American Journal of Biomedical and Life Sciences

Volume 9, Issue 2, April 2021

  • Protective and Curative Potentials of Sida corymbosa Extract Against Antioxidant Depletion in Rats Administered Carbon Tetrachloride

    Charles Chijioke Dike, Francis Chukwuemeka Ezeonu, Chinenye Enoch Oguazu, Emmanuel Nonso Ezeokafor, Hugh Clifford Chima Maduka, Aloysius Ngozika Okpogba, Akpoghene Eyeghre Onoriode, Sunday Jacob Asebioyo, Emilia Chika Nwankwo, Ebelechukwu Nwaoma Ihekwoaba, Aronu Cecilia Nkechi

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 2, April 2021
    Pages: 97-110
    Received: 27 May 2020
    Accepted: 15 June 2020
    Published: 4 March 2021
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    Abstract: Sida corymbosa plant is one of medicinal plants used in many parts of Africa, including Nigeria for the treatment of human diseases. The purpose of this work was to investigate the antioxidant effects of Sida corymbosa ethanolic leaf extract on rats administered carbon tetrachloride (CCl4). One hundred and sixty male-rats between 170-180 g were use... Show More
  • Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Mothers Toward Immunization of Their Infants in Shashemene Referral Hospital, West Arsi Zone, Oromia Regional State, Ethiopia

    Yonas Gurmu, Gada Edea, Eniyewu Molla, Dirriba Tari, Elifitu Lamesa, Elsa Belay

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 2, April 2021
    Pages: 111-119
    Received: 21 February 2021
    Accepted: 16 April 2021
    Published: 29 April 2021
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    Abstract: Background: Ethiopian was able to expand the immunization service by introducing new vaccines into the country routine immunization program that increased the number of antigens from 10 to 12. Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI) is one of the key programs in World Health Organization (WHO) Ethiopia under the Maternal, Child Health and Nutrition ... Show More
  • Assessment of Parasites and Bacterial Contamination of Office Door Handles in Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State

    Pauline Ukamaka Umeanaeto, Ugochukwu Chukwuma Okafor, Miracle Chisom Unam, Chidiogo Chidimma Ilo, Chukwudinma Chigozie Okoli, Stella Chinyere Afulukwe, Nnamdi Enoch Nwakoby

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 2, April 2021
    Pages: 120-127
    Received: 11 March 2021
    Accepted: 19 April 2021
    Published: 29 April 2021
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    Abstract: Microorganisms are present on all surfaces, to which they were carried by many direct and indirect methods of transmission. Bacteria and Parasites contaminating office door handles in Nnamdi Azikiwe University were assessed between June and November, 2019. The buildings and the door handles were randomly selected. Sterile swabs moistened in sterile... Show More
  • Treating Open Fracture of Lower One Third of Tibia by Ilizarov Technique: A Study in a Tertiary Care Hospital of Bangladesh

    Erfanul Huq Siddiqui, Sheikh Forhad, Md Shamsul Alam, Jannat Sultana, MAA Shameem

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 2, April 2021
    Pages: 128-132
    Received: 20 March 2021
    Accepted: 2 April 2021
    Published: 30 April 2021
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    Abstract: Introduction: Illizarov technique is a newer but popular method of treating open tibial fractures after debridement and open reduction. Illizarov method has many advantages and features. On the other hand, open fracture of lower one third of tibia is a common occurrence in the orthopedic treatment arena. Open fractures of tibia are classified into ... Show More