Publications by authors named "O S Ilesanmi"

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  • Genetic diversity is essential for improving taro, a key crop for nutrition and economy in Nigeria, where current yields are low due to limited genetic enhancement.
  • A study assessed the genetic diversity of 490 taro cultivars from Nigeria using advanced DArT-SNP markers, revealing greater diversity among Eddoes compared to Dasheens and notable intermixing of cultivars across different states.
  • The research found that both phenotypic and molecular methods indicated significant variation, with low correlation between the two assessments, highlighting the need to use both approaches for a comprehensive understanding of taro genetic diversity.
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Background: Mitigating the risk of nosocomial infection is one of the core functions of healthcare managers in hospital environments. This study aimed to describe the COVID-19 outbreak response in a tertiary healthcare facility in Nigeria.

Methods: A qualitative cross-sectional study was conducted among representatives of Heads of Infection Control Committees and units, the Accident and Emergency unit, Family Medicine unit, and Private Suites on the COVID-19 outbreak response at the University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria.

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Lichen planus (LP) is a common T-cell-mediated autoimmune skin disease, and its exact etiology is unknown. Typically, it affects the trunk, flexural surfaces, and the mucosa.We report a rare finding of LP involving both eyelids in a 67-year-old female.

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Introduction: The internship period is a peculiar time in a doctor's career, and some have described it as a "nuisance year" during which the junior doctor assumes many roles at the same time. Junior doctors especially house officers are faced with many unique challenges; this is even more pronounced in poor resource settings like Nigeria. This study aimed to unravel and improve understanding of the challenges faced by medical and dental interns in Nigeria.

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