Publications by authors named "Biruk Demissie Melese"

Background: Cutaneous leishmaniasis (CL) is the most common neglected tropical disease, causing stigmatised skin lesions. It is an important public health concern, with 95% of cases occurring in low-income and middle-income countries. Despite its long-recognized endemicity and psychosocial impacts, it is largely overlooked.

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Background: The Corona virus disease 19 (COVID-19) pandemic is a human tragedy that occurred in this era. It poses an unprecedented psychological, social, economic, and health crisis. The mental health and well-being of entire societies are suffering as a result of this crisis, but the suffering is greater in students at all levels of education and must be addressed immediately.

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Background: Peripheral intravenous cannulas (PIVC) are venous access devices commonly used for the administration of intravenous fluids, drugs, blood products, and parenteral nutrition. Despite its frequent use, it has complications that can seriously threaten patient safety, prolong hospital stays, and increases medical care costs. PIVC complications are associated with increased morbidity and reinsertion attempts are painful and anxiety-provoking for children and their parents.

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  • This study aims to compile and analyze existing research on preterm mortality in East Africa, addressing the inconsistent and inconclusive findings in the current literature.
  • The meta-analysis reviewed 32 articles covering over 21,000 participants, revealing a pooled preterm mortality rate of 19.2%, with increased risks associated with conditions like respiratory distress syndrome and birth asphyxia.
  • The results indicate that preterm mortality remains alarmingly high in East Africa, highlighting the urgent need for improved healthcare interventions in the region.
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