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From The Desk of The Editor-in-Chief

Dear Colleagues,

I would like to take this opportunity to extend my heartfelt gratitude for the invaluable role you have played in the continued success of the West African Journal of Medicine (WAJM) over the years. Your dedication, expertise, and unwavering commitment have been instrumental in ensuring the steady monthly publication of the journal and its impact within the medical community.

In line with our commitment in previous communications, we are pleased to announce that the backlog of 2024 publications has been successfully cleared. The January 2025 edition is now published. Work on the February and March 2025 issues is progressing simultaneously, and both editions are scheduled for release within the next two weeks.

Our editorial and production teams remain fully dedicated, implementing strategic measures to enhance the journal’s relevance, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen its global visibility.

CALL FOR REVIEWERS

I kindly seek the continued support and cooperation of our esteemed reviewers. Your role is crucial in upholding the high academic and professional standards that define WAJM. Therefore, I appeal to you to prioritize any pending manuscript reviews and submit your recommendations at the earliest opportunity.

To further enhance the quality of our peer-review process, we are actively seeking, enthusiastic, and dedicated reviewers across all specialties. We welcome individuals who are willing to contribute their expertise and commit to reviewing manuscripts within the designated time frame.

If you are interested in joining our pool of reviewers—or if you know someone who might be—we encourage you to reach out to me directly.

CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION FOR REVIEWERS

We would like to inform our esteemed reviewers that the journal has deemed it fit to recognize and appreciate those who have remained dedicated to our mission over the years. In particular, reviewers who have evaluated at least three manuscripts will receive a Certificate of Recognition as a token of our appreciation.

This certificate will be valuable for administrative records and will enhance your academic CV.

Kindly submit your full name and institutional affiliation for the issuance of the certificate.

MANUSCRIPT SUBMISSION – CALL FOR PAPERS FOR SPECIAL EDITION

We are delighted to announce a forthcoming special edition of the journal that will highlight ground-breaking developments, innovative research, and emerging discoveries across all medical specialties and healthcare delivery particularly sportlighting contributions from West African region.

Accordingly, we invite the submission of relevant original research, and review articles for inclusion in this edition. This will receive prompt consideration, and we also plan to offer a subsidy on processing fees for manuscripts accepted for publication.

MOVING FORWARD

I remain optimistic about the future of WAJM. With your continued collaboration, we will not only overcome existing challenges but also elevate the journal to new heights of academic excellence and global recognition.

Thank you once again for your unwavering support and commitment. I look forward to working closely with all of you as we strive to strengthen the journal’s impact and contribution to medical research and healthcare in West Africa and beyond.

WAJM VOLUME 41, DECEMBER (12)  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 VOL. 42. N0. 1, 2025

WAJM VOLUME 42, NUMBER 1 JANUARY 2025

The contents of this issue are listed below. The free abstract-text content of this edition can be accessed on the journal website and on PubMed Central amongst others.

PROCESSING AND PUBLICATION FEES

Given 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

FEBRUARY 2025 EDITION

This 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 FEBRUARY 2024 edition.

EDITORIAL

ENDING NUCLEAR WEAPONS, BEFORE THEY END US

Kamran Abbasi, Editor-in-Chief, BMJ; Parveen Ali, Editor-in-Chief, International Nursing Review; Virginia Barbour, Editor-in-Chief, Medical Journal of Australia; Marion Birch, Editor-in-Chief, Medact & University College London; Inga Blum, At-large Board Member, IPPNW; Peter Doherty, 1996 Nobel Prize for Physiology or Medicine; Andy Haines, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine; Ira Helfand, Past President, IPPNW; Richard Horton, Editor-in-Chief, The Lancet; Kati Juva, Co-President, IPPNW; Jose F. Lapena Jr, Vice-President, WAME; Robert Mash, Editor-in-Chief, African Journal of Primary Health Care & Family Medicine; Olga Mironova, Co-President, IPPNW; Arun Mitra, Past President, IPPNW; Carlos Monteiro, Editor-in-Chief, Revista de Saúde Pública; Elena N. Naumova, Editor-in-Chief, Journal of Public Health Policy; David Onazi, Co-President, IPPNW; Tilman Ruff, Past President, IPPNW; Peush Sahni, Editor-in-Chief, National Medical Journal of India; James Tumwine, Editor-in-Chief, African Health Sciences; Carlos Umaña, Co-President, IPPNW; Paul Yonga, Editor-in-Chief, East African Medical Journal; Chris Zielinski, President, WAME

