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The Nigerian Medical journal publishes scientific reports to advance medical and health science in all areas.

Title-level DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/ISSN.2229-774X


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Vol. 67 No. 2 (2026): March - April

Review articles

Elucidating the Nexus of Mitochondrial Dysfunction and Oncometabolite Accumulation in Tumorigenesis

Abraham Ehinomhen Ubhenin, Ramatu I. Idris, Fatima A. Adamude, Dickson Owoicho Ochalefu
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.1295

Ganoderma applanatum Polysaccharides in Obesity-Associated Dysglycaemia and Liver Injury: Gut–Liver Mechanisms and Translational Gaps

Adamou Mfopa , Ibrahim Njimona , Célestin Mountchissi , Fabrice Medou Mba , Lum Abienwi Ambe, Moustapha, Kamgang René, Emmanuel Eroume A Egom
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.1266

A Practical Methodological Primer on Sample Size Determination Using G*Power for Biomedical Research

Vipin Patidar, Latika Sinha, Suresh Kumar Sharma, Rakhi Gaur, Saurabh Varshney, Shiv Kumar Mudgal
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.1328

Post-operative complications following colorectal cancer surgery in Nigeria and Ghana: A systematic review

Obinna Joseph Ugwu, Ferdinand Ibu Ogbaji, Tobechukwu Ojiugo Tony-Okeke, Joy Hyelni Zoakah, Onome Chidinma Nnorom, Elijah Ogbu Otokpa, Terna Aule
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.657

Student Involvement In Health-Related Conferences In Nigeria: A Scoping Review

Paul Tunde KingPriest, Joshua Adejo Okpanachi, Alaze Dagal, Johnson Bisani Titus, Damilola Deborah Adegbite, Mu’ohomshak Nankwat Shase’et, Olugbenga Akindele Silas, Barnabas Tobi Alayande
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.1196

Prevalence of Respiratory Disorders and Associated Factors among Coal Mine Workers, Narrative Review

B Athira , Sushma Saini, C. Vasantha Kalyani
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.1237

Original Articles

DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.1326

Comparative Evaluation of HER2 Overexpression in Breast Carcinoma Using Cell Blocks and Corresponding Formalin-Fixed Paraffin-Embedded Tissue Blocks: A Prospective Study

Adeyemi Sofoluwe Gbenga, Rufai Yunusa, Ahmad Hamza, Lawan Gana Shuaibu, Jabiru Muazu, Taoheed Atanda Akinfenwa, Yusuf Ibrahim , Abubakar Aminu Ahmad, Mojisola Olaosebikan Oluranti, Victor Sofoluwe Adeyemi, Simon Ezenkwa Uchenna, Ajanaku Jimoh Abdulrazaq
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.1269

Simulation-Based Learning in a Resource-Limited Setting: Perspectives of Clinical Medical Students in North-Western Nigeria.

Jamilu Garba, Bilkisu Muazu Adam, Ahmad Bello, Umar Tanimu, Rukayyah Yusuf, Muhammad Kasim
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.1281

Effect of Hands-on Biostatistics Training on Postgraduate Nursing Students' Knowledge and Attitude at a Tertiary Care Institution, Sub-Himalayan Region: a quasi-experimental study

Xavier Belsiyal, Smriti Arora, Neetu Kataria, Malar Kodi S, Priyanka Malhotra
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.1282

Maternal and Perinatal Death Surveillance and Response: An Evaluation of Practices Among Healthcare Workers in South-South, Nigeria

Victor Ohenhen, Friday Okonofua, Adedapo Babatunde Ande
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.1284

Quantitative Volumetric Analysis of the Brain Using Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Sickle Cell Anaemia

Mohammed Abba Suwaid, Abbas Rabiu Muhammad, Baffa Adamu Gwaram, Kabiru Isyaku
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.1287

Caesarean Section Techniques among Senior Obstetricians in Nigeria: A Descriptive Multicentre Survey

Gabriel Dogbanya, Samuel Okwuchukwu Ilikannu, Sunday Emmanuel Jombo, Zaro Boysungni, Stephen Ajani, Yahya Anisa, Festus Ogudugu, Ekeng Offiong, Odigonma Zinobia Ikpeze, Chidinma Ohachenu, Nnamdi Pascal Okoye, Ngozi Roy Maduka, Suraiya Suleiman Auwal, Anthony Odeniyi Odeyemi, William Amebeobari Mube, Patrick Olufemi Kudaisi, Monica Isoken Aikpokpo, Patrick Nwabunor Osifo, Kenechukwu Ezekwesili Obi, Olabiyi Hezekiah Olaniran
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.1332

Awareness of Oral Health and Dental Care Practices among Children with Endocrine Disorders and their Caregivers at Lagos University Teaching Hospital, Nigeria

Omolade Ademiposi Osibogun, Abimbola Yomi Adeloye, Elizabeth Eberechi Oyenusi, Linda Ifeoma Utomi, Mariam Oluwadamilola Alayo, Veronica Nneoma Ibenye
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.1333

A 7-Year Review of Urological Injuries arising from Obstetric and Gynaecological Surgeries in Abuja, Nigeria

Muftau Jimoh Bioku, Yakubu Aliyu, Rahman Abiodun Nasiru, Ayoleke Ogunrinde, Saad Ahmed
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.1335

Blood Pressure Differences among Obese, Overweight, and Normal-Weight Adolescents in Enugu Metropolis: A Comparative Study

Josephat M. Chinawa, Nneka O. Nwokoye, Ikenna C. Nwokoye, Uchenna Ekwochi
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.1343

Blood Pressure Abnormalities Amongst Children with Sickle Cell Anaemia in Steady State and in Crises Attending a Tertiary Hospital in South East Nigeria

Josephat M Chinawa, kawa Alaoma, Nwolisa Emeka, Chinawa Awoere, Edmund N Ossai
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.1344

Knowledge of Acute Rheumatic Fever (ARF) Among Adolescents in Enugu Metropolis.

