West African Journal of Medicine May 2021 Newsletter

From The Desk of The Editor-in-Chief MAY 2021 NEWSLETTER Dear Colleagues, It is my pleasure to present the Journal newsletter for May 2021. I wish to appreciate our authors, reviewers and the two Colleges for the continued support in making the West African Journal of Medicine (WAJM) outstanding. WAJM VOLUME 38, NUMBER 4, April 2021 The printed copies of the March edition are available at the West African Journal of Medicine (WAJM) office at 6, Taylor Drive, Edmund Crescent, Medical Compound, Yaba, Lagos State. Corresponding authors have been sent their complimentary copies by courier service. Authors and those interested in copies of this edition can request at the journal office or send an email to wajmeditorinchief@gmail.com. ADVERT Advertise your brand, products and events (conferences, exhibitions and workshops) in our esteemed journal and reach out to healthcare professionals and institutions worldwide. For advert placement, kindly contact the Editor-in-Chief for details (email: wajmeditorinchief@gmail.com). WEBSITE The Journal website has been upgraded to make access to manuscript submission, review and publication seamless. Detailed information and instruction will be made available soon. The Journal can, however, still be accessed through the following media. • Facebook (https://www.faceboo.com/wajmedic) • Twitter (https://www.twitter.com/wajmedic) • The Blog (https://wajmeditor.blogspot.com) UPDATES The full text of the manuscripts would soon be made available online to interested researchers at a fee. Furthermore, the Journal is expanding to accommodate current issues, clinical perspectives, conference and workshop reports, patient vignettes, medical and health news and short communications in various fields of medicine and surgery. We wish to encourage authors to send in articles in this category. We also wish to invite scholars to contribute to a CME column which would make the journal more functional to our junior colleagues globally. I welcome suggestions and ideas on how to improve the quality and outcome of our journal. We apologize to authors for the delays in the publication process. This is largely due to the peer reviewers. We will continue to strive to overcome this challenge. WAJM VOLUME  38, NUMBER  5, MAY, 2021 Listed below are the articles for the May 2021 Journal edition. The free abstract-text content of this edition can be assessed on PubMed Central, EMBASE, Excerpta Medica, and African Index Medicus, amongst others. EDITORIAL NOTE THE BANE OF GIANT PROSTATES AND THE TREATISE ON LONG-CASE EXAMINATION G E Erhabor West Afr J Med. 2021 May;38(5): 407-408 PMID 34050727 ORIGINAL ARTICLES Association Between Family Function and Psychological Wellbeing Among Infertile Women Attending Yusuf Dantsoho Memorial Hospital, Kaduna, North Western Nigeria. Zubairu, R. Abubaka, S. Yohanna West Afr J Med. 2021 May;38(5): 409-414    PMID 34051069 The Paediatric Long Case Examination in the West African College of Physicians – Past, Present and Future.  A. Disu, F. O. Njokanma, F. O. Akinbami   PMID  34051070 West Afr J Med. 2021 May;38(5): 415-419 Ultrasonographic Hepatosplenic Parenchymal and Blood Flow Changes in Children with Acute Falciparum Malaria. O. M. Atalabi, A. J. Adekanmi, A. E. Orimadegun, O. O. Akinyinka West Afr J Med. 2021 May;38(5): 420-427   PMID 34051071 Assessment of Significant Bacteriuria, Bacterial Profile and Pyuria among Pregnant Women with Urinary Tract Symptoms in Enugu, South-Eastern Nigeria: A Cross-Sectional Study. C. C. Obiora, C. C. Dim, B. C. Ozumba West Afr J Med. 2021 May;38(5): 428-433   PMID 34051713 Screening for Diabetes Mellitus and Hypertension in Ile-Ife – A World Diabetes Day Experience. D. O. Soyoye, B. A. Kolawole, R. T. Ikem, E. Ugwu, O. A. Soyoye, F. A. Owolabi, Ann-Marie C. Anozie, O. O. Amjo, T. A. Adetunji, O. O. Ogundele West Afr J Med. 2021 May;38(5): 434-438 PMID  34051714 Pattern and Outcome of Stab Injuries in a Tertiary Hospital in Nigeria.  