Background: Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection remains a significant global health problem, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa, where it contributes substantially to maternal and neonatal morbidity. There is an increased risk of vertical transmission and other adverse events from...
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Research Article10.9734/irjgh/2026/v9i1142
Background: Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection is a significant public health challenge in Nigeria, contributing heavily to chronic liver disease, including cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma. While recent data is emerging, national estimates indicate a varied, often underrepo...
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Research Article10.9734/irjgh/2026/v9i1141
Tramadol, a synthetic opioid analgesic, is frequently misused for non-medical purposes, resulting in several adverse effects, including pancreatic toxicity. The pancreas, due to its dual exocrine and endocrine functions, is highly vulnerable to drug-induced oxidative stress and i...
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Research Article10.9734/irjgh/2026/v9i1140
Background: Obesity is a chronic condition described as excessive fat accumulation, which has the potential to severely impact one’s health. It develops through a combination of several factors such as genetics, metabolic conditions, diet, physical activity and much more. The rat...
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Research Article10.9734/irjgh/2026/v9i1139
Background: Diarrheal diseases continue to constitute challenges to public health globally, with children under five years in underdeveloped and developing countries being the most affected. Aim: The current study aimed to determine the pathogenic bacterial and protozoan agents a...
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Research Article10.9734/irjgh/2026/v9i1138
Background: Obesity is a major public health challenge associated with numerous chronic conditions, including diabetes, polycystic ovarian syndrome(PCOS), hypertension, stroke, gastroesophageal reflux disease( GERD), metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD...
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Research Article10.9734/irjgh/2026/v9i1137
Background: Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection is a major public health concern and is strongly associated with various gastrointestinal (GI) disorders, including gastritis, peptic ulcer disease, and gastric cancer. Aim: This study aimed to determine the prevalence of H. p...
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Research Article10.9734/irjgh/2026/v9i1136
Background: Gastrointestinal (GIT) bleeding in children is a common but potentially serious condition with diverse etiologies that vary between regions. Endoscopy remains the cornerstone for diagnosis and management. This study evaluates the epidemiological characteristics, etiol...
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Research Article10.9734/irjgh/2025/v8i1135
Background: Helicobacter pylori is one of the most common bacterial infections worldwide, affecting up to 75% of the population, and is a major cause of upper gastrointestinal diseases, including gastric cancer. Effective eradication is crucial to prevent disease progression and...
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Research Article10.9734/irjgh/2025/v8i1134
McHenry Stephen, Obed Joy Mesan, Kumbugu Dan-Barry Ashlameh, China Wolbe, Oguchukwku Harry Ifeacho, Augustine Enenche, Bello Adabe, Duguru Mary, Felix Agnes Uduh, Abdulrahaman Adelodun Lukman, Okpe Mathew, Udeh Eberechukwu Njideka, Job Luvo Alphia, Yahaya Baba Adamu, Okeke Edith & Malu A.O·International Research Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology·2025
Background: Helicobacter pylori is seroprevalent globally (about half of the world). It’s a cause of both gastric and extra-gastric conditions. Nigeria has one of the highest prevalences in the world. Demonstrating the presence of an active organism is very important, as not all...
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Research Article10.9734/irjgh/2025/v8i1133