scholarly journals Clinicoepidemiology of Skin Diseases in Children Seen at the University Hospital Center Morafeno, Toamasina, Madagascar

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-6
Author(s):  
Irina Mamisoa Ranaivo ◽  
Fandresena Arilala Sendrasoa ◽  
Malalaniaina Andrianarison ◽  
Moril Sata ◽  
Onivola Raharolahy ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Retrospective Study ◽  
East Coast ◽  
Skin Diseases ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Dermatology Department ◽  
Preventive Actions ◽  
The World ◽  
The Mean ◽  
The University ◽  
Hospital Center

Introduction. The child’s skin diseases are common and very diverse. Many studies concerning pediatric dermatoses have been carried out in Africa and the rest of the world. Few epidemioclinical data reflect these skin diseases in children, especially in the east coast of Madagascar. We aim to describe the pattern skin diseases among children seen at the University Hospital Center Morafeno, Toamasina, Madagascar. Patients and Methods. A retrospective study over a 3-year period from January 2017 to December 2019 was conducted in children seen in the Dermatology Department of University Hospital Center Morafeno, Toamasina, with skin diseases. Results. During the study period, 347 children out of the 1584 new patients were retained with a sex ratio of 0.86. The mean age was 6.4 years old. The main diseases identified were skin infectious diseases (43, 23%), allergic dermatoses (24.21%), and autonomous dermatosis (15.56%). Conclusion. Our study revealed the importance of infectious and allergic dermatoses in Toamasina. It is necessary to carry out simple preventive actions such as hygiene.

scholarly journals Limited Mobility to the Bed Reduces the Chances of Discharge and Increases the Chances of Death in the ICU

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 8-16
Author(s):  
Talita Leite dos Santos Moraes ◽  
Joana Monteiro Fraga de Farias ◽  
Brunielly Santana Rezende ◽  
Fernanda Oliveira de Carvalho ◽  
Michael Silveira Santiago ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Intensive Care Unit ◽  
Intensive Care ◽  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Medical Records ◽  
High Mobility ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Limited Mobility ◽  
The Mean ◽  
The University

Background: Progressive mobility in the ICU has been recommended; however, the definitions of low, moderate, and high mobility in the ICU still diverge between studies. Therefore, our objective was to classify the mobility of the sample from verticalization and active withdrawal from the bed, and from that, to analyze the chances of discharge, death, and readmission to the ICU. Materials and methods: This is an observational and retrospective study that consults the medical records of individuals admitted to the ICU of the University Hospital of Sergipe (HU/SE) between August 2017 and August 2018. Mobility level was classified based on the Intensive Care Unit Mobility Scale (IMS). Results: A total of 121 individuals were included. The mean age was 61.45 ± 16.45, being 53.7% female. Of these, 28 (23.1%) had low mobility, 33 (27.3%) had moderate mobility, and 60 (49.6%) had high mobility. Individuals with low mobility were 45 times more likely to die (OR = 45.3; 95% CI = 3.23–636.3) and 88 times less likely to be discharged from the ICU (OR = 0.22; 95% CI = 0.002–0.30). Conclusion: Those who evolved with low mobility had a higher chance of death and a lower chance of discharge from the ICU. Moderate and high mobility were not associated with the investigated outcomes.

scholarly journals Brain Abscess of Otorhinolaryngologic Origin: Study of 80 Cases in the Neurosurgery Department of Conakry University Hospital Center

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 047-051
Author(s):  
BL Fatoumata ◽  
SI Sory ◽  
AH Ghislain ◽  
CA Youssouf ◽  
DH Abdoul Bachir ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Mortality Rate ◽  
Sex Ratio ◽  
Antibiotic Therapy ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Entrance Door ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
Brain Abscesses ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Hospital Center

