Publications by authors named "I Usman"
Background: Advancement in medical education has led to the adoption of online learning platforms in the development and execution of learning modules. Online learning platforms are appraised and accessed regarding their capability of ensuring a seamless experience and enhancing satisfaction in users, especially students. In this study, the satisfaction and learning experience of medical students were studied with emphasis on their sociodemographic features.
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- Fluoxetine (FLX) is a common antidepressant that can negatively affect male fertility by increasing Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS), prompting this study on the protective effects of Vitamin C.
- The study involved treating male Wistar rats with fluoxetine and various doses of Vitamin C over 60 days, measuring their testicular weight, sperm parameters, and oxidative stress markers.
- Results showed that higher doses of Vitamin C improved fertility outcomes, increased antioxidant enzyme levels, and protected testicular structure from FLX damage, indicating its potential as a treatment for drug-induced fertility issues.
Cadaveric dissection has remained an integral part of anatomical education globally; hence, the profiles of cadavers, their gross tissue and microbial integrity has great implication in anatomical education. This study determined the profiles, gross tissue and microbial integrity of cadavers used in South-western Uganda (SWU) medical schools. A cross-sectional study was carried out for three months in anatomy and microbiology laboratories of SWU medical teaching institutions.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: The teaching of anatomy from early days of medical education relied on the use of cadaver; hence, the present study assessed the support for whole-body donation among academic staff.
Methods: This is a cross-sectional study conducted from January to March 2024 in Southwestern Ugandan medical educational schools among 160 academic staff. Ethical approval was obtained and structured questionnaires were distributed to study participants in the selected Medical Educational Schools.
Background: The devastating scourge of cervical cancer in Africa is largely due to the absence of preventive interventions, driven by low awareness and poor perception of the disease in the continent. This work is a preliminary effort toward understanding key social drivers promoting this disease in our immediate environment with a view to mitigating it.
Method: Female students of two tertiary health institutions in Azare, northeastern Nigeria, were approached to participate in this cross-sectional descriptive study.