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Clinical value of Chinese and western medicine for the treatment of early-stage avascular necrosis of the femoral head
Conclusions: Interventional therapy followed by Chinese medicine is the preferred choice to treat early-stage avascular necrosis of the femoral head. [Ethiop. J. Health Dev.2021; 35(3): 258-263]Keywords:femoral head necrosis; a combination of TCM and western medicine; interventional radiology. (Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development)
Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development - November 25, 2021 Category: African Health Authors: Xiaomei Wang, Lili Xu , Jingqi Han , Peng Zheng Source Type: research

PPAR agonists for the treatment of cardiovascular disease in patients with Diabetes
Conclusions: According to this study, Pioglitazone treatment in type 2 diabetes patients and hypersensitive Ischemic stroke patients is linked to minor ischemic stroke which is recurrent in Asian people. Pioglitazone and the telmisartan treatment have an increasing pleiotropic effect related to the higher PPAR- gamma effects. Further research needs to be conducted with the PPAR mechanism ' s details to confirm the PPAR effect on Ischemic stroke treatment. [Ethiop. J. Health Dev. 2021; 35(3): 249-257]Keywords: PPAR agonist, Dyslipidaemia, Thiazolidinediones, Type 2 diabetes, Pioglitazone, PPAR-alpha, PPAR-gamma, Insulin res...
Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development - November 25, 2021 Category: African Health Authors: Zheng Xia, Guo Lixia, Zhang Zhijun Source Type: research

Early clinical effects of percutaneous endoscopic focal cleaning and drainage in the treatment of single level suppurative spondylitis
Conclusion: After summarising all the effects, we can conclude that endoscopy must be an alternative to surgery for suppurative spondylitis. [Ethiop. J. Health Dev. 2021; 35(3): 244-248]Keywords: Suppurative spondylitis, percutaneous endoscopy, osteomyelitis, conservative treatment. (Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development)
Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development - November 25, 2021 Category: African Health Authors: Qinghua Guan, Rongrong Huang, Jingqi Han, Peng Zheng Source Type: research

Critical care of the burn patient: the first 48 hours
Conclusion:Though the survival rate is very high immediate treatment is necessary for burn patients. It is crucial to give the initial therapy for burn patients due to other physical complications. Depending on the patient ' s condition, the mortality rate also varies. Despite all difficulties, good nursing and medication can completely cure burn injuries. [Ethiop. J. Health Dev. 2021; 35(3): 239-243]Keywords: Shock,inhalation injury, interquartile range, total body surface area. (Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development)
Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development - November 25, 2021 Category: African Health Authors: Dandan Zhao , Xiaohong Huang Source Type: research

Nursing resources and major respiratory assessment and immobility complications among bedridden patients
Conclusions: A higher number of nursing staff and the senior and intermediate nursing staff chiefly contribute to reducing the significant immobility problems. Nursing experience is significantly related to immobility complications. However, the relationship between nursing education level and major immobility complications requires further research. [Ethiop. J. Health Dev. 2021; 35(3): 234-238]Keywords: Nursing resources; Aging; bedridden patients; pneumonia. (Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development)
Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development - November 25, 2021 Category: African Health Authors: Yuanyuan Li, Yan Jiang, Pingping Qu, Yu Tang, Ying Liu Source Type: research

Pediatric gynecology: ovarian teratomas in children
Conclusion: This research found several information deficits in the database of pediatric ovarian teratoma. This subject, overall, has not been fully researched especially with regards to, this cancer and patient population, which require further research. [Ethiop. J. Health Dev. 2021; 35(3):227-233]Keywords: Ovarian teratoma, Ovarian neoplasm, Gynecology, Pediatrics (Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development)
Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development - November 25, 2021 Category: African Health Authors: Pang Xinqin, Qiu Zihong , Xu Shucui Source Type: research

The effect of multidrug-resistant infections in cancer hospital intensive care unit
Conclusion: The production of MDR bacteria is a daunting challenge for clinicians with inadequate treatment possibilities. The risk of developing bacterium MDR-HAI, which has a negative effect on survival, is high for serious cancer patients in intensive care. [Ethiop. J. Health Dev. 2021; 35(3): 220-226]Keywords: Health Care-associated Infections (HAI), ICU, oncology, multi-drug resistant bacteria (MDRB), Antibiotics (Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development)
Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development - November 25, 2021 Category: African Health Authors: Cui Qiulian, Zhang Zhijun , Guan Yanliang Source Type: research

Bakuchiol protects against adverse cardiac remodeling after myocardial infarction
Conclusions:Our data suggest that BAK treatment, as a novel therapeutic strategy, protects against adverse cardiac remodeling and maintains cardiac function after MI, likely via the ERK2 and TGF- β1 signaling pathways. [Ethiop. J. Health Dev.2021; 35(3):208-219]Key Words：Bakuchiol, myocardial infarction, cardiac fibrosis, cardiac fibroblast, ERK2, TGF-β1 (Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development)
Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development - November 25, 2021 Category: African Health Authors: Yun-Jiao Duan, Zhu-Xia Shen, Ting Huang, Hui-Hui Gu, Yu-Tian Wu, Yu-Min Sun, Jun Wang Source Type: research

