J. Minal, Nikhil P V, Bhargavi K Nagabhushan, N. Murali, Nidha Gaffoor
Extra-gastrointestinal stromal tumours (EGIST) are rare mesenchymal tumours that arise outside the gastrointestinal tract and mainly affect the omentum, mesentery, and retroperitoneum. We report a case of EGIST in an elderly female patient at an unusual location. The patient was referred to our centre with hemoperitoneum post vaginal hysterectomy for the treatment of third-degree utero-vaginal prolapse. Ultrasonography (USG) of abdomen and pelvis was done which revealed a heterogenous tumour in the upper abdomen. The tumour mass measured 23x18x8.5cms and was abutting the greater curvature of stomach without infiltration. A diagnosis of extra-gastrointestinal stromal tumour, spindle cell type, high grade, with pseudo signet ring appearance was rendered based on the morphology and immunohistochemistry with CD117(c-kit) and DOG1. Rupture of cancerous mass in the abdomen is one of the causes to be kept in mind in hemoperitoneum and EGIST should be considered in the differential diagnosis of large, multi-nodular, primary lesions of the abdomen. A high degree of suspicion is needed as these patients present late and are often diagnosed incidentally during investigations for unrelated medical conditions. 10% of EGISTs are primarily disseminated and the site of origin cannot be established with certainty, emphasizing the enigma of its origin as encountered in the present case.International Journal of Human and Health Sciences Vol. 08 No. 02 Apr’24 Page: 207-211
{"title":"An Unpropitious Surprise Post Vaginal Hysterectomy – A Case of Incidentally Discovered Extra-Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumour","authors":"J. Minal, Nikhil P V, Bhargavi K Nagabhushan, N. Murali, Nidha Gaffoor","doi":"10.31344/ijhhs.v8i2.645","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.31344/ijhhs.v8i2.645","url":null,"abstract":"Extra-gastrointestinal stromal tumours (EGIST) are rare mesenchymal tumours that arise outside the gastrointestinal tract and mainly affect the omentum, mesentery, and retroperitoneum. We report a case of EGIST in an elderly female patient at an unusual location. The patient was referred to our centre with hemoperitoneum post vaginal hysterectomy for the treatment of third-degree utero-vaginal prolapse. Ultrasonography (USG) of abdomen and pelvis was done which revealed a heterogenous tumour in the upper abdomen. The tumour mass measured 23x18x8.5cms and was abutting the greater curvature of stomach without infiltration. A diagnosis of extra-gastrointestinal stromal tumour, spindle cell type, high grade, with pseudo signet ring appearance was rendered based on the morphology and immunohistochemistry with CD117(c-kit) and DOG1. Rupture of cancerous mass in the abdomen is one of the causes to be kept in mind in hemoperitoneum and EGIST should be considered in the differential diagnosis of large, multi-nodular, primary lesions of the abdomen. A high degree of suspicion is needed as these patients present late and are often diagnosed incidentally during investigations for unrelated medical conditions. 10% of EGISTs are primarily disseminated and the site of origin cannot be established with certainty, emphasizing the enigma of its origin as encountered in the present case.International Journal of Human and Health Sciences Vol. 08 No. 02 Apr’24 Page: 207-211","PeriodicalId":195972,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Human and Health Sciences (IJHHS)","volume":"111 33","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140986877","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Godswill Ogheneyebrorue Okoro, J. Igabari, Great O Owhefere
Objective: The purpose of this study was to investigate the morphometric characteristics of the nasal index among the Yoruba people of Owo, in Ondo State of Southern Nigeria, and to ascertain whether there is sexual dimorphism in their nasal characteristics.Methods: The study adopted the multistage, descriptive, cross-sectional survey design. A random sample of 130 males and 130 females between the ages of 18 – 55 years was taken.For each subject, the nasal height was measured and recorded as distance between nasion and subnasale while the nasal width was measured and recorded as distance between the most lateral points of right and left ala of the nose using a sliding digital caliper. Data obtained were analysed using both descriptive statistics (Mean and Standard deviation) and inferential statistics (t-test) to describe the nature of