Josephat M. Chinawa, Awoere T. Chinawa, Jude T. Onyia, Obinna C. Nduagubam, Edmund N. Ossai, Ikenna C. Nwokoye, Chinyere N. Okafor
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.1345

Psychological distress, coping methods and self-care among people with diabetes mellitus in Ibadan.

Lucia Yetunde Ojewale, Adesola Adebiyi, Chika Ekelaka
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.1140

A Comparative Study on Oxytocin Versus Carbetocin in Prevention of Primary Postpartum Haemorrhage After Childbirth

Anwesha Dasghosh, Subhra Kanti Datta, Rupa Brahma
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.988

Clinical Characteristics of Iron Deficiency in Patients with Chronic Heart Failure at a Major Referral Centre in Southern Nigeria

Aisha O Ajala, Boma Oyan, Prudence Ikejiofor, Sotonye Dodiyi-manuel, Edeogu Julius, Chineme Ekeh, Maclean Akpa
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.1040
DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.1080

The Rating of Nigerian Neurosurgical Facilities Based on the Availability of Sub-Specialty Services in 2024

Sunday Patrick Uzomaka Nkwerem, Jude Kennedy Chinedu Emejulu
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.1098

A comparison study of Optical Coherence Tomography Angiography Peripapillary Vessel Density in Early Glaucomatous and Normal Nigerian Eyes

Godswill Nathaniel, Victor Umeh, Adunola Ogunro, Chimdia Ogbonnaya
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.1107

Effect of Musical Therapy on Hemodynamic Parameters and Inflammatory Markers in Patients Undergoing Surgery for Varicose Veins Under Spinal Anaesthesia.

Mohammad Pervez Alam, Neel Kamal Mishra, Ram Gopal Maurya, Rajni Gupta, Jitendra Kumar Kushwaha, Wahid Ali
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.1135

The Impact of US Government Stop-Work Order and Limited Waiver on HIV Program in LASUTH, Nigeria: A Retrospective Review

Akinsegun Akinbami, Christiana Olaniyi, Ebele Uche, Omobolanle Akinbami, Oladunni Yusuf-Oduyoye, Temitope Olatunji, Abimbola Odubona, Rotimi Dawodu, Bukola Fulani, Gbemisola Alli, Ibrahim Idris, Oluwaseun Okunribido, Anthonia Ikpegbu, Tolulope Abioje, Esther Akinwunmi, Abdullahi Adeniji-Bello, Enifeni Warith
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.1172

Effect of SMS Reminders on Medication Adherence in Schizophrenia: A Quasi-Experimental Study in Nigeria

Abdullahi Abdulwahab Yakubu, Summayyah Muhammad Bashar, Audu Ishak Aveka, Mivanyi Musa Murinyi, Sani Khalid, Bashir Adam Yakasai
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.1174

Perceptions and Barriers to Utilisation of Primary Health Care Services among 1,010 households in Health District IV, Lagos State

Adedoyin O. Ogunyemi, Brenda C. Isikekpei, Josephine O. Omoseni, Khadijah A. Jimoh, Michael O. Bolaji, Omolaja O. Odunuga, Oludolapo M. Sotunde, Adekunle A. Akinade, Nifemi B. Oloniyi, Yemisi A. Obajuluwa, Titilayo A. Oni, Abimbola Bowale
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.1248

Incidence and Risk Factors for Adverse Events During Intubation among Critically Ill Patients in Nigeria.

ThankGod Chukwunnonso Okonkwo, Jaafar Halliru Khayi, Chinemelum Obiageli Igbonekwu, Mathias Ogbonnia Orji, Alastair Brown
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.1262

Case reports or Series

Refractory Temporal Gelastic Seizure: A Case Report

A. F. Okafor, C. L. Nwosu, R. I. Chidomere, N. U. Enwereji, I. O. Chukwukwe , I. K. Ukpabi
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.1285

A Case Report of Childhood Polyarteritis Nodosa: A Rare Vasculitic Disorder with Multisystem Involvement

Fatima Ishaq Abubakar, Baba Jibrin, Maryam Amadou Sanni, Abubakar Jangebe  Mikailu, Adetunji Adeniyi Semiyu , Olisa Ochiagha, Aishatu-Yasmin Atusu Alethea
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.1100

Expert Opinion

Reconsidering Routine Appendectomy in Ovarian Neoplasms: Implications for Diagnostic Staging

Abdullahi Mohammed, Zainab Ali Adamu
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.1297

The Role of Cybersecurity Education in Nigeria’s Healthcare Sector

Emmanuel O. Oisakede, Christian Idenobe Odion
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.969
DOI: https://doi.org/10.71480/nmj.v67i2.1246
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