Consensus evidence-based clinical practice guidelines for the diagnosis and treat-to-target management of osteoporosis in Africa: an initiative by the African Society of Bone Health and Metabolic Bone Diseases.

Unlabelled: The objective of this consensus statement is to inform the clinical practice communities, research centres and policymakers across Africa of the results of the recommendations for osteoporosis prevention, diagnosis and management. The developed guideline provides state-of-the-art information and presents the conclusions and recommendations of the consensus panel regarding these issues.

Purpose: To reach an African expert consensus on a treat-to-target strategy, based on current evidence for best practice, for the management of osteoporosis and prevention of fractures.

[Paratesticular rhabdomyosarcoma: about a case and literature review].

We here report a case of embryonal paratesticular rhabdomyosarcoma in a young adult. The purpose of this study is to highlight this uncommon histological type of tumor in this age group, the rapid evolution of the lesion and the challenges of managing it in our context.

Pediatric rheumatology in Africa: thriving amidst challenges.

Background: Pediatric Rheumatology is an orphan specialty in Africa which is gradually gaining importance across the continent.

Main Body: This commentary discusses the current state of affairs in the sphere of Pediatric Rheumatology across Africa and offers practical strategies to navigate the challenges encountered in research, models of care, education and training. We outline the establishment, opportunities of growth and achievements of the Pediatric Society of the African League Against Rheumatism (PAFLAR).

[Pathology of the processus vaginalis in urological practice].

Purpose: To describe the epidemiological, anatomico-clinical and therapeutic aspects of the patent vaginoperitoneal canal (PVPC) in urological practice and to compare our results with those of pediatric teams.

Patients And Methods: We performed a retrospective descriptive study of PVPC cases operated in a urology unit. The following parameters were studied: medical history, age, method of installation, the anatomo-clinical type, side and the results of the treatment.

Patterns of knee osteoarthritis in a hospital setting in sub-Saharan Africa.

Osteoarthritis (OA), the most prevalent joint disease in adults, ranks among the top 5 causes of disability. The burden of OA is expected to be greater in developing countries, where life expectancy is increasing and access to joint replacement therapy is not readily available. Risk factors associated with knee OA in Africa may differ from those identified in other parts of the world.