the data.Results: Data analyses showed that the mean nasal height was 42.34 ± 0.54 for males and 42.14 ± 0.56 for females and that the difference was statistically significant (p< 0.05). The mean nasal width was 40.77 ± 0.85 for males and 40.41 ± 0.42 for females and that the difference was statistically significant (p<0.05). The mean nasal index was 96.68 ± 2.91 for males and 95.43 ± 1.66 for females, and that the difference between both groups was statistically significant (p<0.05). Among the male respondents, 3.8%, 24.6% and 71.5%exhibited the Leptorrhine, Mesorrhine and Platyrrhine nose types, while for the female respondents, the respective proportions were 5.4%, 28.5% and 66.1% for Leptorrhine, Mesorrhine and Platyrrhine nose types.Conclusion: We observed sexual dimorphism in the nasal characteristics of Owo indigenes in Nigeria and the Platyrrhine type of nose was prevalent among them.International Journal of Human and Health Sciences Vol. 08 No. 02 Apr’24 Page: 165-169
{"title":"A Morphometric Study of Nasal Index among Owo Indigenes of Ondo State, Nigeria","authors":"Godswill Ogheneyebrorue Okoro, J. Igabari, Great O Owhefere","doi":"10.31344/ijhhs.v8i2.638","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.31344/ijhhs.v8i2.638","url":null,"abstract":"Objective: The purpose of this study was to investigate the morphometric characteristics of the nasal index among the Yoruba people of Owo, in Ondo State of Southern Nigeria, and to ascertain whether there is sexual dimorphism in their nasal characteristics.Methods: The study adopted the multistage, descriptive, cross-sectional survey design. A random sample of 130 males and 130 females between the ages of 18 – 55 years was taken.For each subject, the nasal height was measured and recorded as distance between nasion and subnasale while the nasal width was measured and recorded as distance between the most lateral points of right and left ala of the nose using a sliding digital caliper. Data obtained were analysed using both descriptive statistics (Mean and Standard deviation) and inferential statistics (t-test) to describe the nature of the data.Results: Data analyses showed that the mean nasal height was 42.34 ± 0.54 for males and 42.14 ± 0.56 for females and that the difference was statistically significant (p< 0.05). The mean nasal width was 40.77 ± 0.85 for males and 40.41 ± 0.42 for females and that the difference was statistically significant (p<0.05). The mean nasal index was 96.68 ± 2.91 for males and 95.43 ± 1.66 for females, and that the difference between both groups was statistically significant (p<0.05). Among the male respondents, 3.8%, 24.6% and 71.5%exhibited the Leptorrhine, Mesorrhine and Platyrrhine nose types, while for the female respondents, the respective proportions were 5.4%, 28.5% and 66.1% for Leptorrhine, Mesorrhine and Platyrrhine nose types.Conclusion: We observed sexual dimorphism in the nasal characteristics of Owo indigenes in Nigeria and the Platyrrhine type of nose was prevalent among them.International Journal of Human and Health Sciences Vol. 08 No. 02 Apr’24 Page: 165-169","PeriodicalId":195972,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Human and Health Sciences (IJHHS)","volume":"101 37","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140987361","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Since snakebite is a serious public health concern in Asia, one of the most affected countries is Sri Lanka. The incidence, species variety, clinical symptoms, and management of snakebite in Asia, with a focus on Sri Lanka, are all covered in this review paper. Many of the venomous snake species found in Asia are abundant and diverse. Snake bites are a typical occurrence, especially in rural areas where farming and encounters between humans and snakes are common. Numerous snake species, including the dangerous Russell’s viper and the spectacled cobra, are found in Sri Lanka specifically. Depending on the type of snake bitten and the amount of venom administered, different clinical symptoms might result from a snake bite. Pain, bruising, swelling, and systemic symptoms like nausea, vomiting, and paralysis are typical ones. Treatment that is given too slowly or not at all can result in fatal consequences. Antivenom delivery, wound care, and supportive measures are all essential components of managing snake bite cases effectively. However, obstacles including a lack of access to medical facilities and less availability of antivenom sometimes make it difficult to get treatment quickly, particularly in isolated places and concern about indigenous treatment as well. Public awareness campaigns, better healthcare facilities, and epidemiology research are only a few of the measures taken against snakebite in Sri Lanka. To lessen the number of snakebites in, government institutions, medical professionals, and international organizations must work together. Better antivenom medicines and improved preventive and treatment plans for snakebite in this area require more study and funding.International Journal of Human and Health Sciences Vol. 08 No. 02 Apr’24 Page: 116-125
