Galinsoga parviflora restored associated motor coordination through increased linear distribution of Purkinje Cells in mercury chloride-induced toxicity of mice’s cerebellum
July 2022
Mercury (Hg) is a poisonous substance associated with diseases, such as ataxia and Joubert syndrome. Therefore, it is important to find a way to disrupt the process of Hg poisoning in the cerebellum, by exploring the medicinal value of local herb such as Galinsoga parviflora (GP). This study examined the effects of aqueous leaf extract of GP in HgCl2-induced cerebellar toxicity in adult male mice. Twenty-five adult male...
The study of attenuating effects of quercetin on spatial memory impairment and degenerative changes in hippocampus of lead exposed rats
May 2021
Lead neurotoxicity has been studied in animal models to induce neurodegeneration. The study was aimed to evaluate the attenuating effects of quercetin on spatial memory impairment and degenerative changes in hippocampus of lead exposed rats. Thirty (30) Wistar rats were randomly divided into six groups of five rats per group (each, n = 5). Groups I (control) and II were administered distilled water and lead,...
Effect of n-butanol extract of Cannabis sativa L. extract on the cerebral cortex of adult Wistar rats
February 2020
The present study was aimed at investigating the effect of Cannabis sativa L. administration on neurobehavior and histology of the frontal cortex ofadult Wistar rats. Eighteen (18) adult Wistar rats (120 to 140 g) were divided into three (3) groups of six (6) animals per. Animals in group 1 (control) were given 1 ml/kg distilled water, while groups 2 and 3 were administered with 250 and 500 mg/kg of n-Butanol extract of...
Phytochemical and in vitro antioxidant studies on methanol extract of Vernonia calvoana leaf and its polar fractions: Preliminary study
January 2020
This study aims to screen possible antioxidant potentials of methanol extract and polar fractions of Vernonia calvoana leaves and its phytochemical constituents since the leaves are used ethno medically in managing ailments like wounds, blood pressure, inflammation, arthritis, and bone diseases. Dried leaves (900 g) were ground and de-fatted with n-hexane. The dry marc was extracted using 80% methanol and water....
Assessment of the effect of post-natal lead exposure on the hippocampus of developing Wistar rats
December 2019
This study examined the effect of post-natal lead exposure on the hippocampus of developing Wistar rats. Nine pregnant Wistar rats were randomly distributed into three groups of three rats each, consisting of a control Group 1 which received distilled water and experimental Groups 2 and 3 orally administered with 60 and 90 mg/kg bwt of lead acetate, respectively. The pups of the experimental Groups 2 and 3 were exposed...
A comparative study of cultural and molecular techniques for the identification of bacterial contaminants of cockroaches (Periplaneta americana)
August 2019
The increasing trends of insect associated bacterial infection in humans are severely hampered by disparaging number of bacteria obtained with the culture-based technique. This study therefore determined how the analysis of the 16S rDNA sequences would compare in terms of precision and reliability to the most adoptable culture-based technique. Results obtained depict enhanced accuracy of molecular technique over...
Temporal bone histopathology study on cochlear otosclerosis: A memoir for the cochlear implant surgeon
June 2019
The aim of this study was to describe the pathologic changes in temporal bones with cochlear otosclerosis that may have implications for cochlear implantation. Fifteen human temporal bones with otosclerosis were used for this study. In each temporal bone was studied: (1) medial wall of the middle ear and in particular the horizontal segment of the facial nerve canal; (2) the round window niche and the corresponding part...
Umbilical cord torsion leading to intrauterine fetal death
June 2019
The umbilical cord is the critical organ that links the placenta and fetus. The intrauterine conditions and fetal activity influences the umbilical cord length. The normal umbilical cord is spiraled. By ultrasound, the spiral nature of the umbilical cord can be demonstrated early in the ï¬rst trimester. Most of the adverse pregnancy and perinatal outcomes are related to abnormal Umbilical Cord coiling Index (UCI). A 23...
