{"title":"Reversible Male Contraceptives Preferences in Nigeria Survey","authors":"F. Eremutha, V. Gabriel","doi":"10.13189/ujmsj.2018.060301","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.13189/ujmsj.2018.060301","url":null,"abstract":"Male contraceptive preferences in Nigeria are major pointers to acceptance, demand and sustained use of new reversible male contraceptive technologies. This study is designed to assess the willingness of Nigerian men to become actors in shared reproductive responsibility. A cross-sectional study design with mixed-methodology, which adopted both qualitative and quantitative research – using desk research, in-depth and household interviews, focus group discussions and online polls - was adopted. A total of 1,442 respondents were questioned; 801 from rural areas and 641 from urban areas. Male contraceptive use was defined by factors that influence the desire to practice contraception. 68.85% of the respondents say they would use reversible male contraceptives, if they were available; 54.27% of the respondents who were against it, said they would not use reversible male contraceptives because of the fear of adverse health risks. Our findings show that a considerable proportion of men had knowledge of family planning methods. The results show that there is a demand for reversible male contraceptives among the male population in Nigeria. It is evident that if other types of reversible male contraceptives are made available, they will be readily accepted.","PeriodicalId":307708,"journal":{"name":"Universal Journal of Medical Science","volume":"139 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2018-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"127476634","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}
Eder Annabelle, W. Reinhard, P. Veronika, H. Tim, Kuhn Klaus-Dieter
{"title":"Risk Factors for Superficial Side Infections after Total Hip Arthroplasty","authors":"Eder Annabelle, W. Reinhard, P. Veronika, H. Tim, Kuhn Klaus-Dieter","doi":"10.13189/UJMSJ.2018.060201","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.13189/UJMSJ.2018.060201","url":null,"abstract":"As the numbers of primary total joint replacements and following revision operations are constantly rising, there are more and more patients with severe comorbidities, which might be considered as additional risk factor for developing a periprosthetic joint infection (PJI). In this study, we analyzed patient-related risk factors, which might influence the occurrence of superficial surgical side infections (SSI) after total hip replacements. There is no study yet, focusing only on superficial SSI rather than on deep infections or PJI in general. Methods: We performed a literature research in Pubmed. Used key words were 'hip AND (arthroplasty OR replacement) AND infection'. We found 4,417 studies related to this broad definition. After exclusion by defined criteria, 10 relevant studies were left. Results: We found the following patient-related risk factors for superficial SSI: Obesity, age, ASA class >2, diabetes mellitus, HIV, hypertension, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), previous cardiac surgery, dyspnea, corticosteroid use and hepatitis C. Gender, race and chronic kidney disease were not confirmed as risk factors for superficial SSI. Conclusions: To guarantee the best possible outcome after the surgery, it is advisable to treat these patients before performing a total hip replacement - if possible.","PeriodicalId":307708,"journal":{"name":"Universal Journal of Medical Science","volume":"31 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2018-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"115992150","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":"The Current State and Need for Education in Transplant Psychiatry","authors":"Gabriela Balf Soran, R. Hoff, P. Zimbrean","doi":"10.13189/UJMSJ.2014.020302","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.13189/UJMSJ.2014.020302","url":null,"abstract":"Objective: The Authors Examined The Perceived Adequacy Of Current Training In Transplant Psychiatry (TP). Methods: An anonymous web-based survey was distributed to all US Psychiatry Residency programs (N=182) and Psychosomatic Medicine Fellowship programs (N=46). Results: Sixty one (33.5%) Psychiatry Residency Directors and 24 (52%) Directors of Psychosomatic Medicine completed the survey. Sixty eight percent of Psychiatry Residency programs do not provide specific TP training and 79.4% of residents had never performed a TP evaluation. Among the Psychosomatic Medicine Programs, 91.3% provide TP training; however only 14.3% of fellows are involved in TP evaluations. Giving the news of a negative determination of eligibility was listed as a main source of anxiety about TP. 68.6% of the PRD considered more training in TP necessary, specifically regarding medication interactions and substance abuse issues. Conclusions: Given this perceived need, psychiatry and psychosomatic medicine residency and fellowship programs should consider supplementing their existing curricula with more TP-related training.","PeriodicalId":307708,"journal":{"name":"Universal Journal of Medical Science","volume":"46 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2014-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"121447294","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":"Relevance of Herpes Simplex Virus Infection to Oral Lichen Planus","authors":"Sang-yeon Park, E. Choi","doi":"10.13189/UJMSJ.2014.020301","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.13189/UJMSJ.2014.020301","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Oral lichen planus (OLP) is a chronic inflammatory disease involving the oral mucosa that induces pain and burning sensations, thus decreasing a patient's quality of life. Although its etiology has not yet