Browsing by Author "Ahmed Abdullahi"

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    Assisted Reproductive Technology: The Perspectives of Religious Leaders in Ogun State, South-Western Nigeria
    (Wolters-Kluwer (MedKnow), 2023-09-06) Jimoh Olanrewaju Saheed; Ahmed AbdulMumin K.; Jimoh-Abdulghaffaar Hidaayah Oluwamayowa; Adeniyi Makinde A.; Egua Andrew I.; Animashaun Oladimeji A.; Gwadabe Sadiya M.; Ahmed Abdullahi
    Background: Infertility is a disease of the male or female reproductive system defined by the failure to achieve a pregnancy after 12 months or more of regular unprotected sexual intercourse. Prevalence is about 30.3% in Africa. In Nigeria, it is associated with emotional crises and stigmatization. Consequently, couples seek orthodox and non-orthodox treatment including assisted reproductive technology (ART) to achieve conception. ARTs have helped with about 50% of infertility cases in the Western world. However, it is yet to achieve the same feat in Africa and this has been attributed to religious hindrances among other factors. The study aims to assess the awareness, knowledge, and beliefs of religious leaders on ART. Materials and Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study using questionnaires was carried out among randomly selected religious leaders above the age of 18 years using a multistage sampling technique. Data from the questionnaires were analyzed using SPSS version 22.0. Level of statistical significance was set at P < 0.05. Results: The results showed that 77.7% agreed ART is used to manage infertility, 88.2% agreed that ART can sometimes fail, and 92.3% believed their faith permits ART. All the religious platforms accepted ART. The male respondents agreed to accept adults born through ART to lead prayers in churches, mosques, and traditional settings unlike their female counterparts. Conclusion: Majority of followers of Christianity, Islam, and traditional religions are aware of, and accept some, but not all ARTs, and will accept children born through ART into their congregations.
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    Atherogenic and Cardiovascular Risks of Women on Combined Oral Contraceptives: A Comparative Study
    (Wolters-Kluwer (MedKnow)., 2021-12) Jimoh Olanrewaju Saheed; Abdul Ishaq Funsho; Balogun Olayinka R; Biliaminu Sikiru A; Adeniran AS; Jimoh-Abdulghaffaar Hidaayah Oluwamayowa; Adesina Kikelomo T; Ahmed Abdullahi; Oladosu Wahab Olatunbosun
    Although combined oral contraceptive (COC) is commonly used in sub‑Saharan Africa, data on its cardiovascular disease risk remains scanty. The study aimed to determine serial serum lipid profiles and cardiovascular disease risks among COC‑users. Methods: This is a prospective, comparative multicentered study conducted at four health facilities in Nigeria. Participants were new users of contraceptives; 120 each of women initiating COCs (group I) and those initiating other forms of nonhormonal contraceptives (group II) were recruited and monitored over a 6‑month period. Serial lipid profile, blood pressure, and atherogenic risk for cardiovascular diseases were measured at recruitment (start) and scheduled follow‑up clinic visits at 3 months and 6 months for all participants. Statistical analysis was performed with SPSS (version 21.0) and P value < 0.05 was considered significant. Results: In all, 225 participants (111 COC‑users, 114 nonCOC‑users) that completed the study were aged 18 to 49 years. There was a statistically significant increase in the diastolic blood pressure (P = 0.001), Low Density Lipoprotein‑ Cholesterol (P = 0.038) and higher atherogenic risk (P = 0.001) among COC‑users compared to nonCOC‑users. The serial total serum cholesterol, triglyceride, High Density Lipoprotein, systolic blood pressure, and body mass index were higher among COC‑users but were not statistically significant compared to nonCOC‑users. Conclusion: Alterations in lipid profile and increased short‑term atherogenic risk for cardiovascular disease were reported among the COC‑users in this study. Serial lipid profile and atherogenic risk assessment for cardiovascular diseases are recommended for monitoring of COC‑users.