Publications by authors named "O G Egbi"
Background: Incarceration has been known to increase the transmission of some blood-borne viruses such as hepatitis B virus (HBV), hepatitis C virus (HCV) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Correctional centres are thought to be the reservoir of these infections, thereby constituting a risk to the larger society when the individuals are released. Objectives: The study determined the seroprevalence of HBV, HCV, and HIV and associated factors for infections among people living in a correctional centre (PLCC) in Southern Nigeria.
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- Cutaneous morbidities are prevalent among inmates in correctional centres, influenced by factors like overcrowding and poor sanitation.
- A study conducted in southern Nigeria involved 252 inmates, where 224 (88.9%) were found to have skin diseases, with scabies being the most common issue.
- Dermatological examinations revealed a total of 332 skin conditions among the affected inmates, indicating a significant health concern in these facilities.
Background: The burden of chronic kidney disease (CKD) is huge, especially in countries such as Nigeria where majority of patients succumb to the disease early due to inability to afford care. Early diagnosis through regular screening of at-risk population is pivotal to stemming the scourge of the disease.
Aim: To determine the prevalence of kidney dysfunction and associated risk factors in a community screening program.
Objective: Poor sleep quality adversely affects the overall well-being and outcomes of patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). However, it has not been well studied in Africans with CKD. We determined the prevalence of poor sleep quality and associated factors among patients with CKD.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Hypertension is a common cardiovascular risk factor associated with adverse renal and cardiovascular outcomes in chronic kidney disease patients. Significant reduction in these adverse outcomes could be achieved through adequate blood pressure control in those with hypertension. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of poor blood pressure control and associated factors among chronic kidney disease patients with hypertension in a Nigerian tertiary hospital.
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