been clearly defined, infection has been suggested to be associated with OLP. We tried to clarify the relevance of herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection in OLP, since HSV infection is the most common infection in the oral mucosa of adults with characteristics of recurrence due to psychological and physical stress. Methods: We enrolled thirty subjects diagnosed with OLP by clinical manifestation and pathologic findings. We tested serum IgG levels against HSV-1 and 2, and performed PCR testing of biopsy specimens for HSV. Additionally, we assessed the treatment effect of an oral anti-viral agent for OLP. Results: Serum HSV-1, 2 IgG levels were markedly elevated in the OLP subjects. HSV DNA was not found in the PCR biopsy specimens. Eight out of thirteen subjects(61.5%) who took oral acyclovir improved in subjective symptoms and objective lesion manifestations. OLP patients treated with conventional treatments showed improvement in 58.8%. Conclusions: Although we did not observe decisive findings, such as a positive HSV-PCR result, to establish a link between HSV and OLP, we did observe an increase in HSV IgG levels and a therapeutic response to oral acyclovir in subjects with OLP.","PeriodicalId":307708,"journal":{"name":"Universal Journal of Medical Science","volume":"14 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2014-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"133964532","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":"Anthropometric Indices, Plasma Albumin, Uric Acid and Packed Cell Volume in Students of Tertiary Institutions","authors":"M. Olaniyan, F. Olabiyi, Adebisi .A. Ademuyiwa","doi":"10.13189/UJMSJ.2014.020201","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.13189/UJMSJ.2014.020201","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Anthropometric indices, plasma albumin, uric acid and packed Cell Volume(PCV) are good markers of malnutrition and the associated disorders. Aim and Objective: This work aimed to evaluate the anthropometric indices, plasma albumin, uric acid and packed cell volume in tertiary institution students. Materials and Methods : Anthropometric indices, plasma albumin, uric acid and packed cell volume (PCV) were evaluated in 200 students of two tertiary institutions in Owo-Nigeria which include Achievers University and Rufus Giwa polytechnic, Owo, Ondo state-Nigeria (comprising of 95 males and 105 females). Anthropometric measurements including weight, height, and waist and hips circumference were measured. Body mass index and waist-hip ratio were also calculated. Plasma uric acid, and albumin were estimated biochemically by spectrophotometry while PCV was determined by capillary tube method. Results: The results showed a statistically higher significant difference in the values of mid arm circumference obtained from Achievers University (10.48±0.72) than the values obtained in the students of Rufus Giwa Polytechnic Owo (9.72±1.14) with P < 0.05. The values of plasma albumin were also statistically significantly higher (P< 0.05) in students of Achievers University, Owo (47.84±4.5) than the values obtained in the students of Rufus Giwa Polytechnic Owo (42.36±4.89) with P < 0.05. There was also a significant gender difference in the values of mid arm circumference and plasma albumin obtained from the students of the two institutions with p<0.05. Conclusion: We therefore recommend routine measurements of anthropometric indices, Packed Cell Volume and biochemical parameters (Serum Uric acid and Albumin) are hereby suggested for early detection of malnutrition and its associated disorders among students of tertiary institutions due to significant alterations in the level of the parameter.","PeriodicalId":307708,"journal":{"name":"Universal Journal of Medical Science","volume":"60 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2014-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"126792120","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":"The Effect of Serum Copper and Zinc Levels on the Immunity of Children","authors":"Ehab A M Albanna, H. Ahmed, Hanan Aa","doi":"10.13189/UJMSJ.2013.010303","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.13189/UJMSJ.2013.010303","url":null,"abstract":"Background: the proper zinc and copper levels seem very important to our immune system. Due to the association of copper and zinc in many enzymes structures, and also the important role of them in the immune system most of the evaluations have considered copper and zinc together. Objective: To evaluate serum copper and zinc levels in children suffering from pneumonia and its relation to CD34+ cell. Study design: 37 patients (21 males and 16 females)with proven diagnosis of pneumonia these patients were selected as one every three cases admitted to chest unit of Pediatric Department, Zagazig University Hospital during the year 2012,their ages ranging from 6 months to 5 years and 37 healthy children(19 males and 18 females) were studied as control group. Results: WBCs, platelets, C-reactive protein (CRP), erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), neutrophils and lymphocytes were highly significantly higher in patients than controls while hemoglobin, zinc, copper, CD34+ levels were highly significantly lower. There were highly significant positive correlation between CD34 and both copper and zinc levels.Conclusion: Low serum copper and zinc levels may be a contributing factor to the pathophysiology of community acquired pneumonia through its effect on the immune system.","PeriodicalId":307708,"journal":{"name":"Universal Journal of Medical Science","volume":"81 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2013-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"126221889","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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