Publications by authors named "Eric Cibambo Cirhuza"
Epidemiology and clinical characteristics of acute malnutrition among under-5 children attending a rural hospital in the Democratic Republic of Congo: a cross-sectional study.
Rodrigue Fikiri Bavurhe Bilal Ahmad Farheen Naaz Malik Olatunde Oduoye Excellent Rugendabanga Eric Cibambo Cirhuza
Ann Med Surg (Lond)
August 2024
Article Synopsis
- Acute malnutrition is a significant public health issue in the Democratic Republic of Congo, especially impacting children under 5, with a high prevalence (25%) identified in a recent study.
- The most affected age group is between 13 and 24 months, predominantly males, with Kwashiorkor being the most common type, presenting symptoms like abdominal bloating, weight loss, diarrhea, and vomiting.
- While 10.1% of the cases resulted in death, 89.9% recovered, highlighting the need for effective management, as therapeutic milk showed positive results in treatment outcomes.