A. I. Frank-Briggs

Cerebral Palsy among Children Seen in University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital: Aetiologies and Comorbidities

N. Gabriel-Job, A. I. Frank-Briggs & S. Douglas · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2022

Introduction: Cerebral palsy (CP) is a common neurologic disorder, particularly in the developing countries where the aetiological factors are preventable. The aim of this study is to determine the pattern of Cerebral palsy among children in Port Harcourt. Methods: A one year ret...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jammr/2022/v34i531304

Febrile Convulsions among Children Admitted in University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital, Rivers State, Nigeria

N. Gabriel-Job & A. I. Frank-Briggs · Asian Journal of Research and Reports in Neurology · 2020

Introduction: Febrile convulsion is defined as seizures occurring in children with fever in the absence of any brain pathology. It is usually a frightening experience for the caregivers and parents who in the bid to stop the seizure can apply harmful substances on the child befor...

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Cerebrovascular Disease in Children with Sickle Cell Disease: Is There Any Need for Iron Therapy?

I. O. George & A. I. Frank-Briggs · International Blood Research & Reviews · 2015

Background: Iron deficiency is a common problem affecting children world-wide. It has been recognized to have an association with stroke. The aim of this study was to evaluate the prevalence of iron deficiency anaemia among children with sickle cell anaemia with cerebrovascular a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IBRR/2015/18154