DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/hsd.v26i7

Published: 29 June 2025

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Comparison of the Distribution of Anthropometric Parameters of Healthy Cameroonian Infants to World Health Organization Growth Standards
Comparaison de la Distribution des Paramètres Anthropométriques des Nourrissons Camerounais Sains aux Normes de Croissance de l’Organisation Mondiale de la Santé

Meguieze Claude-Audrey, Ewane Ngole Géraldine Lynn, Nseme Etouckey Éric, Elong Jules Thierry, Epée Ngoué Jeannette, Nguefack Félicitée, Ngo Um Kinjel Suzanne, Koki Ndombo Paul

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Efficacy of Red Blood Cell Transfusion in Hospitalized Neonates in Abidjan: A Prospective Cohort Study
Efficacité Transfusionnelle chez le Nouveau-Né Hospitalisé à Abidjan : Une Étude de Cohorte Prospective

Djivohessoun A, Sorho C, Djoman I, N’Gatta P, Goli, Gro Bi A, Mansou A, Kouadio E, Kouakou C, Ake Assi E, Dainguy ME, Folquet A

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Mid-Term Outcomes of Spinal Surgery for Chronic Low Back Pain in Cameroon: A 352-Patient Multicenter Study
Résultats à Moyen Terme de la Chirurgie des Lombalgies au Cameroun : Étude Multicentrique de 352 Patients

Bello Figuim, Deunga Raissa, Djoubairou Ben Ousmanou, Oumarou Haman Nassourou, Kenfack Ymele Francky W, Djientcheu Vincent de Paul

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Spinal Cord Infarction: A Literature Review Illustrated by a Case
Infarctus Médullaire : Revue de la Littérature à Travers une Observation

Diallo SH, Sangare C, Dao M, Coulibaly A, Diallo M, Danthioko B, Diallo S, Sagara D, Tounkara CO, Fane K, Traore F, Sogodogo K, Dabou M, Tchoumo F, Diallo S, Kante B, Maiga YM

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Ultrasound-Guided Excision of Intracranial Metastasis in a Functional Area: A Report of Two Cases
Exérèse Echoguidée de Métastases Cérébrales dans une Zone Fonctionnelle : À Propos de Deux Cas

Ndome Toto Orlane, Haman Nassourou Oumarou, Bello Figuim, Djientcheu Vincent de Paul

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/hsd.v26i7.6836

Complex Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation Detected by CT Angiography: A Case Report
Malformation Artério-Veineuse Cérébrale Complexe Détectée par Angioscanner : À Propos d’un Cas

Abo'o Melom Adèle Tatiana, Mbede Maggy, Nko’o Amvene Michael Robert, Noah Menounga Jeanne Linda, Ateba Ateba Nelly Stella, Ongolo Zogo Pierre

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Epidemiological, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Features of Epistaxis in Bimbo (Central African Republic)
Aspects Épidémiologiques, Diagnostiques et Thérapeutiques des Épistaxis à Bimbo (République Centrafricaine)

Kossinda F, Doui Doumgba A, Piamale G, Malendoma J R

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Histological Profile of Laryngeal Diseases in African Hospital Setting: A Study of 58 Cases
Profil Histologique des Pathologies Laryngées en Milieu Hospitalier Africain : Étude de 58 Cas

Atanga Léonel Christophe, Meva’a Biouélé Roger Christian, Mossus Yannick, Djieudeu Touko Raissa, Ngo Nyéki Adèle Rose, Djomou Francois, Ndjolo Alexis

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Management of Severe Preeclampsia Complications in Intensive Care in Gabon: Compliance Analysis with National Guidelines
Prise en Charge des Complications de la Prééclampsie Sévère en Réanimation au Gabon : Analyse de Conformité aux Recommandations Nationales

Sagbo Ada LV, Matsanga Arthur, Manga Fernande, Mba Edou Gérard, Zang Mezui Eldrine Marie, Ekegue Nathan, Mpiga Mickoto Bertrand, Obame Richard

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Nasotracheal Intubation Assisted by Fibroscopy in Mandibular Ankylosis: A Case Report
Intubation Nasotrachéale Assistée par Fibroscopie sur Ankylose Mandibulaire : À Propos d’un Cas

Sıdıbe Amadou, Traore Aba, Beye Seydina Alioune, Dıallo Mariam Game, Toure Mahamane, Traore Aba, Traore Sibiri, Traore Fassery, Sımpara Siaka, Traore Aguibou, Traore Mamadou Abdoulaye, Doumbıa Fatoumata Diassé, Traore Abdoul Kahar, Togo Seydou, Dıanı Nouhoum

