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Research Article
Evaluation of Endometrial Receptivity in Unexplained Infertility After Clomiphene Citrate by Shear Wave Elastography
Issue:
Volume 13, Issue 6, December 2024
Pages:
68-76
Received:
10 October 2024
Accepted:
28 October 2024
Published:
22 November 2024
Abstract: Objective: This study utilized shear wave elastography (SWE) to evaluate endometrial receptivity (ER) in cases of unexplained infertility (UI) following treatment with clomiphene citrate (CC). The aim was to establish a reliable imaging reference for clinical treatment. Methods: This investigation encompassed 68 patients with UI who attended our hospital from October 2023 to May 2024. Participants were allocated to either a CC group (28 participants) or a normal control (NC) group (40 participants) according to the treatment protocols they followed. During the LP phase (days 13-16) and the MP phase (6-9 days post-ovulation), both groups underwent transvaginal ultrasound and SWE assessments. The evaluated parameters included endometrial thickness (EMT), uterine artery parameters (UA-PI, UA-RI, UA-S/D), average endometrial elasticity (E-mean), and mean shear wave velocity (SWV-mean). Additionally, clinical pregnancy outcomes were tracked. Results: Significant variations were observed between the CC and NC groups in E-mean, SWV-mean, EMT, UA-PI, UA-RI, and UA-S/D during both evaluated phases, with statistical significance (P<0.05). Nevertheless, there were no significant variations found in clinical pregnancy rates among the groups (P>0.05). Significant statistical differences were observed in E- mean and SWV-mean between pregnant and non-pregnant patients within each group (P<0.05). Conclusions: After CC treatment, the endometrium in UI patients showed decreased thickness, increased hardness, reduced blood flow, and increased difficulty in implantation. Despite these effects, CC did not significantly impact clinical pregnancy rates. Future studies should expand the sample size to determine the threshold of endometrial hardness that optimally balances its effects.
Abstract: Objective: This study utilized shear wave elastography (SWE) to evaluate endometrial receptivity (ER) in cases of unexplained infertility (UI) following treatment with clomiphene citrate (CC). The aim was to establish a reliable imaging reference for clinical treatment. Methods: This investigation encompassed 68 patients with UI who attended our ho...
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Methodology Article
Prevalence of Helicobacter Pylori Among Patients with Chronic Gastritis in Nigeria
Adamu Mohammad Ewa,
Yussuf Maisuna Abdulkadir*,
Yusuf Ibrahim
Issue:
Volume 13, Issue 6, December 2024
Pages:
77-82
Received:
12 November 2024
Accepted:
23 November 2024
Published:
12 December 2024
Abstract: Introduction: The stomach wall is made up of smooth muscles which are arranged in three layers: outer longitudinal, inner circular and innermost oblique layers. The mucosa is made up of simple columnar epithelium and is made up of several cell types which include: mucous cells which secrete alkaline mucous that protects the epithelium against acid and shear stress. Gastritis can involve the whole of the stomach, or a specific part of the stomach such as the fundus, body or the antrum and the distribution of gastritis may be related to an aetiologic factor. H. pylori causes passive inflammation inside the gastric epithelium and alters signal transduction pathways that serve as a platform for the pathogenesis, but it also develops antimicrobial resistance via genetic changes and biofilm development. The bacterium floats in the direction of the epithelial membrane when it enters the stomach, taking advantage of areas of the stomach wall that are injured. Method: The study was conducted in Kano, Nigeria from April 2021 to October 2021 and it is a Hospital-based Cross-sectional Descriptive study. Patients with dyspepsia referred for oesophagogastroduodenoscopy (OGD) at the endoscopy suite of the hospital constitute the study population, 197 patients that met the inclusion criteria were recruited and underwent OGD. Each patient were biopsied in accordance with the updated Sydney protocol. Data were collected and the report of both endoscopy and histological assessment for the presence of gastritis and H. pylori were documented and analyzed using the SPSS 20. Result: H. pylori was detected in 137 patients out of the 197 gastric biopsies sample of gastritis, the prevalence was 69.5%. Also, There was a statistically significant relationship between H. pylori and those aged 31-40years (p = 0.025), however, the relationship was not significant for the other age groups and no significant relationship was found between sex (p = 0.512). The most common site affected by histologic gastritis in this study was the antrum (99.4%) and the high predominance of antral involvement is probably due to the high rate of H. pylori infection in the study subjects which is known to be associated with antral affectation. Conclusion: The most predominant pattern of histologic gastritis was chronic H. pylori gastritis located in the antrum. The prevalence of H. pylori infection was 69.5%, and it had significant association with both endoscopic and histologic gastritis. Therefore, prevention and eradication program for the H. pylori infection are necessary in our environment.
Abstract: Introduction: The stomach wall is made up of smooth muscles which are arranged in three layers: outer longitudinal, inner circular and innermost oblique layers. The mucosa is made up of simple columnar epithelium and is made up of several cell types which include: mucous cells which secrete alkaline mucous that protects the epithelium against acid ...
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Research Article
Adherence to Diabetic Self-Care Practice and Associated Factors among Patients with Type Two Diabetes at a Public Hospital in Addis Ababa
Issue:
Volume 13, Issue 6, December 2024
Pages:
83-94
Received:
15 November 2024
Accepted:
29 November 2024
Published:
16 December 2024
DOI:
10.11648/j.cmr.20241306.13
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Abstract: Background: Self-care adherence is thought to be crucial for managing polygenic disease. This is frequently because there is a strong correlation between poor blood sugar control and self-care behaviors and the subsequent emergence of polygenic disease complications. By improving glycemic control, patients may be able to reduce their risk of developing those complications. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to evaluate the self-care behaviors of patients with type II diabetes who are attending a selected public hospital in Addis Ababa City, as well as the impact of demographic factors and clinical state on these behaviors. Methods: An institution-based cross-sectional study design was conducted using SPSS version 26, and multivariable binary logistic regression analysis was used. Result: A total of 397 study participants were interviewed with response rate of 99.25%. Data coming from this study reveals that (73.8%) of study participants has good practiced on the recommended self-care practices. Factors found to be significantly associated with adherence to diabetic self-care were BMI of respondent (AOR = 0.465, 95% CI = 0.229-0.947), diabetic compilation, place of respondent (AOR = 1.090, 95% CI =0.091-0.604), and monthly income (AOR =, 1.522 95% CI =0.871-2.659). Conclusion: the level of adherence to self-care practices among diabetic patients is lower compared to other areas. To improve this, the healthcare team should adopt a patient-centered approach when deliver diabetes messages, focusing on specific issues related to management practice. it is imperative to increase awareness of patients and the community as a whole in order to address important aspects such as medication adherence, glycemic control and diet management. By taking these steps, we can work towards improving self-care practice among diabetic patients and ultimately, their overall health and well-being.
Abstract: Background: Self-care adherence is thought to be crucial for managing polygenic disease. This is frequently because there is a strong correlation between poor blood sugar control and self-care behaviors and the subsequent emergence of polygenic disease complications. By improving glycemic control, patients may be able to reduce their risk of develo...
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