CD34 positive stem cells recovered from cord blood remain viable after six months of cryoprotective storage process
May 2019
Cord blood can be used as an alternative source for bone marrow transplantation and its use is developing into a new field of treatment for patients presenting with haematological disorders, immunological defects and specific genetic diseases; including haemoglobinopathies. The aim was to assess the viability of frozen cord blood as a source of HSC which may be suitable for transplantation. Blood specimens were obtained...
Effect of formalin fixation on DNA purity and quantity, nucleic acid, and amplicon size in cervical human papilloma virus detection
September 2018
Tissue fixation with 10% formalin and molten paraffin wax embedding (FFPE) is routinely used protocol for tissue preservation in histopathology laboratory. We therefore aimed at comparing the differences in DNA quantity, DNA purity, nucleic acid and its effect on primers (PCR) amplicon (bp) sizes between fresh cervical tissues and formalin fixed paraffin embedded (FFPE). The differences in DNA purity, quantity and...
Effect of Theobroma cacao on renal function of wistar albino rats induced with anaemia
August 2018
The study investigated the effect of Theobroma cacao on renal function of phenylhydrazine induced anaemic albino rats. Forty albino rats were divided into 8 groups of five rats each namely control (group A), Phenyl hydrazine (group B) while groups C, D and E were given phenylhydrazine and administered with 100,200 and 500 mg/kg of T. cacao respectively while groups F, G and H were given 200,500 and 1000 mg/kg of T cacao...
Some plasma biochemical changes in layers experimentally infected with Pasteurella multocida
August 2018
The present study was carried out to investigate some biochemical alterations in layers experimentally infected with Pasteurella multocida. A total of 20 eighteen-week old ISA Brown layers were used in the experiment. The birds were randomly assigned to two groups (infected and control) of 10 layers each. To establish infection, each bird in the infected group was challenged by intra nasal (0.1 ml) and intramuscular...
Phenotypic detection of multidrug resistant extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) producing Escherichia coli from clinical samples
July 2018
A clinico-laboratory investigation of multidrug resistant (MDR) characteristics of extended spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL) producing Escherichia coli pathotypes from some hospitals in Bauchi metropolis, Nigeria, was carried out. A total of 198 E. coli isolates were recovered from different patients’ age group (0 to above 70 years), comprising of 134 males and 85 females, as both out-patient (126) and in-patient...
Comparative study of the effects of aqueous and ethanol fruit extracts of Phoenix dactylifera L. on the cerebellar cortex of Artesunate–Amodiaquine treated adult Wistar rats
July 2018
This study was to evaluate the effects of aqueous and ethanol fruit extracts of Phoenix dactylifera on the cerebellar cortex of Artesunate-Amodiaquine (AS–AQ) treated Wistar rats. Thirty-six adult male Wistar rats were randomly divided into nine groups (n=4). Group 1 served as the control; Group 2 received 2.86/8.75 mg/kg AS–AQ. Group 3 received 2.86/8.75 mg/kg AS–AQ + 100 mg/kg ascorbic acid; Groups...
Determination of egg production and weight in layers experimentally infected with Salmonella gallinarum
June 2018
The present study was conducted to determine egg production and weight in layers experimentally infected with Salmonella gallinarum. Twenty layers were used for the research. The layers were purchased at the age of 18 weeks from certified commercial poultry farm in Kujama farm, Kaduna State, Nigeria and housed in the Animal Research Unit of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ahmadu Bello...
Histological and histochemical assessements on the effect of ethanol fruit extract of Phoenix dactylifera L. (Date Palm) on cerebral cortex of lead acetate treated wistar rats
June 2018
This study histologically and histochemically assess the effect of ethanol fruit extract of Phoenix dactylifera L. (EFPD) on the cerebral cortex of lead acetate exposed Wistar rats. Twenty rats were grouped into five groups (A to E, n=4). Group A (control) was administered distilled water (2 ml/kg), while groups B to E were treatment groups. Cerebral damage was induced in rats by the administration of lead acetate (120...
Some plasma biochemical changes in layers experimentally infected with Salmonella gallinarum
December 2017
Aim: The study was conducted to investigate some plasma biochemical changes in layers experimentally infected with Salmonella Gallinarum Methods: A total of 20 eighteen-week- old ISA Brown layers were used in the experiment. The birds were randomly divided into two groups; infected and control, of 10 birds each. Each bird in the infected group was orally administered 0.5 ml of the inoculum containing...
