African Journal of Biomedical Research

Current Issue

Vol. 27 No. 2 (2024)
Published September 21, 2024

The African Journal of biomedical Research is conceived as an academic and professional journal covering all fields within the biomedical sciences, including allied health fields. Articles from the physical sciences and humanities related to the Medical sciences are also within the scope of the journal. The African Journal of Biomedical Research publishes full-length papers, review articles intended to throw light on recent advances in areas within its scope, short communications, rapid communications, and mini-reviews. The journal also carries news on conferences, workshops and products. The guiding principle is consistency.

Research Article

Makhoahle, P.M, Khetsha Z.P. (Author)
183- 185
Ethical Leadership in Health Sciences: A Short Review on Moral Theories Guiding Health Practitioners in South Africa
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.4314/ajbr.v27i2.1
Mosoeu L.G., Rathebe P.C. (Author)
187- 192
Occupational Hazards and Health Risks Among Abattoir Workers: A Narrative Review
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.4314/ajbr.v27i2.2
Asaolu S., Abiona M.M. (Author)
193- 199
Epidemiology and Burden of Cholera in Nigeria
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.4314/ajbr.v27i1.1685
Olofinbiyi, R.O., Ojo, E.F. (Author); Ogidan, O.C. (Author); Ayodeji, G.M., Johnson, A.A. (Author)
201-215
A Systematic Review on Adolescent Contraceptive Usage
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.4314/ajbr.v27i2.4
Adeyemo A.A., Aiki-Raji C.O., Akinniyi O.O., Fagbohun O.A (Author)
217- 224
Molecular Epidemiology of Canine Parvovirus in Nigeria
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.53555/
Mshelia M. B., Zenoh D.A. (Author); Fasogbon I.V., Micheal N.Y. (Author); Obi C. (Author); Adam, M, Nuhu T. (Author)
225-241
Antibacterial Resistance Genes Frequently Detected in Nigeria
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.4314/ajbr.v27i2.6
Yakudima I.I. (Author); Adamu Y.M., Samat N. (Author); Mohammed M.U., Abdulkarim I.I., Hassan N.I. (Author)
243- 251
Geospatial Analysis of Malaria Prevalence among Children Under Five Years in Jigawa State, North West, Nigeria
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.4314/ajbr.v27i2.7
Adetona M.O., Omotere D.S., Olulana D.I. , Ogundoyin O.O. (Author)
253-260
Dermatoglyphics of Children Diagnosed with Inguino-Genital Swelling Compared with their Biological Parents
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.4314/ajbr.v27i2.8
Makobe K., Fernandes L., Oguntibeju O.O. (Author)
261- 269
Sexually transmitted infections and HIV Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices amongst first-year students at a University Setting in South Africa
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.4314/ajbr.v27i2.9
Onwumere, I.G., Ogbonnaya, N.P., Okoronkwo, I.L. (Author)
271- 276
Effects of Blended and Lecture Teaching Methods on Students’ Academic Performance in Research Methodology in Two Basic Schools of Nursing in Enugu State, South East Nigeria
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.4314/ajbr.v27i2.10
Okoli, A.O., Ogbonnaya, N.P., Okoronkwo, I.L., Ani, P.N., IhudiebubeSplendor C.N., Chikeme, P.C. (Author)
277- 285
Effect of Supportive Education on Knowledge and Practice of Kangaroo-Mother-Care in Pre-term and Low-Birth-Weight Babies Management in Selected Communities in Enugu State, Southeastern Nigeria
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.4314/ajbr.v27i2.11
Brown V.B., Elemese P.O. (Author)
287- 294
Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Primary Health Care Providers on Children Tuberculosis Control in Ibadan, Nigeria
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.4314/ajbr.v27i2.12
Agwagu, N.Z., Okoronkwo I.L. (Author); Chinweuba, A.U. (Author); Nnamdi N. (Author)
295- 303
Effect of Mobile-Based Video Teaching Method on Students Learning Outcome on Female Catheterization among Nursing Students at Two Schools in Enugu, Nigeria
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.4314/ajbr.v27i2.13
Onifade A.A., Rahamon S.K., Arinola O.G. (Author)
305- 308
Plasma Levels of Vitamin D and C-Reactive Protein in Adult Nigerians with COVID-19
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.4314/ajbr.v27i2.14
Adindu E.A., Godfrey, C.O., Odey, M.O., Agwupuye E.I., Abu, C.I., Odok E..A., Odok A.O., Dan F.A. (Author)
