Publications by authors named "J M Ndong Ngomo"
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates the rising prevalence of cardiometabolic risk factors (CMRFs) in Gabon, focusing on how these factors vary with urbanization, age, and gender.
- A total of 978 participants over 18 years were surveyed across urban and rural settings, revealing that rural residents displayed higher rates of tobacco and alcohol use, while urban dwellers exhibited more insufficient physical activity.
- The findings indicate a significant prevalence of high blood pressure and metabolic syndrome, particularly among younger participants and women, with urban living associated with increased risks for various CMRFs.
Article Synopsis
- * Results show that 72.1% of HIV-negative participants had intestinal parasites, while only 42.6% of PLHIV were affected, indicating a higher prevalence in the uninfected group.
- * The research highlights the need for awareness and treatment strategies focused on HIV-positive individuals, as they often experience more severe infections and complications.
Comparative performance of four malaria rapid diagnostic tests, Vikia Malaria Pf/Pan, Meriline-Meriscreen Pf/Pv/Pan, Right Sign Malaria Pf/Pan, and Right Sign Malaria Pf, among febrile patients in Gabon.
Bridy Chesly Moutombi Ditombi Julienne Isabelle Minko Roméo Philippe Tsamba Jacques Marie Ndong Ngomo Tatiana Nymane
Rev Soc Bras Med Trop
June 2020
Introduction: Rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) are selected based on their performances. Here, we compared the diagnostic performance of different malaria RDTs.
Methods: Febrile patients were tested for malaria using Vikia Malaria Pf/Pan, Meriline-Meriscreen Pf/Pv/Pan, Right Sign Malaria Pf/Pan, and Right Sign Malaria Pf RDTs at Melen Regional Hospital in Gabon.