Determination of median lethal dose of ethanolic extract of Sesamum Indicum seeds in adult wistar rats
December 2017
The aim of this research was to determine the median lethal dose of sesamum indicum seeds in Wistar rats. Methods: Twelve Wistar rats within the ages of five to six weeks and of weights, ranging from (98-160) g of both sexes were used for the experiment. They were categorized into two phases of I and II. Phase I consisted three (3) groups of three (3) animals each. While phase II consisted three (3) groups...
ATELECTATIC AND DEGENERATIVE EFFECTS OF DATURA METEL LEAF EXTRACT ON THE MORPHOLOGY OF THE ALVEOLAR AND HEPATIC TISSUES
September 2017
Aim: This study was aimed at investigating the effects of Datura metel (D. metel) on the histology of the lungs and liver in rat models. Methods: Twenty rats were divided into four groups of five each. D. metel extract was administered (50, 100 and 150mg/kg) to the rats through an orogastric tube once daily for 21days. Results: The histomorphological parameters showed thin atrophic and collapsed alveolar sacs...
PREVALENCE OF MALARIA PARASITES AMONG PREGNANT WOMEN IN UGHELLI, DELTA STATE
September 2017
Aim: A total of 200 pregnant women were prospectively studied for malaria parasitaemia from October, 2016 to June, 2017 at the Central Hospital Ughelli, Delta State, Nigeria Methods: Malaria parasitaemia was determined microscopically using romanoswsky staining technique. Results: Our result shows that the prevalence rate of parasitaemia in 1st, 2nd and 3rdtrimesters was statistically significant (P<0.05)....
FOOD POISONING ASSOCIATED BACTERIA ON FRUITS IN THE OPEN MARKETS IN LAGOS NIGERIA
September 2017
Aim: To determine the presence of food poisoning bacteria on fruits in the open markets. Method: A total of 1000 assorted fruits consisting 100 each of guava, carrots, oranges, mangoes, African cherry, pear, water melon, cashew, apple and garden eggs were randomly collected from open markets in Lagos, Nigeria. A sterile cotton wool tipped applicator pre-soaked in normal saline was used to rinse the fruits and...
ANTIMICROBIAL SUSCEPTIBILITY PATTERN OF CLINICAL ISOLATES OF SALMONELLA TYPHI ASSOCIATED WITH SEPTICEMIA AMONG CHILDREN AGED 0-5 YEARS IN KANO, NIGERIA
September 2017
Aim: Typhoid fever is a preventable and treatable enteric disease which can be effectively treated when adequately diagnosed and right antibiotic choice made. It is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in 10-18% of affected children aged 0-5 years. The aim of this work was to determine the antibiotic susceptibility pattern of clinical isolates of Salmonella typhi associated with septicaemia among children aged 0-5...
SEROBIOCHEMICAL CHANGES ASSOCIATED WITH HIGHLY PATHOGENIC AVIAN INFLUENZA IN LAYER CHICKENS IN JOS, PLATEAU STATE, NIGERIA
September 2017
Aim: To assess some serobiochemical changes in layer chickens affected with H5N1 Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) virus in Plateau State, Nigeria. Methods: Five sera samples were collected from ten infected commercial farms (fifty from all the infected layer farms). Five sera samples from non-infected chickens (1 from each layer farm that was free from infection) were used as control. Serum Aspartate...
COMPARATIVE HAEMATOLOGY OF SOME SPECIES OF APPARENTLY HEALTHY FREE-LIVING WILD BIRDS IN ZARIA, NIGERIA
September 2017
Aim: To determine the baseline haematological parameters for some apparently free-living wild birds in Zaria, Nigeria. Methods: 133 birds from 7 species were used for the study; 20 each of Streptopelia senegalensis (Laughing Dove), Treron waalia (Bruce’s Green Pigeon), Psittacula krameri (Rose-Ringed Parakeet), Poicephalus senegalus (Senegal Parrot), and 19 Columba guinea (Speckled Pigeon), 16 Streptopelia...
