Antioxidant supplementation for sickle cell disease.

Background: Sickle cell disease (SCD) refers to a group of genetic disorders characterized by the presence of an abnormal haemoglobin molecule called haemoglobin S (HbS). When subjected to oxidative stress from low oxygen concentrations, HbS molecules form rigid polymers, giving the red cell the typical sickle shape. Antioxidants have been shown to reduce oxidative stress and improve outcomes in other diseases associated with oxidative stress.

A 5-year review of pattern of placenta previa in Ilorin, Nigeria.

Background: Placenta previa, a major cause of obstetric hemorrhage, is potentially life-threatening to the mother and frequently results in high perinatal morbidity and mortality.

Methodology: This is a retrospective study of all cases of placenta previa managed at the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital over a 5-year from January 2011 to December 2015. A pro forma template was used to harvest information from case notes of patients involved in the study.

Mullerian Agenesis with Primary Amenorrhea: A Case Report of a Normal Phenotypic Female.

Meyer-Rokitansky-Kuster-Hauser syndrome is a rare congenital abnormality occurring sporadically in females. It is the most common cause of primary amenorrhea. Affected persons usually appear normal on physical examination.

Attitudes to female genital mutilation/cutting among male adolescents in Ilorin, Nigeria.

Background: The central role of males in female reproductive health issues in patriarchal societies makes them an important group in the eradication of female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C).

Objective: To determine knowledge about and attitudes to FGM/C among male adolescents, and their preparedness to protect their future daughters from it.

Methods: A cross-sectional survey among male adolescent students in Ilorin, Nigeria.

Missed Diagnosed Bicornuate Unicollis Uterus Presenting As Acute Abdomen.

Uterus bicornuate unicollis is one of the various congenital abnormalities of the female genital tract caused by partial fusion of the mullerian ducts on both sides. A case of acute abdomen resulting from missed diagnosed bicornuate unicollis uterus in a 42-year infertile women was presented. The ultrasonographic diagnosis of twisted complex left adnexial cyst was made prior to exploratory laparotomy.