{"title":"Perceptions on Indigenous Medicine, First Aid and Treatment of Snakebite among Sri Lankan Farmers","authors":"Hmp Herath, B. Banneheka, F. Marikar","doi":"10.31344/ijhhs.v8i2.631","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.31344/ijhhs.v8i2.631","url":null,"abstract":"Since snakebite is a serious public health concern in Asia, one of the most affected countries is Sri Lanka. The incidence, species variety, clinical symptoms, and management of snakebite in Asia, with a focus on Sri Lanka, are all covered in this review paper. Many of the venomous snake species found in Asia are abundant and diverse. Snake bites are a typical occurrence, especially in rural areas where farming and encounters between humans and snakes are common. Numerous snake species, including the dangerous Russell’s viper and the spectacled cobra, are found in Sri Lanka specifically. Depending on the type of snake bitten and the amount of venom administered, different clinical symptoms might result from a snake bite. Pain, bruising, swelling, and systemic symptoms like nausea, vomiting, and paralysis are typical ones. Treatment that is given too slowly or not at all can result in fatal consequences. Antivenom delivery, wound care, and supportive measures are all essential components of managing snake bite cases effectively. However, obstacles including a lack of access to medical facilities and less availability of antivenom sometimes make it difficult to get treatment quickly, particularly in isolated places and concern about indigenous treatment as well. Public awareness campaigns, better healthcare facilities, and epidemiology research are only a few of the measures taken against snakebite in Sri Lanka. To lessen the number of snakebites in, government institutions, medical professionals, and international organizations must work together. Better antivenom medicines and improved preventive and treatment plans for snakebite in this area require more study and funding.International Journal of Human and Health Sciences Vol. 08 No. 02 Apr’24 Page: 116-125","PeriodicalId":195972,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Human and Health Sciences (IJHHS)","volume":"103 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140987333","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
A. Rashid, Khadijah Mohd Nor, Loh Tze Liang, Muhammad Farid Hashim, Faezah Hassan
Cholesteatoma is a benign lesion of the keratin-producing squamous epithelium, most commonly arising in the middle ear and mastoid. It is rarely found within the external auditory canal. It presents mainly as unilateral lesions and is often destructive and locally invasive. Hence, early detection and referral to an otorhinolaryngology specialist are warranted due to its grave sequelae. This report is about a rare and atypical case of an external ear canal cholesteatoma (EECC) in a young patient. The diagnosis and referral were delayed due to the nature of the disease that resembles an infection, the rarity and atypical presentation of the case, and a low index of suspicion. Therefore, a high index of suspicion based may lead to a timely diagnosis, management, prevention of serious complications, and optimal preservation of ear function.International Journal of Human and Health Sciences Vol. 08 No. 02 Apr’24 Page: 215-219