Introduction: Brain abscesses are serious conditions that can be life-threatening if left untreated. The objective of our study was to determine the epidemiological, clinical, paraclinical, therapeutic and evolutionary characteristics of cerebral abscesses of otorhinolaryngological origin in our department. Methods and Materials: This was a retrospective study of 80 cerebral abscess files of otorhinolaryngological origin collected over a period of 5 years (January 2014-December 2018) at the neurosurgery department of Conakry University Hospital Center. Results: Abscesses of otorhinolaryngological origin represented 72% of all abscesses. The mean age was 14.7 years with a sex ratio of 4. The clinical picture was dominated by fever (92%), focal signs (55%) and intracranial hypertension (46%). The entrance door was 84% sinus. The frontal site was predominant, 44 cases. Eighty-two percent of patients underwent surgery and 18% were treated with antibiotic therapy alone. The evolution was favorable in 75% of the cases with a mortality rate of 15%. Conclusion: Brain abscesses are a medical-surgical emergency. The forms of otorhinolaryngologic origin are dominated by sinusitis. Despite the therapeutic difficulties, the prognosis remains acceptable in our study, 15% of deaths.

Management of Obstetric Emergencies at the Maternity Center of the University Hospital Center of Oueme-Plateau (CHUD O/P) in Benin

2017 ◽  
Vol 06 (05) ◽  
Author(s):  
Lokossou MSHS ◽  
Bagnan Tonato JA ◽  
Ogoudjobi OM ◽  
Tognifode V ◽  
Obossou AAA ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
University Hospital ◽  
Obstetric Emergencies ◽  
The University ◽  
Hospital Center

scholarly journals Effects of certain disinfectants and antibiotics on biofilm formation by Staphylococcus aureus isolated from medical devices at the University Hospital Center of Sidi Bel Abbes, Algeria

2020 ◽  
Vol 21 (4) ◽  
pp. 304-310
Author(s):  
I. Kara Terki ◽  
H. Hassaine ◽  
A. Kara Terki ◽  
B. Nadira ◽  
N. Kara Terki ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Staphylococcus Aureus ◽  
Medical Devices ◽  
Biofilm Formation ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Centre Hospitalier ◽  
Treatment And Prevention ◽  
Centre Hospitalier Universitaire ◽  
Dispositif Médical ◽  
The University ◽  
Hospital Center

Background: Staphylococcus aureus is one of the species of bacteria most frequently isolated from medical devices. The ability to produce biofilm is an important step in the pathogenesis of these staphylococci infection, and biofilm formation is strongly dependent on environmental conditions as well as antibiotics and disinfectants used in the treatment and prevention of infections.Methodology: In this study, 28 S. aureus isolated from medical devices at the University Hospital Center of Sidi Bel Abbes in Northwestern Algeria were tested for biofilm formation by culture on Red Congo Agar (RCA). The tube method (TM) and tissue culture plate (TCP) techniques were also used to investigate the effect of penicillin, ethanol and betadine on pre-formed biofilm.Results: Nineteen S. aureus isolates produced biofilm on the RCA and 7 produced biofilms by the tube method, 2 of which were high producer. In addition, 9 S. aureus isolates produced biofilm on polystyrene micro-plates, and in the presence of penicillin and ethanol, this number increased to 19 and 11 biofilm producing S. aureus isolates respectively. On the other hand, no biofilm was formed in the presence of betadine.Conclusion: It is important to test for biofilm formation following an imposed external constraint such as disinfectants and antibiotics in order to develop new strategies to combat bacterial biofilms but also to better control their formation. Keywords : Staphylococcus aureus, biofilm, medical device, disinfectant, antibiotic French Title: Effets de certains désinfectants et antibiotiques sur la formation de biofilms par Staphylococcus aureus isolé à partir de dispositifs médicaux au Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Sidi Bel Abbès, Algérie Contexte: Staphylococcus aureus est l'une des espèces de bactéries les plus fréquemment isolées des dispositifs médicaux. La capacité de produire du biofilm est une étape importante dans la pathogenèse de ces infections à staphylocoques, et la formation de biofilm dépend fortement des conditions environnementales ainsi que des antibiotiques et des désinfectants utilisés dans le traitement et la prévention des infections. Méthodologie: Dans cette étude, 28 S. aureus isolés à partir de dispositifs médicaux au Centre hospitalier universitaire de Sidi Bel Abbès dans le nord-ouest de l'Algérie ont été testés pour la formation de biofilm par culture sur gélose rouge du Congo (RCA). La méthode des tubes (TM) et les techniques de plaques de culture tissulaire (TCP) ont également été utilisées pour étudier l'effet de la pénicilline, de l'éthanol et de la bétadine sur le biofilm préformé. Résultats: Dix-neuf isolats de S. aureus ont produit un biofilm sur le RCA et 7 ont produit des biofilms par la méthode des tubes, dont 2 étaient très productifs. De plus, 9 isolats de S. aureus ont produit du biofilm sur des microplaques en polystyrène, et en présence de pénicilline et d'éthanol, ce nombre est passé à 19 et 11 isolats de S. aureus producteurs de biofilm respectivement. En revanche, aucun biofilm ne s'est formé en présence de bétadine. Conclusion: Il est important de tester la formation de biofilm suite à une contrainte externe imposée comme les désinfectants et les antibiotiques afin de développer de nouvelles stratégies pour lutter contre les biofilms bactériens mais aussi pour mieux contrôler leur formation. Mots-clés: Staphylococcus aureus, biofilm, dispositif médical, désinfectant, antibiotique  