Impact of COVID-19 on Care Seeking Behavior of Patients at Tertiary Care Chronic Follow-up Clinics in Ethiopia: A Cross-Sectional Telephone Survey.
Conclusion: Patient ’s care-seeking behavior with chronic medical conditions at the chronic care clinics of TASH were seriously compromised during COVID-19. Patient’s age (>60 years), chronic disease severity, fear of COVID 19 and transportation problems significantly predicted LTFU. Strategies such as task shifting and establishment of telemedicine services should be explored to meet the ongoing health needs of chronically ill patients on established follow up care. [Ethiop. J. Health Dev. 2021; 35(3):200-207]Keywords: Care-seeking behavior, chronic disease, COVID-19, Ethiopia, Loss to follow up (Source: Ethiopian ...
Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development - November 25, 2021 Category: African Health Authors: Tamirat Moges, Workeabeba Abebe , Alemayehu Worku Yalew, Henok Tadele, Tewodros Haile, Damte Shimelis, Desalew Mekonnen, Wondwosson Amogne, Ayalew Moges, Abebe Habtamu Tamire, Rahel Argaw Kebede, Sewagegn Yeshiwas , Hyleyesus Adam , Asrat Dimtse , Wakgari Source Type: research

Nutritional status, dietary diversity, and food security of adolescent girls in rural Bangladesh
Conclusion: Compared to underweight, overweight and obesity were shown to be more prevalent. However, a small percentage of the individuals reported various levels of food insecurity in this study. To attain an optimal level of nutrition, it is essential to ensure expanded food availability for the rural community. Proper nutrition education at primary and secondary education levels will enable teens to have diversified foods as well as assists in gaining healthy weight. [Ethiop. J. Health Dev. 2021; 35(3):194-199]Keywords: Nutritional status, Dietary diversity, Food security, Adolescents, Rural Bangladesh (Source: Ethiopi...
Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development - November 25, 2021 Category: African Health Authors: Gopal Kumar Ghosh, Md Nazrul Islam, Khairun Nahar Juthi, Afsana Yesmin, Tamima Rahman, Dr Rokshana Rabeya Source Type: research

Cooking smoke (household air pollution) exposure status of households in Ethiopia: A further analysis based on 2016 DHS data.
Conclusion: Cooking smoke exposure in studied households in Ethiopia was a persistent problem. Socio-demographic and economic factors along with advancing of clean energy technologies and behavior intervention need to be implemented to address the problem of household air pollution. [Ethiop. J. Health Dev.2021; 35(3):183-193]Key words:Cooking, Smoke, Exposure, Household, Ethiopia, EDHS (Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development)
Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development - November 25, 2021 Category: African Health Authors: Desta Debalkie Atnafu, Asmamaw Ketemaw , Yonatan Menber , Yosef Wassihun, Habtamu Alganeh Guadie Source Type: research

Knowledge, attitude, and practice of pain assessment and management in children among pediatric and pediatric surgical residents in Tikur Anbessa Specialized Hospital
Conclusion and recommendation: Knowledge deficit, poor attitude, and poor practice on pediatric pain assessment and management were discovered from this study. The findings of the present study emphasize the need to improve the Knowledge, attitude, and practices of residents on assessment and management of pain in children. [Ethiop. J. Health Dev. 2021; 35(3):177-182]Keywords: Pain, knowledge, attitude, pediatrics (Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development)
Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development - November 25, 2021 Category: African Health Authors: Degefu Dana, Muluwork Tefera Source Type: research

Spatial variation and level of compliance on COVID-19 Prevention strategies in Amhara region, Ethiopia: Observational survey
Conclusion: The level of compliance with regards to hand hygiene, physical distancing and mask utilization exhibit spatial variation across the region. Continuous community-based education using different modalities are necessary to increase the practice of hand hygiene, physical distancing and mask utilization. [Ethiop. J. Health Dev.2021; 35(3):165-176]Keywords: Hand hygiene, physical distancing, mask utilization, CVOID-19, Amhara, Ethiopia (Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development)
Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development - November 25, 2021 Category: African Health Authors: Tadesse Awoke Ayele, Netsanet Fentahun , Sofonyas Abebaw Tiruneh, Mahteme Haile, Taye Zeru , Girum Meseret, Molalign Tarekegn, Desalew ‎ Salew , Ale Ayal , Melashu Balew, Tariku Belachew, Muluken Azage Source Type: research

Knowledge and perceptions of COVID-19 among government employees in Ethiopia: A cross-sectional study
Conclusions: This study has found higher levels of knowledge and perceptions among respondents about COVID-19. Efforts should be focused on improving the knowledge, perceived susceptibility, severity, and benefits of preventive measures by providing timely and adequate information through trusted sources of information. . [Ethiop. J. Health Dev. 2021; 35(3):153-164]Keywords: COVID-19, Ethiopia, Government employees, Knowledge, Perception, SARS-COV-2 (Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development)
Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development - November 25, 2021 Category: African Health Authors: Wakgari Deressa, Alemayehu Worku, Wondwosson Amogne, Sefonias Getachew, Awgichew Kifle, Workeabeba Abebe Source Type: research

Platelet to Lymphocyte and Neutrophil to Lymphocyte Ratios are useful in differentiation of thyroid conditions with normal and increased uptake
Conclusions: We suggest that NLR and PLR could serve as additional diagnostic tools in the differentiation of thyroid conditions with increased uptake from that with normal uptake. [Ethiop. J. Health Dev. 2021; 35(3):149-153]Keywords: thyroid uptake, neutrophil to lymphocyte ratio, platelet to lymphocyte ratio, thyroid diseases, inflammatory markers (Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development)
Source: Ethiopian Journal of Health Development - November 25, 2021 Category: African Health Authors: Hamdi Afsin, G ülali Aktas Source Type: research