Rebalancing the research equation in Africa: principles and process.

Background: Many examples of research excellence in Africa have been driven by partnerships led by the global North and have involved localised infrastructure improvements to support the best of international research practice.

Objective: In this article, we explore a possible mechanism by which local research networks, appropriately governed, could begin to support national African research programmes by allying research delivery to clinical service.

Summary: This article explores the concept that sustainable research effort needs a well-trained and mentored workforce, working to common standards, but which is practically supported by a much developed information technology (IT) infrastructure throughout the continent.

Should azathioprine and 5-aminosalicylates be coprescribed in inflammatory bowel disease?: an audit of adverse events and outcome.

Background: An interaction between azathioprine and 5-aminosalicylates may exist, but the mechanism remains unclear.

Objectives: To investigate the occurrence of adverse events and efficacy of azathioprine with or without mesalazine.

Method: Retrospective study of 199 patients.