scholarly journals The Practice of Medical Oncology in Morocco: The National Study of the Moroccan Group of Trialist in Medical Oncology (EVA-Onco)

ISRN Oncology ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 ◽  
pp. 1-4 ◽  
Author(s):  
Saber Boutayeb ◽  
Amina Taleb ◽  
Rizlane Belbaraka ◽  
Nabil Ismaili ◽  
Narjiss Berrada ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Missing Data ◽  
Prospective Study ◽  
Medical Oncology ◽  
National Study ◽  
National Strategy ◽  
Medical Oncologist ◽  
Cancer Centers ◽  
Medical Oncologists ◽  
A Prospective Study ◽  
The University

Objective. To determine the current shortfall of medical oncologists (MOs) and the projected supply. Background. Morocco, the medical oncology (MO) is a relatively new specialty. Medical oncology was recognized as a separate specialty in 1994 but the real taking-off was done only since the 2000s after the creation of the chair of medical oncology in the University of Rabat. The GRIOMM (Moroccan group of trialist in medical oncology) was created in 2011 and conducted its first study, EVA-onco, concerning the practice of medical oncology in Morocco in 2011. Design. EVA-onco is a prospective study concerning the practice of medical oncology in Morocco in 2011. Results. The entire public cancer centers completed the survey. There were no missing data. The number of medical oncologist per 100000/habitants in Morocco was 0.09. The average number of new patients seen per medical oncologist was 718 patients (ranging by state from 97 to 1875). The shortfall of MOs was estimated at 26 at least in 2011 according to the national recommendations. Conclusions. Since 2010, a national strategy to increase the capacity of MO workforce existed. The current shortfall of MO is expected to disappear in the future.

Examination of current Algoma District cancer program practices and local referral processes for patients with prostate cancer.

2016 ◽  
Vol 34 (2_suppl) ◽  
pp. 352-352
Author(s):  
Daniella Febbraro ◽  
Silvana Spadafora
Keyword(s):  
Prostate Cancer ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Medical Oncology ◽  
Stage Iv ◽  
Standards Of Care ◽  
Study Patient ◽  
Medical Oncologist ◽  
Northern Ontario ◽  
Cancer Program ◽  
Medical Oncologists

352 Background: The Algoma District Cancer Program (ADCP) is located in Sault Ste. Marie, ON, Canada and services the needs of the 125,000 individuals residing in the Algoma District, which has an area of approximately 49,000 square kilometres. Due to its geographic isolation in Northern Ontario, maintaining standards of care can be challenging to deliver. The objective of this project is to document any improvements in the referral process and treatment of patients with prostate cancer at the ADCP since the arrival of new medical oncologists in July 2013. Methods: Patients who had been seen by a medical oncologist at ADCP from July 2013 to July 2015 were included in this study. Patient charts were analyzed in order to gather information including date of diagnosis, stage at time of referral, date of consult with medical oncologist, previous treatments trialed, and dates of treatment. Patients were divided into two groups, diagnosed prior to 2014 and after 2014, to examine progress at ADCP. Results: From July 2013 to July 2015, there were 73 patients seen by a medical oncologist at ADCP with a diagnosis of prostate cancer. Of these patients, 54 were diagnosed prior to 2014 and 19 were diagnosed after 2014. For all patients diagnosed prior to 2014, the average number of years from diagnosis to a medical oncology consult was 5.24 years, with the longest being 19 years for two patients. In comparison, for all patients diagnosed after 2014, a medical oncologist saw them only 0.26 years on average after they were diagnosed. Since 2014, lines of therapy administered after referral to medical oncology have become greater than before 2014. Specifically for stage IV prostate cancer patients, the average number of lines of therapy ordered by a medical oncologist has increased for patients diagnosed after 2014. Conclusions: Since the arrival of new medical oncologists at ADCP in July 2013, the average number of years after diagnosis that a patient is referred to the clinic has decreased, while the average lines of therapies utilized after their consult with a medical oncologist has increased, showing an improvement in both referral processes and adherence to standard guidelines in the treatment of prostate cancer patients.

scholarly journals Removal of entrapped rings from swollen fingers by a non destructive technique

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (8) ◽  
pp. 3162
Author(s):  
Richard C. Echem ◽  
Phillip D. Eyimina ◽  
Vincent U. E. Adiela
Keyword(s):  
Social Sciences ◽  
Prospective Study ◽  
Teaching Hospital ◽  
Common Complication ◽  
Port Harcourt ◽  
Distal Aspect ◽  
Electric Cables ◽  
A Prospective Study ◽  
The University ◽  
Non Destructive

Background: Ring entrapment is uncommon in our environment. It is necessary to remove entrapped rings and the removal techniques could be either destructive or non-destructive. The aim of this study is to present a non-destructive method of entrapped ring removal.Methods:   A prospective study of patients who presented to the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital, Port Harcourt between 1st October 2007 and 30th September 2018, with entrapped finger ring(s). The authors developed a non-destructive technique of entrapped ring removal utilizing 1.5-2.5 mm electric cables. The cables are passed under the ring and looped over it. The surgeon and his first assistant applies traction towards the distal aspect of the finger through the cables while moving the cables from side to side around the finger, with the second assistant maintaining a counter-traction.  Data obtained was analyzed using IBM’s Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 23.Results:  During the period, there were 25 patients who had entrapped ring(s) in their fingers. Mean age was 22.92±9.33 years. There were 10 males and 15 females. Mean duration of ring entrapment was 5.72±4.57 days. Mean duration of ring removal was 63.6±46.58 seconds. Abrasion was the most common complication following initial removal attempts as well as this technique. The entrapped rings were all successfully removed.Conclusion: The electric cable technique is a simple, inexpensive and readily available method of entrapped ring removal. 

scholarly journals Epidemiological and Clinical Aspects and Therapy of Chronic Otitis Media in the “ENT” and Cervicofacial Surgery Ward in the University Hospital of Ouagadougou

2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 ◽  
pp. 1-4
Author(s):  
Y. M. C. Gyebre ◽  
R. W.-L. Ouedraogo ◽  
A. Elola ◽  
B. P. Ouedraogo ◽  
M. Sereme ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Prospective Study ◽  
Otitis Media ◽  
Preventive Measures ◽  
Otitis Media With Effusion ◽  
Chronic Otitis Media ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Clinical Aspects ◽  
Age Group ◽  
A Prospective Study ◽  
The University

Objectives. The aim of this study was to analyze the epidemiological and clinical aspects of chronic otitis media and its therapeutic processes in our context. Patients and Methods. In a prospective study over a period of 1 year (March 2009–February 2010), 79 patients with chronic otitis media have been cared for in the otolaryngology ward of the University Hospital of Ouagadougou. Results. Chronic otitis media (COM) commonly occurs in the age group from 0 to 15 years (40.50%). Otorrhea was the main reason for consultation in 53 cases (67.10%); the most frequently encountered clinicopathological forms were simple COM (71%) followed by otitis media with effusion (24.30%). Intra-auricular instillations of traditional products (46.09%) were the dominant favoring factor. Treatment was essentially through medication in 59 cases with a stabilization of lesions. Endotemporal complications were noticed in 6 cases. Conclusion. The fight against chronic otitis media is carried out through preventive measures of education the of people.

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