{"title":"Recurrent Ear Discharge in Primary Care: Exploring the Possibility of Cholesteatoma - A Case Report","authors":"A. Rashid, Khadijah Mohd Nor, Loh Tze Liang, Muhammad Farid Hashim, Faezah Hassan","doi":"10.31344/ijhhs.v8i2.647","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.31344/ijhhs.v8i2.647","url":null,"abstract":"Cholesteatoma is a benign lesion of the keratin-producing squamous epithelium, most commonly arising in the middle ear and mastoid. It is rarely found within the external auditory canal. It presents mainly as unilateral lesions and is often destructive and locally invasive. Hence, early detection and referral to an otorhinolaryngology specialist are warranted due to its grave sequelae. This report is about a rare and atypical case of an external ear canal cholesteatoma (EECC) in a young patient. The diagnosis and referral were delayed due to the nature of the disease that resembles an infection, the rarity and atypical presentation of the case, and a low index of suspicion. Therefore, a high index of suspicion based may lead to a timely diagnosis, management, prevention of serious complications, and optimal preservation of ear function.International Journal of Human and Health Sciences Vol. 08 No. 02 Apr’24 Page: 215-219 ","PeriodicalId":195972,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Human and Health Sciences (IJHHS)","volume":"101 41","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140987509","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Background: Biomedical waste management across India has become a growing concern for dentists. This study investigates biomedical waste management knowledge in the context of dental education. The aim of this study is to determine the knowledge, compliance and understanding levels of dental students regarding the processing and disposal of biomedical waste.Methods: This study was conducted among students and interns of a rural dental college in Maharashtra, India. A pre-designed survey was administered to dental students in various academic years. Investigations include waste classification, segregation, disposal technologies, safety procedures, and environmental impacts associated with biomedical waste.Results: A total of 150 students participated. The male/female ratio is 1:1.31. On average, 88% and 12% of students have correct and incorrect information about biomedical waste.Conclusion: The results of this study can form the basis for the development of educational strategies and interventions to raise awareness and ensure responsible biomedical waste management in medical education, dentistry, and medical facilities.International Journal of Human and Health Sciences Vol. 08 No. 02 Apr’24 Page: 198-202
{"title":"Inside the Disposal Box: A Study on Biomedical Waste Awareness Among Aspiring Dental Professionals","authors":"S. Tamboli, Faraz Tamboli","doi":"10.31344/ijhhs.v8i2.643","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.31344/ijhhs.v8i2.643","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Biomedical waste management across India has become a growing concern for dentists. This study investigates biomedical waste management knowledge in the context of dental education. The aim of this study is to determine the knowledge, compliance and understanding levels of dental students regarding the processing and disposal of biomedical waste.Methods: This study was conducted among students and interns of a rural dental college in Maharashtra, India. A pre-designed survey was administered to dental students in various academic years. Investigations include waste classification, segregation, disposal technologies, safety procedures, and environmental impacts associated with biomedical waste.Results: A total of 150 students participated. The male/female ratio is 1:1.31. On average, 88% and 12% of students have correct and incorrect information about biomedical waste.Conclusion: The results of this study can form the basis for the development of educational strategies and interventions to raise awareness and ensure responsible biomedical waste management in medical education, dentistry, and medical facilities.International Journal of Human and Health Sciences Vol. 08 No. 02 Apr’24 Page: 198-202","PeriodicalId":195972,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Human and Health Sciences (IJHHS)","volume":"113 49","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140986749","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Background: Globally, hypertension is a major problem. The cornerstone of the strategy for preventing hypertension is making appropriate lifestyle modifications. The present study was carried out to assess knowledge, attitude and practice of lifestyle modifications among hypertensive patients.Methods: This cross-sectional questionnaire-based study carried out among 343 hypertensive patients visiting a tertiary care hospital.Results: We observed that although majority of hypertensive had good knowledge and attitude about lifestyle changes in hypertension, least were adherent to those. Conclusion: The treatment of hypertension is greatly aided by preventive medication. In order to lower the prevalence of hypertension in a nation, assessments of knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding lifestyle change are fundamentally necessary.International Journal of Human and Health Sciences Vol. 08 No. 02 Apr’24 Page: 140-146