 

ORIGINAL ARTICLES

PREDICTORS OF ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION AMONG NIGERIAN MEN WITH TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS

Adeola Monsuru Badmus, Stephen Odunayo Ikuerowo, Emmanuel Ajibola Jeje, Abimbola Ayodeji Abolarinwa  and Olufunmilade Akinfolarin Omisanjo

WORK-RELATED STRESS AMONG ACADEMIC STAFF OF A HIGHER INSTITUTION IN SOUTH-WEST, NIGERIA: A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY

O. Q Bakare, A. O Coker, M Saibu, T. O Durojaiye

PROGRAMMED CELL DEATH LIGAND 1 (PD-L1) EXPRESSION IN TRIPLE NEGATIVE BREAST CANCER CASES IN BENIN CITY

Owolabi DO, Obahiagbon I, Udoh MO, Owobu C, Ekanem VJ, Ogunbiyi JO, Olu-Eddo AN

POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER IN THE EPICENTER OF THE BOKO HARAM INSURGENCY: PREVALENCE AND PSYCHOSOCIAL CORRELATES

Ibrahim Abdu Wakawa, Umar Baba Musami, Yesiru Adeyemi Kareem, Mohammed Yusuf Mahmood, Amina Isa Halid, Babagana Kundi Machina, Falmata Baba Shettima, Abdurrahman Ashiru, Placidus Nwakuba Ogualili

PARACETAMOL-DICLOFENAC AND PENTAZOCINE-DICLOFENAC FOR POST-CAESAREAN SECTION PAIN RELIEF: A DOUBLE BLIND RANDOMISED CONTROLLED TRIAL

T. O. Odetayo; J. O. Chionuma; K. A. Rabiu, Gbadegesin

PREVALENCE AND DETERMINANTS OF MALOCCLUSION AMONG PRESCHOOL CHILDREN IN MAIDUGURI

T. O. Ligali, A.E. Oromakinde

EVALUATING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF MULTIPLE PROVIDER ENHANCED ADHERENCE COUNSELING IN THE IMPROVEMENT OF TREATMENT OUTCOMES AMONGST ADOLESCENTS LIVING WITH HIV (ALHIV)

Adebawojo, Tolulope Oluwatimileyi. N, Oladosu Olaniyi. M, Onifade Ajibola Olasunkanmi, Eloho Hambolu

ASSESSING FIBROSIS AND STEATOSIS UTILIZING TRANSIENT ELASTOGRAPHY (FIBROSCAN) IN METABOLIC-DYSFUNCTION ASSOCIATED STEATOTIC LIVER DISEASE: AN EXPERIENCE FROM UBTH, BENIN CITY, NIGERIA

Rose Ashinedu Ugiagbe, Ezekiel Enoghama Ugiagbe, Abraham Orkurga Malu

EFFECTS OF FOOTWEAR TYPES ON BALANCE AND RISK OF FALLS AMONG PREGNANT WOMEN: A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY

C P Ojukwu, J S Eleojo, O J Nebo, N E Ubochi, E M Anekwu, I J Ilo

PROMOTING ADOLESCENTS’ ORAL HEALTH: EFFECTIVENESS OF TWO ORAL HEALTH EDUCATIONAL METHODS AMONG SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN LAGOS, NIGERIA

Ekowmenhenhen U I, Sofola O O, Uti O G, Odogu U, Akande A , Oluwaleti O J

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

Our website is fully accessible and functional. For assistance or support, please don't hesitate to contact us. Our team is ready to help. For more information, kindly reach out to the Editor-in-Chief (email: wajmeditorinchief@gmail.com).

INQUIRIES/COMPLAINTS

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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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Monday, 23 December 2024

SEASON'S GREETINGS

 

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Dear [[data:firstname:"Esteemed Colleague"]]

As we approach the close of another fruitful year, I wish to extend my heartfelt gratitude to everyone for the integral role you have played in the success of the West African Journal of Medicine (WAJM) this year. Your dedication, expertise, and unwavering commitment have made this year a remarkable one for our publications that have continued steadily on a monthly basis.

