Indications for Removal of Orthopaedic Implants in a Nigerian Tertiary Hospital: A Review of 128 Cases.

Background: With expanding indications for operative fracture treatment, removal of orthopaedic implants has become a frequent elective orthopaedic procedure in developing countries. The clinical indications for implant removal are not well established and there are no specific indications despite the morbidity associated with implant removal operations.

Objective: To determine the frequency, indications and complications of removal of orthopaedic implants with a view to guiding implant removal protocol among surgeons.

Paediatric Septic Arthritis in a Nigerian Tertiary Hospital: A 5-Year Clinical Review.

Background: Septic arthritis is a relatively common condition in the paediatric population. It is both a medical and a surgical emergency with potential high morbidity. This disabling disease requires early diagnosis and prompt management for optimal outcome.

Mortality Pattern of Hospitalized Surgical Patients in a Nigerian Tertiary Hospital.

There is paucity of reports describing the pattern of surgical mortality in Nigeria. The aim of this study was to determine the incidence and pattern of mortality associated with surgical care in our hospital and to identify areas of improvement. The records of all patients who died after admission for surgical care at the Federal Medical Centre Makurdi between January 2009 and December 2011 were studied retrospectively.

An epidemiological study of the burden of trauma in Makurdi, Nigeria.

Background: Trauma leads to considerable morbidity and mortality. The aim of this study is to elucidate the pattern and characteristics of trauma at Benue State University Teaching Hospital (BSUTH), Makurdi, Nigeria.

Materials And Methods: Case records of all patients who presented to the Accident and Emergency (A and E) Department with trauma between January and December 2013 were analyzed for demographic data, types of injuries sustained, causes and circumstances of injuries, as well as outcome of treatment were extracted from the case files and entered onto a computerized questionnaire.

Patronage of traditional bonesetters in Makurdi, north-central Nigeria.

Background: Despite the numerous complications associated with traditional bonesetters' (TBS) practices, their patronage has remained high in developing countries. The aim was to study the reasons patients seek TBS treatment.

Methods: This was a descriptive hospital-based study of 120 patients who were treated by TBS.