Publications by authors named "Getachew Mesfin Bambo"
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- * A study conducted at Mizan Tepi University Teaching Hospital from September to November 2023 with 230 pregnant women revealed a 24.35% prevalence of thrombocytopenia, categorized into mild, moderate, and severe cases.
- * Key factors linked to thrombocytopenia included malaria, short inter-birth intervals, history of abortion, hypertension, HIV, and HBV infection, highlighting the need for awareness and preventive measures.
Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), the most common type of liver cancer, is a major global health problem, ranking as the third leading cause of cancer-related death worldwide. Early identification and diagnosis of HCC requires the discovery of reliable biomarkers. Therefore, the study aimed to assess the diagnostic accuracy of miRNAs for HCC.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: At the end of 2022, globally, only 46% of children (aged 0-14 years) on ART had suppressed viral loads. Viral load suppression is crucial to reduce HIV-related deaths. To suppress the viral load at the expected level, children must be retained in ART treatment.
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- - The study aimed to determine the prevalence of hepatitis B and C viruses among waste handlers in Ethiopia, a group at high risk for these infections, considering their potential exposure to contaminated materials.
- - Out of 116 articles reviewed, 8 were selected for meta-analysis, revealing a pooled prevalence of 5.07% for hepatitis B and 1.46% for hepatitis C among these workers, with a significant number (33.98%) having lifetime exposure to hepatitis B.
- - The findings indicate an intermediate level of hepatitis B and moderate level of hepatitis C prevalence among Ethiopian waste handlers, highlighting the urgent need for improved preventive measures against these viruses in this high-risk occupation.
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- Acinetobacter baumannii is a significant antibiotic-resistant pathogen, especially known for causing biofilm-associated infections in healthcare settings, and is classified as a "red-alert" pathogen requiring urgent attention for new antibiotics.
- A systematic review analyzed 862 studies, ultimately focusing on 26 studies that involved 2,123 clinical isolates, revealing that 65.63% were capable of producing biofilms, which enhances their antibiotic resistance.
- The prevalence of biofilm-producing strains is notably high in studies published after 2014 (66.31%), particularly in the Western Pacific region (76.17%) and Asia (66.22%).
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- Diabetes is a significant public health issue, especially in low- and middle-income countries, where over 75% of cases occur; prediabetes significantly increases the risk of developing diabetes.
- A systematic review of studies from East Africa found a prediabetes prevalence of 12.58%, with urban populations showing twice the prevalence of rural areas.
- Key factors associated with prediabetes include older age and hypertension, emphasizing the need for targeted health interventions in vulnerable populations.
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- The study focuses on the prevalence of asymptomatic malaria among pregnant women in Ethiopia, as there are no national estimates available.
- Researchers gathered data from various electronic resources and analyzed it using statistical methods to determine the pooled prevalence rates.
- The findings revealed a high prevalence of asymptomatic malaria, notably linked to factors like stagnant water proximity, non-use of insecticide-treated nets, lack of indoor residual spraying, and the presence of pregnant women in the area.
Background: COVID-19 is a rapidly emerging global health threat and economic disaster. The epidemiology and outcomes of COVID-19 patients in Ethiopia are scarce. Thus, the present study aimed to assess clinical profiles, epidemiological characteristics, and treatment outcomes of patients with COVID-19 and to identify determinants of the disease outcome among COVID-19 patients in North-eastern Ethiopia.
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- Hyperuricemia is a significant health concern for individuals with type 2 diabetes, leading to increased risks of diabetes complications and cardiovascular diseases, as well as poor overall prognosis.
- A systematic review and meta-analysis was performed to determine the prevalence of hyperuricemia among type 2 diabetes patients in Africa, utilizing various electronic databases for relevant studies and employing thorough statistical analysis methods.
- The findings revealed a 27.28% overall prevalence of hyperuricemia in African type 2 diabetic patients, with the highest rates in Central Africa (33.72%) and similar rates for both male (28.20%) and female (28.02%) patients, highlighting the need for regular health screenings.
Background: Anemia is highly prevalent globally and disproportionately affects postnatal women. It is a significant cause of maternal mortality and morbidity globally.
Objective: The main aim of this study was to determine the extent of postpartum anemia and associated factors among postnatal women in two selected health facilities in Gondar, Northwest Ethiopia.
Background: Immune hemolytic anemia commonly affects human immune deficiency infected individuals. Among anemic HIV patients in Africa, the burden of IHA due to autoantibody was ranged from 2.34 to 3.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a chronic gastrointestinal tract inflammatory state, which is affecting millions of individuals in the world. It can affect alimentary canals such as colon, rectum, ileum and other parts. In IBD, platelet parameters underwent several changes.
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