Publications by authors named "J F Codrington"
Background: Reproductive health technology has evolved significantly since the introduction of in vitro fertilization in 1978, enhancing the possibility of conceiving children at later stages in life. Despite these advancements, there remains a critical gap in fertility knowledge among young adults, as demonstrated by recent studies. This gap is compounded by the growing influence of social media on health information, where misinformation can distort public understanding of fertility-related issues.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPurpose: Intracavernosal injections are used to treat erectile dysfunction. Patient compliance with intracavernosal injections is required for success, though factors influencing compliance are unknown. This study aimed to identify factors that influence compliance with intracavernosal injections among men with erectile dysfunction.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe early detection of sickle cell disease (SCD) is vital to reduce mortality among affected children. Suriname currently lacks a newborn screening programme (NSP) for SCD. We performed a pilot programme to evaluate the scalability of such an initiative.
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- The rising issue of microplastics (MPs), tiny particles less than 5 mm, poses serious risks to both the environment and human health, finding their way into food and drink.
- A study aimed to investigate the presence of MPs in human penile tissue sampled from patients undergoing surgery for inflatable penile prosthetics, using advanced imaging techniques for analysis.
- Results showed that MPs were detected in 80% of samples, with common types found being polyethylene terephthalate and polypropylene, prompting concerns about the impact of these pollutants on sexual health.