{"title":"Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Lifestyle Modifications Among Hypertensive Patients Visiting A Tertiary Care Hospital in Central India","authors":"Deepti Amborkar, A. Kasulkar, Madhur Gupta","doi":"10.31344/ijhhs.v8i2.634","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.31344/ijhhs.v8i2.634","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Globally, hypertension is a major problem. The cornerstone of the strategy for preventing hypertension is making appropriate lifestyle modifications. The present study was carried out to assess knowledge, attitude and practice of lifestyle modifications among hypertensive patients.Methods: This cross-sectional questionnaire-based study carried out among 343 hypertensive patients visiting a tertiary care hospital.Results: We observed that although majority of hypertensive had good knowledge and attitude about lifestyle changes in hypertension, least were adherent to those. Conclusion: The treatment of hypertension is greatly aided by preventive medication. In order to lower the prevalence of hypertension in a nation, assessments of knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding lifestyle change are fundamentally necessary.International Journal of Human and Health Sciences Vol. 08 No. 02 Apr’24 Page: 140-146","PeriodicalId":195972,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Human and Health Sciences (IJHHS)","volume":"109 41","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140987050","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Proton pump Inhibitors (PPI) are the commonest over the counter medications which are abused. Its prescribed even for minor gastric events and patients tend to take it for indefinite periods.PPI abuse can lead to wide range of toxic events like nephritis, osteoporosis, cardiac events, Clostridium infections, vitamin malabsorption. There are not many reports on management of pantaprazole abuse. Acotiamide is a drug which enhances acetylcholine release from enteric neurons through muscarinic receptor antagonism and acetylcholinesterase (AchE) inhibition, thereby enhancing gastric emptying and gastric accommodation. Here I am presenting a 36-year-old female with daily pantaprazole or omeprazole 40mg intake. She came for quitting the PPIs and was successfully managed with acotiamide and gradual tapering of the PPI.International Journal of Human and Health Sciences Vol. 08 No. 02 Apr’24 Page: 212-214
质子泵抑制剂（PPI）是最常见的滥用非处方药。泮托拉唑滥用可导致肾炎、骨质疏松症、心脏病、梭菌感染、维生素吸收不良等多种中毒事件。有关泮托拉唑滥用管理的报告并不多。阿考替胺是一种通过毒蕈碱受体拮抗作用和乙酰胆碱酯酶（AchE）抑制作用增强肠神经元乙酰胆碱释放的药物，从而增强胃排空和胃容纳能力。在这里，我介绍一位每天服用泮托拉唑或奥美拉唑 40 毫克的 36 岁女性。她前来戒除 PPIs，并通过服用阿考替胺和逐步减少 PPI 成功戒除：212-214
{"title":"A Case Report on Acotiamide’s Role in De-Prescribing PPI – An Offbeat Approach","authors":"V. Vishnupriya","doi":"10.31344/ijhhs.v8i2.646","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.31344/ijhhs.v8i2.646","url":null,"abstract":"Proton pump Inhibitors (PPI) are the commonest over the counter medications which are abused. Its prescribed even for minor gastric events and patients tend to take it for indefinite periods.PPI abuse can lead to wide range of toxic events like nephritis, osteoporosis, cardiac events, Clostridium infections, vitamin malabsorption. There are not many reports on management of pantaprazole abuse. Acotiamide is a drug which enhances acetylcholine release from enteric neurons through muscarinic receptor antagonism and acetylcholinesterase (AchE) inhibition, thereby enhancing gastric emptying and gastric accommodation. Here I am presenting a 36-year-old female with daily pantaprazole or omeprazole 40mg intake. She came for quitting the PPIs and was successfully managed with acotiamide and gradual tapering of the PPI.International Journal of Human and Health Sciences Vol. 08 No. 02 Apr’24 Page: 212-214","PeriodicalId":195972,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Human and Health Sciences (IJHHS)","volume":"111 26","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140987019","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Use of Simulation in Medical Education","authors":"Abdus Salam, Shaima Akter, Md Mushtahid Salam, Salaheldin Taher, Abdulhameed Gadmor Moftah, M. Pasha, Hamida Begum, S. Satwi, Hasbullani Zakaria","doi":"10.31344/ijhhs.v8i2.630","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.31344/ijhhs.v8i2.630","url":null,"abstract":" Abstract not availableInternational Journal of Human and Health Sciences Vol. 08 No. 02 Apr’24 Page: 111-115","PeriodicalId":195972,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Human and Health Sciences (IJHHS)","volume":"113 32","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140986992","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