N. J. Nwashilli, A. E. Obi West Afr J Med. 2021 May;38(5): 439-444 PMID 34051715 Infant and Young Child Feeding Practices among Mothers of Children 6–23 Months Old Attending the Immunisation Clinic of a Private Tertiary Health Institution in Nigeria. Y. T. Olasinde, A. Idowu, A. Olasinde, A. O. Aremu, O. A. Ogunlaja West Afr J Med. 2021 May;38(5): 445-453   PMID 34051716 Awareness and Practice of Laparoscopic Surgery among Trainee Surgeons in Nigerian Tertiary Hospitals. E. Ray-Offor, L.O. Abdur-Rahman   West Afr J Med. 2021 May;38(5): 454-459  PMID 34051717 Transcranial Doppler Ultrasonography Imaging Studies in Children with Sickle Cell Anaemia in a Tertiary Hospital, Abuja, Nigeria. R. Mohammed-Nafi’u, O. Oniyangi, A. O. Akano, H. A. Aikhionbare, E. J. Okon West Afr J Med. 2021 May;38(5): 460-464   PMID 34051718 Determinants of Non-Institutional Deliveries in Urban and Rural Communities of Ebonyi State Nigeria: Implications for Policy. E. N. Ossai, C. D. Umeokonkwo, I. I. Eze, P. C. Eke West Afr J Med. 2021 May;38(5): 465-471 PMID 34051719 Burden of Chronic Musculoskeletal Disorders amongst Patients Attending Orthopaedic Outpatients Clinic of a Tertiary Hospital, North-Western Nigeria. K. E. Amaefule; F. S. Ejagwulu; I. L . Dahiru; M. O. Ogirima; A. I. Aniko West Afr J Med. 2021 May;38(5): 472-477 PMID 34051720 Predictors and Prognosis of Stroke in Jos, North-Central Nigeria. G. O. Osaigbovo, G. A. Amusa, A. J. Salaam, L. C. Imoh, E. N. Okeke, A. I. Zoakah, P. Kanki, S. A. Sagay West Afr J Med. 2021 May;38(5): 478-485  PMID 34051721 Biotherapies in Medical Practice: A Review and the Nigerian Experience. O. O. Adelowo, O. Olisa, O. T. Asekhame, O. Ojo West Afr J Med. 2021 May;38(5): 486-493  PMID 34051722 Blood Group Distribution among COVID-19 Patients in a Nigerian Treatment Centre. V. G. Kwaghe, Z. G. Habib, A. Bawa, F. O. Adebayo, A. A. Akor, Y. Thairu, B. A. Ekele West Afr J Med. 2021 May;38(5): 494-497  PMID 34051723 CASE REPORTS Simple Prostatectomy for Giant Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia in Sub-Saharan Africa: Case Series and Literature Review. M. C. Igbokwe, A. A. Salako, T. A. Badmus, R. A. David, A. Laoye, I. A. Akinbola, C. I. Onyeze, R. N. Babalola West Afr J Med. 2021 May;38(5): 498-501 PMID  34051724 Chronic Myeloid Leukaemia with Sudden Bilateral Deafness and Leg Ulcer associated with Hydroxyurea Therapy. N. I. Ugwu, A. E. Okoye, C. N. Ugwu, F. A. Ibiam, O. A. Nnachi, G. C. Ugwu, N. U. Okoh West Afr J Med. 2021 May;38(5): 502-506 PMID 34051725 MAY 2021 EDITION This edition is currently in the editorial phase and will soon be sent to the press. Corresponding authors of manuscripts are advised to kindly pay the statutory charges within the next one week in order to expedite the process. Please, note that publishing fees should be paid into the WAJM Account ONLY. Evidence of payment should be forwarded to the Editor-In-Chief’s email - wajmeditorinchief@gmail.com. ACCOUNT NAME: WEST AFRICAN JOURNAL OF MEDICINE ACCOUNT NUMBER: 0265229681 BANK: GT BANK. The following articles have been