BIOCHEMICAL AND HISTOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT OF THE CEREBELLUM IN ADULT WISTAR RATS FOLLOWING THE ADMINISTRATION OF AQUEOUS EXTRACT OF NICOTIANA TABAC
September 2017
Aim: Using an animal model the direct effect of aqueous extract of Nicotiana tabacum (ANT) administration on the biochemical parameters and cerebellum in Wistar rats was investigated. Methods: Twenty four (24) rats were divided into four groups with six rats per group with an average weight of 150 g. Group 1 served as the Control and was administered distilled water (1 ml/kg bw) and Groups 2, 3 & 4 received 1000...
HIBISCUS-VAN GIESON STAIN FOR COLLAGEN FIBRES
September 2017
Aim: This is an experimental study aimed at exploring the capability of Hibiscus extract-iron solution counterstained with van Gieson stain to demonstrate collagen fibres in skin tissue. Methods: 10% neutral buffered formalin fixed, paraffin embedded tissue blocks of skin were retrieved from the tissue block archive of the Department of Pathology, Unilorin Teaching Hospital, Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria. Two blocks...
Ascorbic acid and testosterone efficacy in spermatoxic and histomorphological changes in Corpora cavernosa in priapism induced sprague-dawley rats
August 2017
Aim: The histomorphological changes in the corpora cavernosa following priapism remains an interesting observation due to its pathological and reproductive implications. We investigated the attenuating effect of testosterone and vitamin C on the corpora cavernosa induced fibrosis in priapism of rats. Methods: Twenty-five Sprague – Dawley male rats were randomly allocated into 5 groups of rats each Group 1 served...
Male breast adenomyoepithelioma- A case report and literature review
June 2017
Adenomyoepithelioma is an uncommon primary breast tumor characterized by a biphasic proliferation of epithelial and myoepithelial cells which was first described by Hampperl in 1970. The largest reported series had been by Tavassoli (1991) who in reported 27 cases. Most of the others have been one or two case reports. Except for two in male patients [Tamura et al., 1993, Berna et al., 1997] all the reported cases have...
Haematological changes in layers experimentally infected with salmonella gallinarum
June 2017
Aim: The present study was conducted to investigate the haematological changes in layers experimentally infected with Salmonella gallinarum. Methods: A total of 20 eighteen-week- old ISA Brown layers were used for the experiment. The birds were randomly divided into two groups, infected and control, of 10 birds each. To establish the infection, each bird in the infected group was orally administered 0.5 ml of the...
Histomorphology of seminal vesicle and testicular tissue of Wistar rats following administration of Carica Papaya
June 2017
Aim: This study was aimed at evaluating the effect of Carica papaya on male reproductive organs. Methods: Twenty Wistar rats were randomly grouped into 4 of 5 rats each. They were fed with 2.5g/kg, 5g/kg and 7.5g/kg of ethanolic extract of Carica papaya once a day. The first group was given water. The rats were sacrificed on the 14th...
EVALUATION OF THE TOXICITY OF PHYLLANTHUS AMARUS IN WISTAR ALBINO RATS
May 2017
Aim: The study evaluated the acute and sub acute toxicity of the aqueous leaf extract of Phyllathus amarus Schum. and Thonn using Wistar albino rat. Methods: Sixty-one adult Wistar rats were grouped four groups with ten rats per group for acute study. Rats in group 2, 3 and 4 received 2000mg/kg, 4000mg/kg, and 8000mg/kg of the extract respectively. For sub acute study, rats were divided into three groups with seven...
A STUDY OF ULCER INDUCED STOMACH OF ALBINO RATS TREATED WITH IDOGU MIXTURE, A POTENT ANTI-ULCER HERBAL DRUG
April 2017
Aim: The aim of this study was to assess the potency of the anti-ulcer drug, Idogun on the stomach of ulcer induced albino rats. Method: Six groups of locally bred albino rats were used. Each group containing five rats of either sex were orally treated respectively with distilled water (ulcer control group), omeprazole 20mg/kg (reference group) and 100, 200, 400 and 800mg/kg extract of Idogun anti –ulcer...