S. Dahir, Afnan Abdirahman Mohamed, Hassan Jama H Hassan, Recep Ercin Sonmez, Mehmet Sait Ozsoy, J. Kiruja, Orhan Alimoglu
Background: Goiter, which is associated with various risk factors, is highly prevalent in Hargeisa region of Somalia and is a serious health problem among women living in the region.Objective: This study aims to reveal the true extent of the problem, identify the causative factors and suggest preventive methods accordingly.Methods: A cross-sectional analysis was conducted on 270 female patients randomly selected from 1659 patients at Hargeisa Group Hospital (HGH), in Somalia, between January and August of 2022. The study sample was equally distributed between those with and without a diagnosis of goiter. Independent risk factors were identified by making comparisons between groups.Results: For the study group, dietary habits were identified as an important risk factor for the development of goiter. Patients who regularly consumed ‘cabbage’ - 188 (87.4%) had a higher rate of goiter compared to those who did not - 64 (47.4%); (p<0.001). Furthermore, those who consumed iodized salt regularly or more frequently - 54 (40%) were less likely to have goiter compared to those who did not - 128 (94.8%); (p<0.001). The use of non-iodized salt and cabbage consumption were identified as predictive factors for the development of goiter.Conclusion: Randomized studies with larger study groups should be conducted. The Minister of Health, health professionals and the media should work in cooperation to raise public awareness and take necessary precautions.International Journal of Human and Health Sciences Vol. 08 No. 02 Apr’24 Page: 192-197
{"title":"Goiter Prevalence and Associated Factors among Women in Hargeisa, Somalila","authors":"S. Dahir, Afnan Abdirahman Mohamed, Hassan Jama H Hassan, Recep Ercin Sonmez, Mehmet Sait Ozsoy, J. Kiruja, Orhan Alimoglu","doi":"10.31344/ijhhs.v8i2.642","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.31344/ijhhs.v8i2.642","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Goiter, which is associated with various risk factors, is highly prevalent in Hargeisa region of Somalia and is a serious health problem among women living in the region.Objective: This study aims to reveal the true extent of the problem, identify the causative factors and suggest preventive methods accordingly.Methods: A cross-sectional analysis was conducted on 270 female patients randomly selected from 1659 patients at Hargeisa Group Hospital (HGH), in Somalia, between January and August of 2022. The study sample was equally distributed between those with and without a diagnosis of goiter. Independent risk factors were identified by making comparisons between groups.Results: For the study group, dietary habits were identified as an important risk factor for the development of goiter. Patients who regularly consumed ‘cabbage’ - 188 (87.4%) had a higher rate of goiter compared to those who did not - 64 (47.4%); (p<0.001). Furthermore, those who consumed iodized salt regularly or more frequently - 54 (40%) were less likely to have goiter compared to those who did not - 128 (94.8%); (p<0.001). The use of non-iodized salt and cabbage consumption were identified as predictive factors for the development of goiter.Conclusion: Randomized studies with larger study groups should be conducted. The Minister of Health, health professionals and the media should work in cooperation to raise public awareness and take necessary precautions.International Journal of Human and Health Sciences Vol. 08 No. 02 Apr’24 Page: 192-197","PeriodicalId":195972,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Human and Health Sciences (IJHHS)","volume":"104 41","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140986821","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Objective: The aim of this study is to determine the phytonutrients components of banana fruits and that of their peel extracts.Methods: Two (2) banana fruit types; Yoruba (local) and Igbo banana and their peel extracts