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African Journal of Tropical Medicine and Biomedical Research | %b %2025

Blood pressure and associated risk factors of hypertension in patients attending a Family Medicine Clinic in Delta State, Nigeria.

Eguono Marian Ebereghwa, Dr Omonigho Gloria Orhe , Prof Blaise Ebiringa Anyanwu

Introduction : Hypertension is a significant public health issue globally. In recent times, its prevalence in Nigeria is experiencing an upsurge due to the increase in the risk factors associated...

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African Journal of Tropical Medicine and Biomedical Research | %b %2025

Socio-economic and Clinical Correlates amongst Hypertensive Patients utilizing Complementary and Alternative Medicines (CAM) in A Tertiary Health Institution in Niger Delta, Nigeria.

Francis Afamefuna, Dr. Yovwin D. G., Dr. Anyanwu E. B.

Introduction : World over, patronage of CAM products is on the increase, even when more potent conventional therapies with less side effects are continually being researched and produced. This...

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African Journal of Tropical Medicine and Biomedical Research | %b %2019

Profile of Blood Pressure Control and Other Comorbidities Among Medical Outpatients Attending A University Teaching Hospital, South-South Nigeria

Dr Ejiroghene Martha Umuerri, Ohaju-Obodo JO, Aiwuyo HO, Aigbe FI

Background: Hypertension is the commonest non-communicable diseases worldwide. Patients suffering from this condition may also have other co-morbidities. Aim: To show the profile of...

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African Journal of Tropical Medicine and Biomedical Research | %b %2026

Beliefs And Perceptions Of Hypertensive Patients Regarding Socio-Cultural Factors On Blood Pressure Control In Two Rural Communities Of Ekiti State: An Exploratory Qualitative Study

Azeez Ibrahim, Olagoke ERINOMO, Gbadebo Oladimeji AJANI, Ibrahim Sebutu BELLO, Ayodele Kamaldeen ALABI, Oluwafunmilayo Adenike OGUNTOYE, Olanrewaju Olawale MUSBAU, Kayode Rasaq ADEWOYE, Felix Archibong, Afiong Oboko OKU, Ndifreke UDONWA, Omotayo Folorunsho AFOLAYAN

Introduction: Achieving optimal blood pressure control remains a challenge, especially in rural setting and could be due to sociocultural factors influencing patient's beliefs and biomedical...

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African Journal of Tropical Medicine and Biomedical Research | %b %2022

Chronic Venous Leg Ulcers: A Narrative Review

Dr. Otene CI, Dr. Akpo EE, Dr. Uchendu JO, Dr. Odion-Obomhense HK, Dr. Sefia ET, Dr. Ikubor JE, Dr. Oriakhi SN, Dr. Orugbo VP, Dr. Odatuwa-Omagbemi DO, Dr. Obanovwe CE

Background: Chronic venous leg ulcers are known to be very common and debilitating. Treatment is arduous and recurrence rates are high. The prevalence of chronic venous disease (CVD),...

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