Browsing by Author "Suleiman, S.T."

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    INDICATIONS AND POSITIVITY RATES OF 14C-UBT FOR HELICOBACTER PYLORI DETECTION
    (Kenya Medical Association, 2023) Bojuwoye, Matthew Olumuyiwa; Agede, Olalekan A; Ilesanmi, Omotoyosi Nike; Aiyedun, Olawale Stephen; Suleiman, S.T.; Aliyu, Aminu Mansa; Ojimi, O.O.
    Background: In order to diagnose H. pylori infection, the 14C-UBT (14 Carbon Urea Breath Test) has become a popular non-invasive diagnostic method. Understanding the 14C-UBT indications and the associated positivity rates can offer helpful insights on the frequency of H. pylori infection in various clinical settings. The purpose of this study was to determine the prevalence of H. pylori infection as determined by the 14C-UBT and to analyze the causes of the patterns seen in various clinical presentations. Methods: From 2012 through 2019, pertinent data, including biodata, symptoms, and test results, were obtained from the authorized register. Statistical software for social sciences (SPSS) v22 was used to examine the data once they had been entered into a spreadsheet. Results: The findings revealed that the prevalence of H. pylori infection was highest in people between the ages of 41 and 50, with 45 of 167 patients testing positive. The most frequent reason for performing the 14C-UBT was dyspepsia, with a high positive rate of almost 63.29%. This result can be related to the recognized relationship between H. pylori and chronic gastritis and peptic ulcer disease, both of which are known to produce dyspeptic symptoms. Conclusion: In addition to highlighting dyspepsia as the most frequent indication for the 14C-UBT, this study sheds light on the greater frequency of H. pylori infection in the 41–50-year age group. The diagnosis and treatment of illnesses linked to H. pylori can be aided by understanding these patterns and relationships, ultimately leading to better patient care.
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    Prevalence and Associated Risk Factors of Hepatitis B Virus Infection Among Healthcare Professionals in a Tertiary Care Hospital in Nigeria: A Cross Sectional Study
    (The Faculty of Basic Clinical Sciences, University of Medical Sciences, Ondo state, Nigeria, 2023) Suleiman, S.T.; Bojuwoye, Matthew Olumuyiwa; Idris, S.O.; Ogunfemi, M.K.; Omokanye, K.O.; Bello, A.H.; Omotoso, A.B.O; Ahmed, A; Oni, J.O.; Imran, J; Oyewopo, C.I.
    This study investigated the prevalence and risk factors of hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection among healthcare professionals (HCPs) in a tertiary care hospital in Nigeria. Of the 355 participants, 7.3% were infected with HBV, with nurses having a highest prevalence rate of7.2%. Multivariate analysis identified age group 30-39 and a history of needle-stick injury as independent risk factors for HBV infection. Only 40.3% of HCPs had received complete HBV vaccination, with 31.0% reporting incomplete vaccination and 28.2% having had no vaccination. The study highlights the importance of implementing comprehensive HBV vaccination programs and strict adherence to infection control guidelines to prevent occupational transmission of HBV among HCPs in Nigeria. The findings also emphasize the need for increased awareness of the risk factors associated with HBV infection among HCPs. These insight scan guide the development of effective public health policies aimed at reducing the burden of HBV infection in the healthcare sector