were evaluated in this researchResults: The two banana types revealed the presence of some bioactive compounds such as like phenols, alkaloids, flavonoids, glycoside, terpenoid, tannin, saponin, carotenoids, potassium, sodium and fibre at varying concentrations. The phytonutrients analysis of the banana fruits samples showed that Alkaloids had a mean range between 0.17±0.002 and 0.18±0.001mm. Phenolic contents with the mean values ranging from 1.57±0.01 to 1.70±0.01mm. Carotenoid had a mean range between 3.79±0.003 and 5.01±0.01mm. There was no significance difference in the Flavonoids contents with the mean values 0.09±0.00 to 0.09±0.001mm. Potassium contents mean values of the two banana fruits samples ranged from 165.5±0.71 to 175.00±2.83mm, Sodium contents of the banana fruits samples ranged from 122.00±0.00 to 117.00±1.41mm and Fibre contents ranged from 0.01±0.001 to 0.02±0.002mm. The phytonutrients analysis of the banana peel extract showed the presence of glycoside, terpenoid, alkaloids, flavonoids, tannin and saponins. The presence of these phytonutrients confirms the two Musa species tested to be of medicinal value. The extract of the two selected banana peels showed various inhibitory effect against selected microbial isolates. The results of this study revealed that Yoruba (local) banana peel extracts has the highest zone of inhibition (26.50±3.61mm) on Staphylococcus aureus compared to Igbo banana peel extracts (20.33±2.47mm). However, Igbo banana peel extract (18.33±1.61mm) showed a little higher growth inhibition on Escherichia coli compared to Yoruba (local) banana peel extract (17.43±1.68mm).Conclusion: The presence of these bioactive compounds in banana fruits and their peel showed a positive role in maintaining immune function in the body system.International Journal of Human and Health Sciences Vol. 08 No. 02 Apr’24 Page: 170-176
{"title":"Phytonutrients Composition of Nigerian Banana Fruits (Musa species) And Their Peel Extracts","authors":"Justinah Folasade John Isa","doi":"10.31344/ijhhs.v8i2.639","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.31344/ijhhs.v8i2.639","url":null,"abstract":"Objective: The aim of this study is to determine the phytonutrients components of banana fruits and that of their peel extracts.Methods: Two (2) banana fruit types; Yoruba (local) and Igbo banana and their peel extracts were evaluated in this researchResults: The two banana types revealed the presence of some bioactive compounds such as like phenols, alkaloids, flavonoids, glycoside, terpenoid, tannin, saponin, carotenoids, potassium, sodium and fibre at varying concentrations. The phytonutrients analysis of the banana fruits samples showed that Alkaloids had a mean range between 0.17±0.002 and 0.18±0.001mm. Phenolic contents with the mean values ranging from 1.57±0.01 to 1.70±0.01mm. Carotenoid had a mean range between 3.79±0.003 and 5.01±0.01mm. There was no significance difference in the Flavonoids contents with the mean values 0.09±0.00 to 0.09±0.001mm. Potassium contents mean values of the two banana fruits samples ranged from 165.5±0.71 to 175.00±2.83mm, Sodium contents of the banana fruits samples ranged from 122.00±0.00 to 117.00±1.41mm and Fibre contents ranged from 0.01±0.001 to 0.02±0.002mm. The phytonutrients analysis of the banana peel extract showed the presence of glycoside, terpenoid, alkaloids, flavonoids, tannin and saponins. The presence of these phytonutrients confirms the two Musa species tested to be of medicinal value. The extract of the two selected banana peels showed various inhibitory effect against selected microbial isolates. The results of this study revealed that Yoruba (local) banana peel extracts has the highest zone of inhibition (26.50±3.61mm) on Staphylococcus aureus compared to Igbo banana peel extracts (20.33±2.47mm). However, Igbo banana peel extract (18.33±1.61mm) showed a little higher growth inhibition on Escherichia coli compared to Yoruba (local) banana peel extract (17.43±1.68mm).Conclusion: The presence of these bioactive compounds in banana fruits and their peel showed a positive role in maintaining immune function in the body system.International Journal of Human and Health Sciences Vol. 08 No. 02 Apr’24 Page: 170-176 ","PeriodicalId":195972,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Human and Health Sciences (IJHHS)","volume":"102 48","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140987475","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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