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Clinico-Radiological Diagnosis of Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 1 in Libreville: Challenges and Limitations
Diagnostic Clinico-Radiologique de Néoplasie Endocrine Multiple Type 1 à Libreville : Enjeux et Limites

Ziza Ngaila Nesta., Nsame Daniela, Mfoumou Annick, Anguezomo Gladys, Pambo Mumba Treycia, Bifoume Ndong Ludwine, Ntyonga Pono

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Cardiometabolic Risk in Diabetic Pilgrims from Bobo Dioulasso: A Pre-Hajj Assessment Study
Profil Cardiométabolique des Pèlerins Diabétiques à Bobo Dioulasso : Une Étude Prospective Pré-Pèlerinage

Abdoul Djalidou Traoré, Yannick Laurent Tchenadoyo Bayala, Wendlassida Martin Nacanabo, Oumarou Aidara, Nab Somé, Emmanuel Komon Cissé, Cathérine Zoungrana, Charles Sougué, Yempabou Sagna, Abraham H. Wend Pagnande Bagabila, Aimé A. Yaméogo, Carole G. Kyelem, Téné M. Yaméogo, Macaire Sampawendé Ouedraogo

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Epidemiological Profile and Risk Factors of Kidney Stones in Cameroon
Profil Épidémiologique et Facteurs de Risque de la Lithiase Rénale au Cameroun

Nguea Ndjame AG, Elimby Ngande LPJ, Ngono Claire S, Amsetou Raye N, Ariane Etok DK, Vincent Ngamby, Marie Patrice Halle

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Blood Transfusion in Malian Obstetrics: Supply Barriers and Implications for Maternal Survival
La Transfusion Sanguine en Milieu Obstétrical au Mali : Barrières d’Accès et Implications pour la Survie Maternelle

Diakité NIM, Maiga S, Diakité CH, Dembélé F, Doumbia S, Traoré OM

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Men's Perceptions of Skin Lightening Among Women in Bouake: Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices in Relation to Health Risks
Perception Masculine de la Dépigmentation Cutanée Féminine à Bouaké : Connaissances, Attitudes et Pratiques Face aux Risques Sanitaires

Diabaté Almamy, Sule Mutiyu Akanbi, Kouabenan Amond Anderson Stephen, Sogodogo Ibrahim, Vagamon Bamba

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Radiotherapy Referral Delays in Breast Cancer Care in Douala (Cameroon): Socio-Clinical Determinants and Therapeutic Implications
Délai de Référence en Radiothérapie pour le Cancer du Sein à Douala (Cameroun): Déterminants Sociocliniques et Implications Thérapeutiques

Hiol Nicolas, Mengue Mana Claire, Bodo Ntede Georges, Elame Franck Emmanuel, Onguene Marie-Vincent, Ngueleodai Roger T, Mapenya Ruth Rosine, Maison Anne Marthe

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Epidemiology and Clinical Features of Maxillofacial Trauma from Two-Wheeler Accidents in Bobo-Dioulasso: Road Safety Implications
Épidémiologie et Aspects Cliniques des Traumatismes Maxillo-Faciaux Liés aux Deux-Roues à Bobo-Dioulasso : Implications pour la Sécurité Routière

COULIBALY Toua Antoine, YANOGO Wendpouiré Armel Aristide, TRAORE Ibraïma, GOUMBANE Balkissa, NIGNAN Abdoul Rahim Ben Issoufou, BAYALA Jean-Patrice, BEOGO Rasmané

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Incidence of COVID-19 in Vaccinated Persons in Congo
Incidence de la COVID-19 chez les Personnes Vaccinées au Congo

Jethro Massala Peya, Gilbert Ndziessi, Gérard Eloko Eya Matangelo, Roch Fabien Niama, Leyka Mukandu Basua Babintu, Ange Clauvel Niama, Joseph Axel Ngatse, Jean-Médard Kankou, Roger Richard Bileckot

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Epidemioclinical Profile and Management of Orbital Cellulitis in Cameroon: A Retrospective Analysis of 82 Case
Profil Épidémioclinique et Prise en Charge des Cellulites Orbitaires au Cameroun : Étude Rétrospective de 82 Cas

Mvilongo C, Edouma J, Akono ME, Nomo A, Badawe E, Maré Njoya J, Nanfack C, Epée E, Bengondo C