SEROPREVALENCE AND HAEMATOLOGICAL STUDIES OF SOME WILD AND SEMI-DOMESTICATED BIRDS NATURALLY INFECTED WITH AVIAN POX VIRUS IN ZARIA, NGERIA
March 2017
Aim: To determine seroprevalence and haematological parameters of some wild and semidomesticated birds naturally infected with avian pox virus (APV). Methods: A total of 160 birds belonging to 12 species were used for the study. Serum samples obtained from these birds were analyzed for antibodies to Avian Pox Virus (APV) using agar gel precipitation test. Natt-Herricks methods and thin blood smear technique were...
EVALUATION OF THE EFFECTS OF AQUEOUS GARLIC EXTRACT ON LEAD-INDUCED CHANGES ON CEREBELLUM OF WISTAR RATS
February 2017
Aims: The effects of aqueous garlic extract on lead-induced changes on the cerebellum of Wistar rats was investigated. Methods: Forty five Wistar rats were randomly divided into nine groups. Group 1 served as Control. Groups 2 and 3 received lead at low and high doses. Group 4 received lead and garlic extract at low doses while Group 5 received lead at high dose and garlic extract at low dose. Group 6 received lead...
PRELIMINARY HISTOLOGICAL STUDIES ON THE EFFECT OF AQUEOUS FRUIT EXTRACT OF PHOENIX DACTYLIFERA L. (DATE PALM) ON LEAD ACETATE-INDUCED CEREBELLAR DAMAGES IN WISTAR RATS
January 2017
Aim: This study was to histologically assess the therapeutic effect of aqueous fruit extract of Phoenix dactylifera (AFEPD) on lead acetate-induced cerebellar damage in Wistar rats. Methods: Twenty four rats were grouped into six (I–VI; n=4). Group I (control) received distilled water (1 ml/kg). Group II received lead acetate (LA, 120mg/kg) only. Groups III and IV received LA (120mg/kg) followed by AFEPD...
IMMUNOHISTOCHEMICAL EXPRESSION OF p16(INK4A) PROTEIN IN CERVICAL DYSPLASIA AND CARCINOMA IN PATIENTS ATTENDING FEDERAL TEACHING HOSPITAL, GOMBE, NIGERIA
December 2016
Aim: This study was conducted to determine and compare the immunohistochemical expression of p16(INK4a) in cervical dysplasia and carcinoma in Gombe, Nigeria. Materials: Seventy eight cases of cervical neoplasm; comprising 17 cases of cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN), 53 cases of squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), 6 cases of adenocarcinoma and 2 cases of adenosquamous carcinoma. All samples were stained using...
HIBISCUS EXTACT-IRON-VAN GIESON: A NEW MORPHOLOGICAL STAINING TECHNIQUE IN NEURO-HISTOLOGY
November 2016
Aim: To investigate the suitability of Hibiscus extract mordanted with ferric chloride and counterstained with Van Gieson in the demonstration of brain histomorphology. Method: 10% formol saline fixed brain tissues from cerebellum, cerebrum and basal ganglia were processed by the paraffin wax technique, sectioned and stained with H&E labeled A, Hibiscus/Van Gieson stain labeled B and Weigert’s Van Gieson...
COGNITIVE-ENHANCING AND NEUROTHERAPEUTIC PROSPECTS OF VISCUM ALBUM IN EXPERIMENTAL MODEL OF ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE
July 2016
Aim: Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterised by multiple cognitive deficits, behavioural disorders, mood changes and neurohistological alterations including neurofibrillary degeneration, and development of plaques and tangles of fibrous proteins in the brain. Novel natural antioxidants from plants like Viscum album may offer an effective and safe means of bolstering the...
COGNITIVE-ENHANCING AND NEUROTHERAPEUTIC PROSPECTS OF VISCUM ALBUM IN EXPERIMENTAL MODEL OF ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE
July 2016
Aim: Histomorphological effect of ascorbic acid on mercury exposure on temporal lobe of the cerebral cortex of Adult Wistar rats was investigated. Methods: Twenty five adult Wistar rats of average weight of 185 grams were randomly divided into five groups of five rats per group namely; a control group administered with normal saline, a mercuric chloride only group (HgCl2; 49.8mg/kg), HgCl2 with distilled water...
