factor between the MS components as suggested in other studies. Insulin resistance has been implicated as a common denominator. Thus a further investigation in this direction would be needed.
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The aetiology of primary open-angle glaucoma is still uncertain. However certain factors are known or suspected of having an aetiologic role. ⋯ Others are diabetes, which is prone to selection bias, myopia, a history of typical migraine headaches, thinner central corneal thickness and the ability to taste phenylthiourea. If a particular patient is identified as having one or more of these risk factors, that patient is by definition, at greater risk of developing glaucoma than a patient who does not.
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Prostate cancer which tends to take an aggressive course in black populations can be detected by digital rectal examination (DRE). There are concerns however that medical students are not acquiring the necessary DRE skills. We therefore studied their experience and attitude towards DRE for prostate cancer to assist us make any necessary adjustments in training. ⋯ Students have received adequate teaching on DRE, have the right attitude and perspective, have adequate knowledge on DRE findings suggestive of prostate cancer but have not translated this knowledge into practice. This is mainly due to the students not feeling competent. Teachers need to intensify practical supervision to enable medical students acquire the necessary experience during clinical training.
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To describe the pattern of disability and care for older community residents in a selected Nigerian location. ⋯ Disability is high in community elderly subjects. Care giving is proving a great challenge in the face of children disserting their parents, and increasing harsh economy. There is need for a systematic, realistic plan to implement qualitative care policy for older Nigerians.
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Electrical injuries, though uncommon usually have devastating consequences. They are largely preventable. The objectives of the study were to highlight the pattern of severe electrical injuries seen in our environment, the management problems faced here compared with other studies and proffer suggestions for improvement and prevention. ⋯ Late presentation of patients to specialised centres, inadequate management at the primary centres of treatment, poverty and inadequate facilities even at the specialised centres were the main problems encountered. We recommend re-education of the populace including medical practitioners, enforcement of safety rules in the home and workplaces and upgrading of our health facilities to decrease the menace of severe electrical injuries.