Giant "Hydra Headed" Uterine Fibroid in a Nullipara: A Case Report.

Background: Uterine fibroids, or Leiomyoma is a type of Smooth Muscle Tumors of the uterus (SMTs) and are common in the black race. Giant uterine fibroids, on the other hand, are uncommon and may occur during patient dissimulation. Dissimulation may occur because of a dread of surgery and hospitals visits, fear of surgical death, chronic intake of herbal concussion, and a religio-traditional strong belief system on instant healing following prayers, among others.

Double true umbilical cord knots coexisting with a nuchal cord with successful fetal outcome: A case report.

Umbilical nodes and cords play a crucial role in fetal development and are essential for the transfer of nutrients and oxygen between the mother and the fetus. Sonographic diagnosis of umbilical nodes and cords has become an integral part of prenatal care, allowing for the early detection of abnormalities and potential complications. The umbilical cord is a vital structure connecting the fetus to the placenta, providing essential nutrients and oxygen for fetal growth and development.

The impact of COVID-19 on the birth rate in Nigeria: a report from population-based registries.

Background And Objectives: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a pandemic that has become a major source of morbidity and mortality worldwide, affecting the physical and mental health of individuals influencing reproduction. Despite the threat, it poses to maternal health in sub-Saharan Africa and Nigeria, there is little or no data on the impact it has on fertility, conception, gestation and birth. To compare the birth rate between pre-COVID and COVID times using selected months of the year.

A Multicenter Retrospective Cohort Study of the Profile of Seminal Fluid Analyses of Men Seeking Fertility Care at Different Hospitals.

Background: Male infertility contributes 40 % of couple infertility. The prevalence of abnormal semen parameters has been on the increase. Age among other factors affects the fertility potential of males.

A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of the Prevalence of Triplex Infections (Combined Human Immunodeficiency Virus, Hepatitis B Virus, and Hepatitis C Virus) among Pregnant Women in Nigeria.

Objective: We systematically identified the prevalence of triplex infections (combined human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), hepatitis B virus (HBV), and hepatitis C virus (HCV)) in pregnancy.

Methods: To gather information on the frequency of triplex infections, we searched the databases of PubMed, CINAHL, and Google Scholar. Without regard to language, we utilized search terms that covered HIV, HBV, HCV, and pregnancy.

Intra-operative Diagnosis of Lower Segment Scar Dehiscence in a Second Gravida After One Previous Lower Segment Cesarean Section: Should We Advocate for Routine Antenatal Uterine Scar Thickness Testing?

Background: Uterine dehiscence is a separation of uterine musculature with intact uterine serosa. It can be encountered at the time of cesarean delivery, suspected on obstetric ultrasound or diagnosed in-between pregnancies. The antenatal diagnosis may occasionally elude the Obstetricians.

Maternal and fetal effect of misgav ladach cesarean section in nigerian women: a randomized control study.

Background: The poor utilisation of the Misgav-Ladach (ML) caesarean section method in our environment despite its proven advantage has been attributed to several factors including its non-evaluation. A well designed and conducted trial is needed to provide evidence to convince clinician of its advantage over Pfannenstiel based methods.

Aim: To evaluate the outcome of ML based caesarean section among Nigerian women.

Lower limb amputations at a Nigerian private tertiary hospital.

Background: Lower Limb amputation remains one of the commonest surgical procedures. The incidence is on the rise in Nigeria due mainly to increasing motorcycle accidents and increased prevalence of uncontrolled diabetes complicated by neuropathy, vasculopathy and diabetic foot gangrene.

Objective: To determine the pattern and outcome of lower limb amputations in a private tertiary setting.

Musculoskeletal injuries: a private specialist hospital perspective.

Background: Trauma remains one of the leading causes of death globally. It also leads to short and long term morbidity as well as enormous economic loss, especially for a developing economy such as Nigeria.

Objective: To describe the pattern and outcome of musculoskeletal injuries.

Day-case surgery for inguinal hernia: a multi-specialist private hospital experience in Nigeria.

Background: The growing popularity of day-case surgery derives mainly from its twin benefits of convenience and cost-effectiveness. It is particularly useful in treating inguinal hernia which remains one of the most common presenting surgical problems.

Objective: To evaluate the results of inguinal herniotomy or herniorrhaphy done as a day-case.

Early postnatal growth of preterm low birth weight, appropriately-sized infants.

Background: Postnatal growth monitoring is useful in assessing the health ofpreterm babies but their growth patterns have not been sufficiently studied in Africans.

Aim: To describe the growth achievements ofpreterm, low birth weight, appropriately-sized, Nigerian infants.

Study Design: The subjects were prospectively recruited from two centers Olabisi Onabanjo University Teaching Hospital (January 1994 to June 1995) and Havana Specialist Hospital (June 1995 to June 1997).

The effects of birth interval on the birthweights of consecutive, same-sex term siblings.

Objective: To investigate the effect of birth interval on the relationship between the birthweights of successive siblings.

Methods: The records of women who had delivered two consecutive, same-sex, live, singletons babies (1983 through 1997) in a private hospital were analysed. The intervals between the birth dates of the siblings were calculated.

Prevalence and pattern of domestic violence against pregnant Nigerian women.

Five hundred and twenty-two pregnant Nigerians attending the antenatal clinic in two private hospitals in Lagos between January and June 2003 were interviewed using a structured questionnaire about their experiences of domestic violence. One hundred and four women declined to participate; a response rate of 80.1% was obtained.

Uterine incision closure at caesarean section: a randomised comparative study of intraperitoneal closure and closure after temporary exteriorisation.

Background: The safety of the technique of uterine exteriorization at caesarean section though popular among obstetricians, remains controversial.

Objective: To evaluate the influence of exteriorization of uterus during uterine repair on caesarean morbidity.

Methods: A randomized comparative study of 136 women undergoing primary caesarean delivery at Havana Specialist Hospital Lagos Nigeria.

Vaginal misoprostol induction of labour: a Nigerian hospital experience.

We reviewed our experience with vaginal misoprostol induction of labour in 339 consecutive women with a live fetus and intact fetal membrane using 100 mcg 12-hourly until labour was established. The labours were monitored using the WHO partograph protocol. Two hundred and sixty-five women had a successful induction while 74 had an emergency caesarean section because of cephalopelvic disproportion (63.

Emergency peripartum hysterectomy in a Nigerian hospital: a 20-year review.

Postpartum haemorrhage is a major cause of maternal morbidity and mortality and occasionally severe enough to warrant hysterectomy to prevent maternal death. Hysterectomy often is fraught with danger and regular audit is necessary to assist in the reduction of these dangers. A 20-year audit of all emergency peripartum hysterectomies, performed at Havana Specialist hospital Lagos, Nigeria, is reported.