Publications by authors named "O B T Boukari"

Article Synopsis
  • A study was conducted to investigate the protective effects of phycocyanin, an extract from blue algae, against male infertility caused by alcohol consumption.
  • Male rats were used in the experiment, where some were exposed to ethanol to induce oxidative stress, while others received phycocyanin treatment or both.
  • Results indicated that phycocyanin effectively prevented harmful effects on sperm production and testicular health caused by ethanol exposure.
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Objective: Androgen deficiency is associated with multiple biochemical and behavioral disorders. This study investigated the effects of testosterone replacement and Spirulina Platensis association on testosterone deficiency-induced metabolic disorders and memory impairment.

Methods: Adult male rats were randomly and equally divided into four groups and received the following treatments for 20 consecutive days.

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Objective: The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence and document the risk factors and allergic reactions associated with atopic dermatitis (AD) in children in Lomé.

Method: This cross-sectional multicenter study took place from March to June 2013 in four health facilities in Lomé. It applied the criteria of the United Kingdom Working Party (UKWP).

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Objectives: The aim of this study was to describe features of self-medication for skin conditions observed at public dermatology centres in Lome, Togo.

Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted from July 1 to September 30, 2008 in 3 public dermatology centres in Lome-Commune. All patients consulting at the study centres for the first time were recruited, interviewed and examined.

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