Association of Intrauterine Device (IUD) and Cervical Neoplasia - A Study in a Poor Nigerian Population.

Introduction: Intrauterine Device (IUD) is a contraceptive method used by women of reproductive age group. However, there are conflicting reports on the association between IUD and cervical neoplasia. These controversies may further hamper the poor uptake of modern contraception in Nigeria.

Is there any association between hormonal contraceptives and cervical neoplasia in a poor Nigerian setting?

Background: The association between hormonal contraception and cervical cancer is controversial. These controversies may hamper the uptake of hormonal contraceptives.

Objective: To determine the association between hormonal contraceptives and cervical neoplasia.

Prevalence and predictors of urinary/anal incontinence after vaginal delivery: prospective study of Nigerian women.

Introduction And Hypothesis: Urinary and anal incontinence are major public health problems impacting on the quality of life of affected women, with resultant loss of self-esteem. Despite the anticipated magnitude of this public health problem in sub-Saharan Africa, there is paucity of data on the prevalence of urinary and/or anal incontinence after childbirth in the region. This study determined the prevalence and predictors of urinary and anal incontinence after vaginal delivery among women in Enugu, southeastern Nigeria.

Prevalence of sexual dysfunction among females in a university community in Enugu, Nigeria.

Background: Female sexual dysfunction is a common, condition that significantly reduces the quality-of-life of the affected persons. Unfortunately, because of the veil of secrecy that shrouds discussions on human sexuality, there has been limited research on this topic in some sociocultural settings.

Aim: The aim was to determine the prevalence and some sociodemographic factors associated with sexual dysfunction in females in a university community at the University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus, Enugu State, Nigeria.

Forced Expiratory Volume in 6 s (FEV6) and FEV1/FEV6 Values as a Viable Alternative for Forced Vital Capacity (FVC) and FEV1/FVC Values During Pregnancy in South East Nigeria: A Preliminary Study.

Background: Forced expiratory volume in 6 s (FEV6) and FEV1/FEV6 ratio have traditionally been used as a surrogate for forced vital capacity (FVC) and FEV1/FVC in the assessment of spirometric lung function in nonpregnant subjects. However, the existence of this relationship during pregnancy is yet to be ascertained.

Aim: The aim of this study was to determine if FEV6 and FEV1/FEV6 can effectively be used instead of FVC and FEV1/FVC in the interpretation of lung function test during pregnancy.