Microcardia and cardiomegaly screening using postero-anterior chest X-ray (PA CXR) across university students in Ghana - a retrospective study.

Background: Microcardia and cardiomegaly are good diagnostic and prognostic tools for several diseases. This study investigated the distribution of microcardia and cardiomegaly among students of the University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS) in Ghana to determine the prevalence of microcardia and cardiomegaly across gender, and to evaluate the correlation between the presence of these heart conditions and age.

Methods: This retrospective study involved a review of 4519 postero-anterior (PA) chest X-rays (CXRs) between 2020 and 2023.

Equipment downtime in the radiology departments of three teaching hospitals in Ghana.

Introduction: Radiology equipment requires routine maintenance to prevent equipment breakdown. Equipment breakdown can lead to adverse patient outcomes and lost revenue to hospitals. In Ghana, there is a mismatch between the available radiology equipment and requests which may result in frequent breakdown.

Mammography Diagnostic Reference Levels (DRLs) in Ghana.

Introduction: Diagnostic Reference Levels (DRLs) are essential for optimisation in mammography. A local DRL for screen-film mammography has been established in Ghana but none exists for the digital mammography systems. Furthermore, technological advancement is phasing out the use of screen-film mammography and replacing it with digital mammography systems.

An Experimental Intervention Study Assessing the Impact of a Thin Silicone Gel Surface Overlay on Interface Pressure.

Introduction: The incidence of pressure ulcers (PUs) presents a substantial threat to patients, especially geriatric patients, those with restricted mobility, and patients suffering from chronic diseases such as cancer. PUs creates a huge financial burden on healthcare authorities and patients, costing billions to treat and manage. Radiography and radiotherapy patients may experience medical device related (MDR) PUs and studies have shown that high interface pressure (IP) values exist for the head when placed on an X-ray table without a mattress.

A narrative review on pressure ulcer (PU) studies relevant to medical imaging.

Pressure ulcers (PUs) are defined as localised injuries to the skin and/or underlying tissue as a result of pressure or pressure together with shear. PUs present significant health implications to patients; costing billions to manage and/or treat. The burden of PU prevention in hospitals must be the concern of all healthcare professionals, including radiographers.

Compression force variability in mammography in Ghana - A baseline study.

Introduction: Breast compression during mammographic examinations improves image quality and patient management. Several studies have been conducted to assess compression force variability among practitioners in order to establish compression guidelines. However, no such study has been conducted in Ghana.

An audit of MRI machines and services in Ghana.

Introduction: Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a useful medical imaging modality for the diagnosis and management of patients. However, the huge costs associated with establishing and operating MRI means it may not be readily accessible and affordable for hospitals in developing countries. Little is currently known about the availability of MRI machines in Ghana.

Assessing the Use of Standardized Outcome Measures for Stroke Rehabilitation among Physiotherapists in Ghana.

Background: The use of standardized outcome measures is an aspect of good clinical practice and essential to the rehabilitation of patients suffering from stroke. Literature reports regarding the extent of usage of outcome measures in stroke rehabilitation by physiotherapists globally are inconsistent. In addition, the patronage of outcome measures in stroke rehabilitation in low-resourced countries is uncertain.

Esophageal perforation by tilapia fish bone ingestion - A case report.

Introduction: Esophageal perforation (EP) is a rare, severe and challenging surgical emergency which can be caused by several factors. This report presents the case of a patient with EP caused by ingestion of a Tilapia fish bone.

Presentation Of Case: A 41-year-old male patient presented with a six-day history of painful right-sided neck swelling, associated with a progressive dysphagia, regurgitation, fever and chills.

Relationship between physical activity, body mass index (BMI) and lipid profile of students in Ghana.

Introduction: In Ghana, there is no data regarding physical activity habits and lipid profiles of students. Therefore, the aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between physical activities, Body Mass Index (BMI) and lipid profile of students in Ghana.

Methods: Cluster and systematic sampling techniques were employed to recruit 120 students, aged 18 years and above.

Prevalence and predisposing factors of brachial plexus birth palsy in a regional hospital in Ghana: a five year retrospective study.

Introduction: Brachial plexus birth injury is one of the challenges associated with maternal delivery, with varying prevalence between countries. Brachial plexus birth injury poses negative health implications to children and also has socio-economic implications on families and the community as a whole. To treat brachial plexus birth injury, a multi-disciplinary treatment approach is recommended.

An Investigation of Pressure Ulcer Risk, Comfort, and Pain in Medical Imaging.

Introduction: Pressure ulcers present significant trauma to patients and are expensive to manage. In medical imaging (MI), no study has been conducted to rigorously investigate interface pressure (IP) risk on MI table surfaces. IP is defined as the pressure between human body and a supporting surface.

Prevalence of cardiovascular disease risk factors among students of a tertiary institution in Ghana.

Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are listed as one of the main causes of mortality and morbidity by the World Health Organization. The World Heart Federation lists overweight/obesity, blood lipid profile, and blood pressure as some of the modifiable risk factors to developing CVDs. This study sought to determine the prevalence of some of these modifiable risk factors among University of Ghana students.