From The Desk of The Editor-in-ChiefMAY 2024 | Dear Colleagues, I am delighted to present May 2024 edition of the Journal. I sincerely appreciate the authors, reviewers, proofreaders, the two colleges (West African College of Physicians and West African College of Surgeons), and our dedicated staff for their unwavering support and contribution to the journal. We have been experiencing delays in our publication schedule due to various factors including unforeseen socio-economic challenges, which have impacted our production and publishing processes. Rest assured, we're actively working to return to our normal schedule of timely publication. Our teams are fully engaged and committed to growth and consistent production throughout the year. We are making aggressive moves to further raise the bar of the quality, impact, and reputation of the journal. We remain committed to enhancing the journal's relevance and significance within the global medical community. WAJM VOLUME 41, NUMBER 4, APRIL 2024 This edition is available at the West African Journal of Medicine (WAJM) office, located at 6 Taylor Drive, Edmund Crescent, Medical Compound, Yaba, Lagos State. However, the e-copy has been sent to the corresponding authors. For authors and individuals interested in obtaining copies of this edition, requests can be made at the journal office or by sending an email to the Editor-in-Chief. through wajmeditorinchief@gmail.com | | | WAJM VOLUME 41, NUMBER 5 MAY 2024 The contents of the current issues are listed below. The free abstract-text content of this edition can be accessed on the journal website and on PubMed Central amongst others. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | ORIGINAL ARTICLE Spectrum of Skin Diseases among Inmates in a Nigerian Correctional Centre in Southern Nigeria O. G. Egbi, D. A. Aladeh, R. Madubuko, J. D. Okpiri, T. Ujah, M. Mamwen, O. A. Adejumo, I. R. Edeki, D. S. Oyedepo, S. O. Oiwoh, V. O. Ndu, O. A. Osunbor West Afr J Med. 2024 May; 41 (5): 568-574 PMID: 39208164 | | ORIGINAL ARTICLE Oral Health Knowledge, Practices, and Dental Complaints among Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Clinic at a Tertiary Health Institution, North Central, Nigeria L.T. Swende, N. A. Akwaras, B. O. Ornguga, S. I. Nwaeze, J. O. Abah, A. Ngwibete, T. Z. Swende, I. Tor- Anyiin, G. N. Rimamnunra, N. L. P De-kaa, D. A. Daniel, J. O. Obekpa, M. Ben-Ameh, C. U. Ugboaja West Afr J Med. 2024 May; 41 (5): 575-582 PMID: 39208404 | | | | | ORIGINAL ARTICLE Pre-and Post-Prostatectomy Detrusor Wall Thickness and the Symptom Profile in Patients with Benign Prostatic Enlargement: A Prospective Review C. I. Onyeze, T. A. Badmus, A. A. Salako, N. S. Onyeze, C. M. Asaleye, E. A. Agbakwuru, E. A. Jeje, O. O. Olasehinde, M. C. Igbokwe, R. N. Babalola, R. A. David West Afr J Med. 2024 May; 41 (5): 592-596 PMID: 39212540 | | | | PROCESSING AND PUBLICATION FEESGiven the prevailing economic conditions, the increasing production costs, and the fluctuating exchange rates, we kindly request authors to submit payments in US Dollars (USD) for all processing and publication fees. Kindly be informed that from January 2024, manuscripts accepted for publication will be rescheduled for the subsequent edition if publication fees are not settled within the designated payment period. If any author encounters challenges making payments in USD, please don't hesitate to contact the Editor-in-Chief via email. - wajmeditorinchief@gmail.com or whatsapp (08068925934) The current fees are as stated below:Processing Fee: $60.00 Publication Fee: $150.00 Payment in Dollars (Domiciliary Account) Account Name: West African Journal Medicine Account Number: 0483489788 Bank: GT Bank Swift Code: GTBINGLA Sort Code: 058194010 | JUNE 2024 EDITIONThis edition is currently in the final stages of publishing. Kindly note that corresponding authors of manuscripts are encouraged to settle any outstanding statutory charges at their earliest convenience. Please, note that the publishing fees should be paid ONLY into the WAJM Account. Evidence of payment should be forwarded to the Editor-In-Chief’s email - wajmeditorinchief@gmail.com.The following articles have been listed for the JUNE 2024 edition. | | EDITORIAL xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx G. E. Erhabor | | | EBSTEIN'S ANOMALY IN A YOUNG NIGERIAN LADY Samuel Edem Antia, Godsent Chichebem Isiguzo, Chibuzor Chiamaka Ajaero, Prosper Obinna Okpala, Collins Nwachi Ugwu | | CONCORDANCE BETWEEN CLINICAL AND HISTOPATHOLOGICAL DIAGNOSIS OF SKIN DISEASES IN SOUTH-SOUTH NIGERIA: A TWO CENTER STUDY Omokhaye Excel Ogunbor, Cynthia Roli Madubuko, Chukwuemeka Asouzu Okoye, Dele Eradebamwen Imasogie | | | EARLY VERSUS DELAYED ORAL FEEDING AFTER EMERGENCY GASTROINTESTINAL SURGERIES Olusola O. Akanbi, Adetunji S. Oguntola, Moses L. Adeoti, Julius Olaogun, Lateef idris, Solomom O. Fadiora | | EFFECT OF DIETARY PHOSPHATE RESTRICTION IN PRE-DIALYSIS CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE PATIENTS WITH HYPERPHOSPHATAEMIA IN SOUTHERN NIGERIA I. R Edeki, E. I Unuigbe, E. I Okaka | | PHYSICIANS’ PERCEPTION ON THE RELEVANCE OF HEALTHCARE MARKETING IN A TERTIARY HOSPITAL, SOUTH-WEST, NIGERIA Esan T.O, Adeniji O.I, Adekiya V.A, Adekanle M.D, Adebawojo T.O | | A SURVEY OF WHAT HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS CONSIDER AS RELEVANT FOR DECISIONAL AUTONOMY IN HEALTH AND TREATMENT IN NIGERIA Oluwatoyin Sorinmade, Olufisayo Elugbadebo, Toyin Bello | | RISK FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH UNDER-FIVE CHILDREN MORTALITY IN NORTHEAST NIGERIA; A RETROSPECTIVE ANALYSIS OF NATIONAL DEMOGRAPHIC AND HEALTH SURVEY DATA Yusuf Abdu Misau, Muhammad Bashir Faruk, Mubarak Muhammad Dabo, Adamu Sa’idu Adamu, Lamaran Dattijo Makama, Aisha Zaidu, Sulaiman Ahmed Musa, Jamilu Yaya,Martin Meremikwu, Bashir Muhammad Usman, Nabila Kaltume Abdulhamid | | RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN BLOOD PRESSURE CONTROL AND SELF-CARE PRACTICES AMONG HYPERTENSIVE PATIENTS ATTENDING FAMILY MEDICINE CLINIC OF LAGOS STATE UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL, LAGOS, NIGERIA Odunaye-Badmus Sekinat Oloruntosin, Sodipo Oluwajimi Olanrewaju, Malomo Sunday Olukayode, Oluwatuyi Olamide Esther, Odiana Ruth Nkiruka | | PREVALENCE OF INTESTINAL PARASITIC INFECTIONS AMONG PREGNANT WOMEN: A MULTI-CENTRE SURVEY Samuel E Ocheja, Olubukola Adesina, Olufunmilola MAKANJUOLA | | HEART RATE VARIABILITY IN HEALTHY YOUNG ADULT NIGERIANS Dahiru B. ADAMU, Babangida S. CHORI, Olufunke ONAADEPO, John O. OGEDENGBE, Augustine N. ODILI | | ASSESSMENT OF RIFAMPICIN INDETERMINATE RESULTS AMONG ADULT PATIENTS ATTENDING A TERTIARY TUBERCULOSIS TREATMENT CENTER IN PORT HARCOURT RIVERS STATE USING SHEWHART CONTROL CHARTS: IMPLICATIONS FOR PATIENTS AND TUBERCULOSIS CONTROL PROGRAMS Taagbara Jolly Abaate, Aloni Adolphus Alali | | PREVALENCE OF HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE AND ASSOCIATED FACTORS AMONG A POPULATION OF APPARENTLY HEALTHY IN-SCHOOL ADOLESCENTS IN DELTA STATE, NIGERIA: A CROSS-SECTIONAL SURVEY Ejiroghene Martha Umuerri, Patrick Oyibo, Iyabo Aduke Oyibo, Oghenowede Eyawo | |
A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF INTELLIGENCE QUOTIENTS OF ALMAJIRAI ATTENDING QURANIC SCHOOLS AND PUPILS OF SELECTED PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN ZARIA, NORTHWEST NIGERIA A, Abubakar-Abdullateef., A, Mohammed., K, Kusi-Mensah., H. D. Mohammed., A.S. Kakangi | TOTAL THYROIDECTOMY VERSUS SUBTOTAL THYROIDECTOMY AS A SUITABLE SURGERY FOR BENIGN THYROID DISORDERS Wael Morsy El-Sayed, Sherreen Elhariri, Mekhaeel Shehata Fakhry Mekhaeel, Ismail Burud | TRENDS IN DERMATOLOGICAL DIAGNOSES DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC IN NIGERIA: A RETROSPECTIVE STUDY C.C. Anaje, O.I. Ezejiofor, N.A. Enechukwu, Nkechi, C.I. Okpala, C.L. Onyekonwu, J.C. Nkesi | KNOWLEDGE OF HELPING BABIES BREATHE PROGRAMME AND THE DETERMINANTS AMONG TRAINEES IN EDO STATE Drs. Enato IG, Olaniyi OK, Uduebor OJ, Oriaifo S, Enadeghe IA, Okhamafe F, Ezomo O, Osazee EM, Effiong VS | | 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). | INQUIRIES/COMPLAINTS For inquiries and complaints, please call +2348068925934 or send a message through whatsApp. | | Thank you. I look forward to receiving your suggestions and feedback. Prof. G. E. Erhabor Editor-in-Chief West African Journal of Medicine |
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