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Pediatrics and Adolescence Medicine

Efficacy of Red Blood Cell Transfusion in Hospitalized Neonates in Abidjan: A Prospective Cohort Study
Efficacité Transfusionnelle chez le Nouveau-Né Hospitalisé à Abidjan : Une Étude de Cohorte Prospective

Neurology - Neurosurgery - Neuroradiology

Mid-Term Outcomes of Spinal Surgery for Chronic Low Back Pain in Cameroon: A 352-Patient Multicenter Study
Résultats à Moyen Terme de la Chirurgie des Lombalgies au Cameroun : Étude Multicentrique de 352 Patients

Spinal Cord Infarction: A Literature Review Illustrated by a Case
Infarctus Médullaire : Revue de la Littérature à Travers une Observation

Ultrasound-Guided Excision of Intracranial Metastasis in a Functional Area: A Report of Two Cases
Exérèse Echoguidée de Métastases Cérébrales dans une Zone Fonctionnelle : À Propos de Deux Cas

Complex Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation Detected by CT Angiography: A Case Report
Malformation Artério-Veineuse Cérébrale Complexe Détectée par Angioscanner : À Propos d’un Cas

ENT and Maxillofacial Surgery

Epidemiological, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Features of Epistaxis in Bimbo (Central African Republic)
Aspects Épidémiologiques, Diagnostiques et Thérapeutiques des Épistaxis à Bimbo (République Centrafricaine)

Histological Profile of Laryngeal Diseases in African Hospital Setting: A Study of 58 Cases
Profil Histologique des Pathologies Laryngées en Milieu Hospitalier Africain : Étude de 58 Cas

Anesthesiology - Intensive Care

Management of Severe Preeclampsia Complications in Intensive Care in Gabon: Compliance Analysis with National Guidelines
Prise en Charge des Complications de la Prééclampsie Sévère en Réanimation au Gabon : Analyse de Conformité aux Recommandations Nationales

Nasotracheal Intubation Assisted by Fibroscopy in Mandibular Ankylosis: A Case Report
Intubation Nasotrachéale Assistée par Fibroscopie sur Ankylose Mandibulaire : À Propos d’un Cas

Endocrinology and Metabolic Diseases

Clinico-Radiological Diagnosis of Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 1 in Libreville: Challenges and Limitations
Diagnostic Clinico-Radiologique de Néoplasie Endocrine Multiple Type 1 à Libreville : Enjeux et Limites

Cardiometabolic Risk in Diabetic Pilgrims from Bobo Dioulasso: A Pre-Hajj Assessment Study
Profil Cardiométabolique des Pèlerins Diabétiques à Bobo Dioulasso : Une Étude Prospective Pré-Pèlerinage

Medicine and Surgery in the Tropics

Epidemiological Profile and Risk Factors of Kidney Stones in Cameroon
Profil Épidémiologique et Facteurs de Risque de la Lithiase Rénale au Cameroun

Blood Transfusion in Malian Obstetrics: Supply Barriers and Implications for Maternal Survival
La Transfusion Sanguine en Milieu Obstétrical au Mali : Barrières d’Accès et Implications pour la Survie Maternelle

Men's Perceptions of Skin Lightening Among Women in Bouake: Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices in Relation to Health Risks
Perception Masculine de la Dépigmentation Cutanée Féminine à Bouaké : Connaissances, Attitudes et Pratiques Face aux Risques Sanitaires

Radiotherapy Referral Delays in Breast Cancer Care in Douala (Cameroon): Socio-Clinical Determinants and Therapeutic Implications
Délai de Référence en Radiothérapie pour le Cancer du Sein à Douala (Cameroun): Déterminants Sociocliniques et Implications Thérapeutiques

Epidemiology and Clinical Features of Maxillofacial Trauma from Two-Wheeler Accidents in Bobo-Dioulasso: Road Safety Implications
Épidémiologie et Aspects Cliniques des Traumatismes Maxillo-Faciaux Liés aux Deux-Roues à Bobo-Dioulasso : Implications pour la Sécurité Routière

Incidence of COVID-19 in Vaccinated Persons in Congo
Incidence de la COVID-19 chez les Personnes Vaccinées au Congo

Epidemioclinical Profile and Management of Orbital Cellulitis in Cameroon: A Retrospective Analysis of 82 Case
Profil Épidémioclinique et Prise en Charge des Cellulites Orbitaires au Cameroun : Étude Rétrospective de 82 Cas

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