listed for the June edition. Genetic Epidemiology and Associated Diseases of APOL1: A Narrative Review Motunrayo M. Coker, Rufus O. Akinyemi, Adekunle A. Bakare, Mayowa O. Owolabi First Episode Psychosis During Covid-19 Pandemic: A Case Series   Ibidunni Olapeju Oloniniyi, Olanrewaju I Ibigbami, Ayomipo Amiola, Olufemi Abiodun Esan, Oladoyin Omolabake Esan A Retrospective Review of Outcome of Abdominal Myomectomies At A Fertility Centre In South-South Nigeria Jude Ehiabhi Okohue, Nkeiruka Ameh, Sunday Omale Onuh, Nana Hawwa Madugu Determinants of Adherence Among Patients on Highly Active Anti-Retroviral Therapy in Lagos State Nigeria Adeyinka Adeniran, Babatunde A. Odugbemi, Oladipupo O. Fisher, Olayinka Atilola Primary Mucinous Adenocarcinoma of the Urinary Bladder - A Rare Entity Barani Karikalan, Thanikachalam Pasupati, Sophia Merilyn George Pattern of Presentation of Patients with Vitiligo in a Tertiary Hospital in Southern Nigeria a Five-Year Retrospective Study. Madubuko C.R, Okwara B. U Community Pharmacists, Pharmacy Counter Assistants and Oral Health Promotion In Plateau State, Nigeria Olaniyi Olufemi Taiwo Bowel Habits and Bowel Movement Disorders in A Southwestern Nigerian Population: A Community-Based Study. Abiodun Christopher Jemilohun, Theophilus Oludare Ajiro, Kolawole Oluseyi Akande, Charles John Elikwu, Olufunke Oluwatosin Adeleye, Oluwatoyin Adetutu Fasesan Missed Elevated Blood Pressure in Triaged Outpatients: A Preliminary Cross-Sectional Multicentre Study in Northern Nigeria Godpower C. Michael, Ibrahim Aliyu, Aminu G. Fikin, Bukar A. Grema, Yahkub B. Mutalub, Abubakar A. Mohammed, Ukhasha Ibrahim Pregnancy-Associated Acute Myocardial Infarction (PAMI): A Case Report Ogah OS, Osibowale BT, Adebayo O, Adeyanju AT, Okorie CE, Adeoye AM, Aje A, Adebiyi AA Orthopantometric Assessment of Mandibular Parameters in A Sub-Population Of Yorubas: A Study Of 2 Tertiary Hospitals In South-Western Nigeria Ogundipe OK, Owotade FJ, Gbolahan OO, Ibitoye KS, Temisanren OT Is There Any Relationship Between Total Prostate Volume, Intravesical Prostatic Protrusion and Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms in Adult Nigerian Men with Benign Prostatic Enlargement? John Edoka Raphael, Victor Abhulimen Awareness and Knowledge of Birth Defects Among Antenatal Clinic Attendees at The University College Hospital Ibadan, South-West, Nigeria Akinmoladun JA, Uchendu OC, Lawal TA, Oluwasola TAO Relationship Between CD4 Cells Count, Viral Load and Left Ventricular Function Among HIV Patients on Treatment Musa Mohammed Baba, Faruk Buba, Mohammed Abdullahi Talle, Hayatu Umar, Musa Garbati, and Habu Abdul Effectiveness of Triclosan Coated Suture for Subcutaneous Wound Closure in Preventing Surgical Site Infection Following Mesh Repair of Inguinal Hernia: A Pilot Study. O. Olasehinde, A. Aderounmu,  A. C. Etonyeaku, A. O Mosanya,  F. O Wuraola, E.A Agbakwuru REVIEWERS We have in recent times continued to receive tremendous support and encouragement from our reviewers who have contributed voluntarily and ensured that we have a successful and quality production. We want to encourage those who wish to participate in the review process to send their details to the Editor-in-Chief. Once again, we thank you for your continued support. We look forward to receiving feedbacks and we anticipate manuscript submission to the Journal. Thank you for your continued interest in WAJM!   Prof. G. E. Erhabor Editor-in-Chief   West African Journal of Medicine

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