scholarly journals Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices of Mothers Regarding Breastfeeding in the University Hospital Center of Brazzaville (Republic of Congo)

Health ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (02) ◽  
pp. 219-229
Author(s):  
Buambo Gauthier Régis Jostin ◽  
Eouani Max Lévy Eméry ◽  
Potokoue Mpia Samantha Nuelly ◽  
Mahoungou Tsibozi Frédine ◽  
Itoua Clautaire ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
University Hospital ◽  
Republic Of Congo ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
The University ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Hospital Center

Mansonelliasis identified by a cervicovaginal smear at the university hospital center of Bobo-Dioulasso (Burkina Faso)

2012 ◽  
Vol 22 (4) ◽  
pp. 444-446
Author(s):  
S. Bamba ◽  
F. Barro-Traoré ◽  
M. Liance ◽  
O. Da ◽  
C. Sanou ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Burkina Faso ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Bobo Dioulasso ◽  
The University ◽  
Hospital Center

The Prevalence of Rotavirus and Adenovirus in Children 0-5 years old Suffering from Acute Diarrhea in the University Hospital Center of Mother and Child (UHC-MC) in N’Djamena, Chad

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (6) ◽  
Author(s):  
Fombotioh Ndifor ◽  
Abakar Idriss Lawane ◽  
Nadjioroum Ngam-Asra ◽  
Mouktar Abaya Adoum ◽  
Brahim Boy Otchom ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Viral Infection ◽  
Acute Diarrhea ◽  
Clinical Symptoms ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Test Kit ◽  
Mother And Child ◽  
Fresh Stool ◽  
The University ◽  
Hospital Center

Acute diarrhea is one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality in children from 0-5 months old, especially in Africa and many developing countries. Rotavirus and Adenovirus have been recognized as the common pathogens for this public health problem. However, little or no investigation has been carried out on the two viruses in Chad. In view of this fact, we decided to study the prevalence of Rotavirus and Adenovirus in children suffering from acute diarrhea at the University Hospital Center of Mother and Child (UHC-MC). Fresh stool samples were collected from 440 children ages 0-5 years (225 females and 2015 males). They were brought for medical consultation from March 2019- September 2019 at the pediatric department. Specimens were analyzed and Rotavirus and Adenovirus were detected using Rapid Immunochromatographic Test kit (Vikia BioMerieux, France). Out of the 440 children examined, 228 had viral infection with a prevalence of 51.81%. Based on gender infection, females 140 (62.22%) were significantly more infected than males 88(40.93%). Prevalence of mono infection of Rotavirus in children 110 (48.24%) was higher than that of Adenovirus 74(32.45%). More males had Rotavirus infection 60(68.18%) than girls 50 (37.71%). Co-infection was found to be 44 (19.29%). Distribution of viral infection indicated that children between 6-11 months had the highest viral burden 101(77.69%). Among clinical symptoms recorded, dehydration was the highest in children 84(61.76%). Due to the high prevalence of Rotavirus and Adenovirus discovered, we suggest that vaccines for the two viruses should be included in the national immunization program.

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