309- 316
Effects of a Local Aphrodisiac on Body Weight Changes, LD50, Lipid Profile, Liver Enzymes and Antioxidant Activities in Male Wistar rats
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.4314/ajbr.v27i2.15
Alalor C.A., Avbunudiogba J.A., Taigbenu P.E., Ugoeze K.C. (Author)
317-323
GC-FID Quantification of Phytochemicals and Radical Scavenging Potentials of Nanosuspension of Annona muricata leaf extract
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.4314/ajbr.v27i2.16
Ike, C.C., Emeka-Ike P.C., Ogwuegbu, H.O., Omende K., Nnadi P.U. (Author)
325- 329
Fungal Profile and Pathogenicity Indices Associated with Cucumber Fruits in Aba, Southeastern Nigeria
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.4314/ajbr.v27i2.17
Adejumobi O.A. (Author); Fawole O., Omotosho O.O., Hamzat A.A., Olakojo T.A. (Author); Ofua M.1, Wirtu G., Oyagbemi A.A (Author); Omobowale T.O., Morenikeji O. (Author)
331- 334
Electrocardiographic Study of Rescued White-bellied Pangolins (Phataginus tricuspis) Immobilized with Xylazine Combination
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.4314/ajbr.v27i2.18
Asuku A.O., Ayinla M.T., Ajibare A.J., , Saliu S.B., Ogungbangbe G.O., Abejide M., Awoyale O. (Author)
335- 342
Ameliorative Effect of Vitamin C and N-Acetyl cysteine on Mercury chloride-induced Neurotoxicity in Male Wistar Rats
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.4314/ajbr.v27i2.19
Kayode A.D., Adetunji O.A. (Author)
343- 348
Compression and Release Properties of Two-Step Modified Rice Starch and Lactose Blends in Paracetamol Tablet Formulations
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.4314/ajbr.v27i2.20
Orie K.J., Okocha B.I. (Author)
349- 357
In vitro Anti-microbial and Free Radical Scavenging Activity of Zinc(II), Copper(II), Cobalt(II) and Cadmium(II) Ions Coordinated with N-(pyridin-4-yl)(tolu-4-yl) sulphonamide
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.4314/ajbr.v27i2.21
Ajileye A.S., *Ajileye A.B., Emokpae A.M. (Author)
359- 366
Serum Levels of Some Essential Trace Elements in Patients with Osteoarthritis
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.4314/ajbr.v27i2.22
Abdullahi H., Mustapha M., Mohammed B. (Author)
367- 375
Assessment of Medical Waste Management and Practices in Maiduguri Metropolis, Borno State, Northeast Nigeria
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.4314/ajbr.v27i2.23
Anyachukwu C.C., Aronu P.C., Aronu M., Amarah C.C., Ajare E.C. (Author)
377- 381
Musculoskeletal Related Disorders among Electrical Employees in Southeast, Nigeria
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.4314/ajbr.v27i2.24
Odunaiya N.A., Odole A., Ajayi O.S., Ojo J.O., Adesanya T.B., Ushe B., Oguntibeju O.O. (Author)
383-388
A Qualitative Study of Satisfaction with Physiotherapy Care of Individuals with Low Back Pain at a Tertiary Hospital in South-West Nigeria
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.4314/ajbr.v27i2.25
Onyeugo C.M., Ejeta K.O., Azeez T.O., Ekuma I.C. (Author)
389- 395
Effects of Silver Nanoparticle Modified Corchorus olitorius (Jute) Leaf Extract on Blood Sugar and Lipid Profile of Diabetic Wistar
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.4314/ajbr.v27i2.26
Osuorahh, C.S., Okoronkwo, I., Maduakolam, I., Nwaneri, A.C., Chinweuba, A.U., Madu, O. (Author)
397- 406
Effectiveness of Midwife-led Structured Education Intervention on Optimal Breastfeeding Knowledge among Primigravid Women in Nigeria: a Randomised Control Trial
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.4314/ajbr.v27i27
Odey M.O., Mgbe P.T., Adindu E.A., Osim M.E., Ofutet E.O., Ibor M.E., Osoro B., Waithanji R., Itam E.H., Omoriri M.A (Author)
407- 414
Seasonal Assessment of Pollution Status, Bioaccumulation and Potential Human Health Risk of Heavy Metals in Shrimps (Penaeus monodon) and Water from the Great Kwa River in Calabar, Nigeria
DOI: https://doi.org/10.53555/
Hamidu L.J. (Author); Yakubu A., Ochayi O.M. (Author)
415- 420
Effect of Acute Noise Stress on Cognitive Performance and Lipid Peroxidation in Young Wistar Rats
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.4314/ajbr.v27i29
Isibor C.N., Jemikalajah D.J., Emegha J.A., Ezie, E. (Author)
421- 424
Isolation and Sensitivity Patterns of Pseudomonas aeruginosa from Nonclinical Samples
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.4314/ajbr.v27i.30
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