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International Journal of Pathogen Research

Published by SCIENCEDOMAIN international · ISSN (electronic) 2582-3876

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Prevalence of Vulvovaginal Candidiasis among Outpatients Attending the Federal Medical Centre, Onitsha, Southeastern Nigeria

Chidimma Maryrose Ezeuko, Onyekachukwu Izuchukwu Udemezue, Chukwuemeka Marcellinus Ezeuko & Glory Chinecherem Uzoigwe · International Journal of Pathogen Research · 2025

Vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC) is a prevalent gynecological infection causing significant morbidity among women of reproductive age. The emergence of non-albicans Candida (NAC) species, some of which exhibit intrinsic resistance to common antifungals such as fluconazole, complica...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpr/2025/v14i6423

Salmonella enterica Encoding blaNDM Isolated at Saint-Camille Hospital in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso

Lionel Eliada Benoit Bambara, Amana Metuor Dabire, Nicolas Ouédraogo, Damis Yves Patrik BOUNIOUNOU, Olawoumi Fabrice KOUTA, Rabietou NIKIEMA, Olivia Rhaina BADINI & Jacques Simporé · International Journal of Pathogen Research · 2025

Introduction: Salmonella enterica is a zoonotic pathogen of concern to human and animal health worldwide. Salmonellosis is responsible for significant morbidity and mortality and has a considerable global socioeconomic impact. With the aim of eradicating Salmonellosis caused by S...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpr/2025/v14i6422

Seasonal Dynamics of Salmonella Contamination and Physicochemical Quality of Borehole Water in Selected Suburban Communities of Rivers State, Nigeria

J. Alexander, S.A, Wemedo, T. Sampson & L.P. Peekate · International Journal of Pathogen Research · 2025

Salmonella-related waterborne infections remain a major global health concern, especially due to wet seasons pollutants runoff, highlighting the need for regular monitoring of borehole water quality and safety. The study aimed at determining the seasonal dynamics of Salmonella co...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpr/2025/v14i6421

Analysis of Upper and Lower Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (Colonoscopy) among Patients Seeking Health Care Services at a Private Hospital in Western Kenya, (2020 to 2024)

Raymond Oigara, Roselyne Nyakona David & Samuel Mong’are · International Journal of Pathogen Research · 2025

Background and Objective: This retrospective descriptive study evaluated diagnostic data from 5,544 patients who underwent esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) and colonoscopy between March 2020 and March 2024 at a private hospital, Kisii County, Kenya. The study aimed at evaluating...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpr/2025/v14i6420

Antiplasmodial and Hematolipid Restorative Effects of Azadiracta indica Leaf Extract in Plasmodium berghei-Infected Swiss Albino Mice

Ajakpofo F.O., Ubaoji, K.I., Onuegbu M.E., Onuorah, J.O. & Anyanwu, R. O. · International Journal of Pathogen Research · 2025

Malaria remains a major public health burden in tropical and subtropical regions, with persistent challenges of drug resistance and associated hematological and metabolic complications. This study investigated the antiplasmodial and hematolipid restorative effects of hydroethanol...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpr/2025/v14i6418

Prevalence and Association of Chlamydia trachomatis and HIV Infections among Symptomatic and Asymptomatic Patients in Owerri, Nigeria

Ernest Chibuike Ohanu, Joel Burabari Konne & Golda Lugesi Ezeh · International Journal of Pathogen Research · 2025

Background: Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) pose a significant public health threat, with a well-established synergistic relationship between Chlamydia trachomatis and the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). This co-infection enhances the transmission and severity of both...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpr/2025/v14i6417

Different Time Regimes in Coronavirus Binding and Infectivity Mean that Time is of the Essence

Ikechukwu Iloh Udema · International Journal of Pathogen Research · 2025

Researchers have focused on time-dependent infectivity, exploring specimens from patients in hospitals and cell lines in in vitro studies; less attention is given to time regimes before infection and early viral load peaks. The theoretical study aims to address the period of time...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpr/2025/v14i6416

The Nosocomial-Environmental Nexus of Acinetobacter Species in Nigeria: A Narrative Review of Prevalence, Resistance, and Public Health Implications

Mujahid Musa, Saratu Bashir Aminu & Katimu Yusuf · International Journal of Pathogen Research · 2025

Background: Acinetobacter, a World Health Organization critical-priority pathogen, exemplifies the challenge of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), particularly in healthcare settings. The ‘One Health’ framework emphasizes that hospital ecosystems are closely linked to the external e...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpr/2025/v14i6415

Bacteria Contamination of Some Selected Seafoods in Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Amadi-Wali, Owhorchukwu, Allwell Sunny Njigwum & Giami, Lynda Kadi · International Journal of Pathogen Research · 2025

Seafood, which is an important source of protein in many diets around the world, especially in coastal areas, when harvested from polluted water harbours pathogenic organisms, resulting in food poisoning, which negatively impacts human health as well as the economy. The paper aim...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpr/2025/v14i6414

Comparative Evaluation of ELISA and PCR for Chlamydia trachomatis Diagnosis in HIV Patients: Implications for Screening in Resource-limited Settings

Ernest Chibuike Ohanu, Rhoda Nwalozie & Chidimma Anthonia Azike · International Journal of Pathogen Research · 2025

Background: Chlamydia trachomatis, a prevalent and often asymptomatic global STI, leads to severe reproductive health complications if undiagnosed. Accurate diagnosis is vital for control, but cost and infrastructure limit highly sensitive NAATs like PCR in resource-constrained s...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpr/2025/v14i6413