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Prevalence of Modifiable Risk Factors among Acute Coronary Syndrome Patients in a Tertiary Care Hospital

I. Mariraj, M. Naveen Kumar, N. S. Ani Rubitha & R. Rameshwar · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Background and Objectives: Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) is one of the major causes for mortality and morbidity among the cardiovascular diseases in India. In this study the modifiable risk factors leading to ACS are considered and its prevalence in a Tertiary care hospital is st...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i47B33181

Prevalence of Intestinal Parasitic Infestations among Children in a Tertiary Care Centre

J. S. Danish, P. Vasanth & V. Subramanian · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Introduction: Intestinal parasitic infestations are more common in developing countries and an important cause of morbidity in pediatric age group. It causes abdominal pain, diarrhoea, anemia, impaired cognitive function, growth retardation and poor academic performance among sch...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i47B33197

The Prevalence, Intensity and Risk Factors of Gastrointestinal Parasitic Infections in Outpatients in Bafoussam II, West Region, Cameroon

Yannick Duclair Tchinde, Lem Edith Abongwa, Fotsing David & Ntonifor Helen Ngum · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2021

Background: Gastrointestinal parasitic infections remain a public health problem in tropical and subtropical countries. This study aimed at assessing the prevalence and density of gastrointestinal parasites and to identify the risk factors of their transmission. Methodology: A ho...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijtdh/2021/v42i1530519

To Assess the Prevalence of Bacterial Vaginosis among Women in Selected Rural Areas

Snehal N. Dhobe & Manjusha Mahakarkar · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Bacterial vaginosis is condition in which abnormal vaginal discharge can cause. Due to this sexually transmitted diseases are causing in the women. In the bacterial vaginosis there is an imbalance in the vaginal acidity the pH becomes more than 5 the bacteria becomes overgrowth a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i47A33027

Prevalence of Hypertension among Traders in International Market on Orlu Local Government of Imo State

E. Ibebuike Julia, Bienose Gloria Lucy, J. Ogoke Ogechukwu & Nwagwu Adanma Solomon · Asian Journal of Research in Nursing and Health · 2021

The study dwelt on practice of prevalence of hypertension among traders in international market in Orlu Local Government Area of Imo State. The study adopted a descriptive design with a population of 300 traders and all 300 for data collection. The researcher developed three rese...

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Prevalence of Nutritional Anemia and Its Causes among Adolescent Girls

Sonal Dhobe & Seema Singh · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Background: Nutritional anemia is a disorder that cause due to a lack of one or more vital nutrients, such as iron, protein, vitamin B12, and other vitamins and minerals. In this condition hemoglobin content in the blood is lower than usual. Nutritional anemia has been described...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i46B32965

A Study to Assess the Knowledge and Prevalence of Dialysis Induced Hypertension

Jineta Suthar & Daksha Yadav · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

By knowing the level of knowledge of patients about risk factors of dialysis induced hypertension, we will be able to be aware that the patients reduce the risk factor affecting dialysis induced hypertension patients undergoing maintenance hemodialysis. So, the objective of the s...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i46B32959

Prevalence and Knowledge of Tuberculosis among HIV Patients Accessing Care at Abia State University Teaching Hospital, Nigeria

E. C. Iwuoha · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2021

Background: TB infection is one of the leading causes of death among HIV patients because of  the burden of TB HIV co-infection on the immunity of affected persons. Estimation of the prevalence of TB among these clients will enhance screening, early diagnosis and treatment. In ad...

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Assessment of Prescription Pattern Prescribed to Patients Affected by Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Cross Sectional Health Survey Conducted in Different Hospitals of Bangladesh

Zannatul Marzia, Shahin Sarkar, Md. Emran Hossain, Sadia Jahan & Md. Arafat Hussain · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Introduction: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a systemic autoimmune disease that affects the joints with variable degrees of severity depending on the patient. As it is a chronic disease and patients have to go through medication for a long period of time, choosing the proper drug i...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i46A32884

A Study to Assess Prevalence of Nocturnal Enuresis and Its Associated Factor among School Going Children in Selected Rural Areas of Vadodara

Nirali Soni, Rupal Patel, Jenisha Patel, Hetavi Patel, Hemali Patel & Harsh Patel · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Background: Nocturnal enuresis, also called bedwetting, is involuntary urination while asleep after the age at which bladder control usually begins. Bedwetting in children and adults can result in emotional stress. Little is known about toilet training in pre-modern societies, bu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i46A32869

Prevalence and Associated Risk Factors of Hypertension among Adults (40 Years and Above) in the Tano North District of the Ahafo Region, Ghana

Issah Sumaila, Mubarick Nungbaso Asumah & Rosaline Bierema Dassah · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2021

Introduction: Increased prevalence of hypertension (HTN) has been attributed to commonly known risk factors such as obesity, low level of nutritional knowledge, lack of exercise, alcohol intake, and tobacco use. Objective: The objective of this study is to determine the prevalenc...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2021/v19i1030382

Prevalence of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Pre-Diabetes Using HbA1c

Maryam Fatima, Zainab Ali & Zubia Zafar · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Introduction: Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a group of metabolic diseases depicted by crippled insulin release by the pancreas and insulin resistance of body tissues.  Objectives: The main objective of the study is to analyse the prevalence of type 2 diabetes mellitus and pr...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i45A32768

Prevalence and Pathophysiology of Pediatric Urolithiasis - A Review

Ahmed Abdelsamie Fadl, Zakiah Esmail Pasha, Abdulaziz Adel Abanumay, Albatool Mohammad Baz, Lena Mohammed Noor Hariri, A. Alghamdi, Abdullah Hussain, M. Alruwaili, Saleh Alshami, H. Alanazi, Yousef Mukhlef, Z. Albaqami, Khalaf Nahedh, Mohammed Adel Ezzat, Dana Khalid Alabdulqader & Waad Mohammed Mohsen · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Urolithiasis is a condition in which hard deposits made of salts and minerals are accumulated inside the kidneys. A lot of studies demonstrated adult urolithiasis but studies on pediatric urolithiasis is still scarce. Studies had shown that pediatric urolithiasis prevalence is pr...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i45A32738

Prevalence of Anaemia among Pregnant Women in the First Antenatal Care (ANC) Clinic Visit in St. Mary's Hospital Okpoga, Okpokwu Local Government Area, Benue State, Nigeria

P. N. Atser, E. B. Iorliam, M. Ochogwu, J. Ondoma & S. Wuam · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2021

Aims: The study was carried out to determine the prevalence of anaemia among pregnant women attending St. Mary's Hospital Okpoga, Benue State, Nigeria, with respect to demographic factors, socio-economic and underlying medical determinants among pregnant women. Methodology: A ret...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijtdh/2021/v42i1330509

Hypertension in the Adult Population in Côte d’Ivoire: Prevalence and Associated Factors

Ekra Kouadio Daniel, Okoubo Guillaume, Orsot Tetchi & Ekou Kokora Franck · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2021

Objectives: To estimate the current national prevalence of hypertension and to identify associated factors, in a context of increasing cardiovascular diseases and rampant urbanization in Côte d'Ivoire. Methodology: This was a secondary analysis of data from the survey on the prev...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijtdh/2021/v42i1330508