Your growing patronage in terms of the quantity and excellent quality of articles submitted have contributed immensely to the growing impact of WAJM in the west African sub-region and globally. We truly value the painstaking effort and rigour authors put into executing their research and reporting them for publication. This has enriched the academic and scientific discourse within our journal's pages. To our esteemed reviewers and editorial board members, your critical insights and tireless efforts to uphold the quality and integrity of our journal are commendable. Your work behind the scenes ensures that every piece published meets the highest scholarly standards.

As we recount successes of this and previous years, it is also an opportunity to renew our vision for the advancement of WAJM in the new year. This requires partnership with all stakeholders. I therefore warmly invite you to continue and deepen your active involvement; whether by submitting your groundbreaking research, serving as reviewers, or championing our mission and publicizing the journal within your professional networks. Your ideas, feedbacks, and collaborations are vital to our growth.

With warm regards and best wishes for the yuletide season and a prosperous new year,

Sincerely,

 

Prof. Gregory Erhabor

Editor-in-Chief

WAJM

 

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Wednesday, 10 April 2024

WEST AFRICAN JOURNAL OF MEDICINE - LATEST ISSUE: WAJM VOL. 41 FEBRUARY 2024

From The Desk of The Editor-in-Chief

FEBRUARY 2024 

Dear Colleague,

I am delighted to present the February 2024 edition of the Journal. I extend my sincere appreciation to 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 the 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 1, JANUARY  2024

This edition is currently at the collation stage of the printing process and will soon be 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

LATEST ISSUE - WAJM VOL. 41. N0. 2, 2024

WAJM VOLUME 41, NUMBER 2 FEBRUARY 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.

PROCESSING AND PUBLICATION FEES

Given 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

 MARCH 2024 EDITION

This 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 MARCH 2024 edition.

EDITORIAL

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G. E. Erhabor

ORIGINAL ARTICLES

SONOGRAPHIC EVALUATION OF NIGERIAN WOMEN WITH MAMMOGRAPHIC FOCAL ASYMMETRIC DENSITY

DU Itanyi, H Ibrahim, WO Ka’alu W

ANGIOGRAPHIC PATTERNS OF YOUNG PEOPLE WITH CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE IN AN INDIAN POPULATION                                                                                                                 Ngabea M.A, Prathap K.N, Manu R, Thanu S

EFFECT OF MOTIVATIONAL INTERVIEWING ON LIFESTYLE MODIFICATION AMONG PATIENTS WITH HYPERTENSION ATTENDING THE FAMILY MEDICINE CLINICS OF ISTH, IRRUA, NIGERIA – A RANDOMISED CONTROL TRIAL (MILMAPH STUDY) STUDY PROTOCOL                                                               

 Oseni TIA, Oku AO, Udonwa NE

PROGNOSTICATORS OF EXCISION OF GIANT INTRA-ORAL TUMORS IN A RESOURCE-CHALLENGED SETTING.                                                                                                                  Segun-Busari, Segun, Omokanye Habeeb Kayodele, Dunmade Adekunle David, Afolabi Olushola Abdulrahman, Adeniji, Kayode Adebamiji, Braimoh Kolawole Thomas, Uche Okonkwo Kenechukwu, Mashood F. Adeyemi, Israel Kayode Kolawole

PREVALENCE OF KIDNEY DYSFUNCTION AND ASSOCIATED RISK FACTORS IN A SOUTHWESTERN CITY IN NIGERIA: A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY

Oluseyi Ademola Adejumo, Oladimeji Adedeji Junaid, Ogenekharo Godwin Egbi, Imuetinyan Rashida Edeki, Dapo Sunday Oyedepo, Olufikemi Fabusuyi, Grace Oghenetega Akinyosoye, Rasheed Olanshile Oloyede   

