Publications by authors named "B A Etim"
Article Synopsis
- - This study examined how the fermentation time of white lima beans affects their nutritional quality, revealing that longer fermentation increases protein and mineral content while decreasing fiber and fat levels.
- - Optimal nutrient increases were found at 24 hours of fermentation, showing significant boosts in β-carotene, and vitamins B2 and B3, while antinutritional factors like phytate and tannins decreased.
- - The research highlights that fermentation improves digestibility and functional properties of lima beans, making them more appealing for nutrition enhancement and food product development, particularly in rural communities.
Pediatric Corneal Transplantation in Uyo, Nigeria: Early Experiences.
Niger J Clin Pract
November 2023
The burden of avoidable blindness from corneal disease is significantly higher where access to specialist eye care, the cost of treatment and the treatment infrastructure including eye banking, are beyond the reach of the impoverished masses. Corneal transplantation in children is challenging: it is more technically complex; patients often require multiple examinations under general anaesthesia to optimize treatment outcomes. There is also the increased risk of several complications including graft dehiscence, infection, rejection, and inappropriate patient or caregiver care.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is an important cause of childhood blindness worldwide. This blindness is avoidable through regular screening of preterm infants and prompt intervention for those with the condition.
Aims/objectives: This study aimed to determine the pattern of presentation of ROP and the risk factors for its development among preterm infants in the Neonatal Unit of the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital, Calabar, Nigeria.
Background: Occupational predisposition to dry eye disease is known. Simultaneous exposure to multiple factors may pose more risk. Street sweepers are exposed to sunlight in addition to dust which all sweepers are exposed to.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjective: To assess the level of satisfaction of patients who access the Ophthalmic counselling services anchored by trained social workers of the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital, Calabar, Nigeria.
Methods: A cross-sectional study of serial consenting participants was done. Ethical approval was obtained from the University of Calabar Teaching hospitals' ethics committee.