A COMPARATIVE ASSESSMENT OF LEFT VENTRICULAR SYSTOLIC FUNCTION AND INTER-ATRIAL SEPTAL SIZE DIAMETER OF CHILDREN WITH OSTIUM SECUNDUM ATRIAL SEPTAL DEFECT PRESENTING IN TWO PRIVATE INSTITUTIONS IN ENUGU      Chinawa Josephat M, Ossai Edmund N, Chinawa Awoere T, Onyia Jude T, Chukwu Uchenna K

ACCEPTABILITY OF AN ORANGE-FLAVOURED ZINC SULPHATE DISPERSIBLE TABLET IN THE MANAGEMENT OF ACUTE DIARRHOEA IN UNDER-FIVE CHILDREN IN LAGOS, NIGERIA                            

Agatha N. David, Ifedola Olojo, Abideen O. Salako, Oluwatosin Odubela, Emmanuel Ogbe, Marvel O. Alake, Abdulrasheed Oba, Felix Uche-Nwachu

CHILDREN ON THE STREETS OF IBADAN NIGERIA: NEGLECT OF CHILDREN’S RIGHTS

Abimbola Margaret Obimakinde, Moosa Shabir

ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION: PREVALENCE, AND PATTERN AMONG ADULT MALE PATIENTS ATTENDING THE GENERAL OUT-PATIENT CLINIC OF FEDERAL MEDICAL CENTRE BIDA, NIGERIA                                                                                                                   Gara Philip Nmadu, Mamman Mustapha, Adefemi Samuel Adebowale, Imade Osaretin M, Olaosebikan Olabode Folorunsho

PREVALENCE AND DETERMINANTS OF OCULAR DISORDERS AMONG IN-SCHOOL CHILDREN WITH PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DISABILITIES IN OSUN STATE, SOUTHWEST NIGERIA                                                                                                                                        Olubusayo O Adejumo, Michaeline A Isawumi, Bayo D Parakoyi, Ifedola O Faramade, Sunday O Olarewaju

TRENDS IN THE MANAGEMENT OF MISCARRIAGES WITH THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE VOLUNTEER OBSTETRICIAN SCHEME IN SELECTED PRIMARY HEALTH CARE CENTRES IN MAIDUGURI, NORTHEASTERN NIGERIA

Babagana Bako, Bala Mohammed Audu, Ado Danazumi Geidam, Abdulkarim Garba Mairiga, Hadiza Abdullahi Usman, Abubakar Ali Kullima, Sanusi Mohammed Ibrahim, Bilkisu Isa, Buba Saidu Mshelia, Emmanuel Filibus

PLASMID MEDIATED FLOUROQUINOLONE RESISTANCE AMONG ENTEROBACTERALES IN AFRICA: SYSTEMATIC REVIEW                                                                                                Abubakar J, Muhammad SZ, Muhammad KD, Jimoh AK, Egbe OE, Fahad L, Saminu Y, Abdussalam A, Mohammed Y

IMMUNOHISTOCHEMICAL EXPRESSION PATTERN OF HER2 IN GASTRIC ADENOCARCINOMAS IN A NIGERIAN TERTIARY HOSPITAL                                                     Mbwas I. Mashor, Uchenna S. Ezenkwa, Gabriel O. Ogun, Mustapha A. Ajani, J. Olufemi Ogunbiyi

WAITING TIMES IN PROSTATE CANCER DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT: A TEN-YEAR EXPERIENCE IN A NIGERIAN TEACHING HOSPITAL

Chike John Okeke, Emmanuel Ajibola Jeje, Rufus Wale Ojewola, Moses Adebisi Ogunjimi, Uchechukwu Ugonna Ogbobe, Anselm Okwudili Obi, Rereloluwa Nicodemus Babalola

PERIODONTAL DISEASES IN ADULT AND ELDERLY NIGERIANS: A NATIONAL SURVEY

EC Otoh, OO Taiwo, AJ Majekodunmi, PO Ameh, MF Gyang, AE Umoh

MAPPING OF INTERVENTIONS OF SOCIAL PROTECTION FOR TUBERCULOSIS PATIENTS IN AFRICA: A SCOPING REVIEW PROTOCOL                                                          A P Wachinou, P Fotso, H Loko, S Segoun, M Esse, C Houessinon, V Veronese, G Agodokpessi, C Merle, D Affolabi

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WEBSITE

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Editor-in-Chief

West African Journal of Medicine

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