HEMATOLOGICAL EVALUATION OF ABINO RATS ORALLY ADMINISTERED PYRETHROIDS FORMULATION
July 2016
Aim: This study was carried out to determine the effect of Mortein on some hematological parameters. Methods: Fifty adult Albino rats (150- 200g) were acquired from the animal house of the College of Health Sciences, Delta State University Abraka and placed into four groups. Groups 1- 3 contained 15 rats each, while 4 contained 5 rats. Groups 1-3 were further sub-divided into 3 sub-groups of 5 rats each. The rats in...
EFFECT OF PRENATAL ETHANOL EXPOSURE AND EXTRACT OF TAMARINDUS INDICA PULP ON THE CEREBRAL CORTEX OF WISTAR RATS
July 2016
Aim: The aim of the study was to evaluate the effect of ethanolic pulp extract of Tamarindus indica (EPTI) on the cerebral cortex in prenatal ethanol exposure in Wistar rats. Method: Twenty four pregnant rats were divided into 7 groups. The Control received 1ml of water, Groups 2 and 3 received 200mg/kg and 300mg/kg body weight (bw) of EPTI and Vitamin E respectively, Group 4 received 0.1ml of olive oil, Group 5...
SEMEN CHARACTERISTICS OF WISTAR RATS TREATED WITH METHANOLIC EXTRACT OF JATROPHA GOSSYPIFOLIA
June 2016
Aim: The study was designed to determine the effect of methanolic leave extract of Jatropha gossypifolia on semen characteristics in Wistar rats. Methods: Twenty-five male Wistar rats were divided into 5 groups (A, B, C, D and E) comprising 5 rats each. Rats in group A served as control, and were administered distilled water per os for 21 days, while rats in groups B, C, D and E were administered oral 100, 300, 500...
BACTERIOLOGICAL EVALUATION OF POULTRY FEEDS IN EKPOMA, NIGERIA
June 2016
Aim: Poultry feed is one of the major vector for the transmission of microbial agents to poultry farms and processing plants. This study aims at the evaluation and identification of bacteria and fungi agents in Ekpoma poultry feed. Methods: Bacteriological investigation was carried out on five different poultry feed samples from poultry farmers in Ekpoma, Edo State from January to June 2015. The samples were...
EVALUATION OF LEVELS OF PROSTATE SPECIFIC ANTIGEN AND LIPID LEVELS IN PROSTATE AND NON PROSTATE CANCER PATIENTS IN PORT HARCOURT, NIGERIA
June 2016
Aim: In order to determine possible linkages between the onset of prostate cancer and some lipid characteristics, the levels of Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) and Lipid characteristics of prostate and non -prostate cancer subjects were evaluated. Methods: Blood samples were collected from 100 subjects; 50 of whom had newly been diagnosed for prostate cancer but had not yet been on medication and the other 50 as non...
PREVALENCE OF FACIAL DIMPLES AMONG THE NIGER DELTANS IN NIGERIA
June 2016
Aim: The purpose of this study was to determine the prevalence of facial dimples among the Niger Deltans in Nigeria. Methods: This is a cross sectional type of descriptive study. The nature and scope of this study encompassed 2304 subjects (1147 males and 1157 females) who were observed for the presence of cheek and chin dimples, by means of physical examination and structured questionnaires. The multistage sampling...
AGE PREVALENCE OF UTERINE FIBROID IN SOUTH WESTERN NIGERIA
June 2016
Aim: Fibroid is said to be one of the causes of pain in the pelvic area and infertility amongst women of childbearing ages. The aim of this study was to determine fibroid distribution by age group among women of childbearing age in South Western Nigeria. Methods: A total of 500 uterine samples selected randomly from women of childbearing ages diagnosed with fibroids in some hospitals in South West Nigeria were used...
EVALUATION OF ISOPROPANOL AS A BETTER ALTERNATIVE TO XYLENE IN TISSUE PROCESSING BY THE PARAFFIN WAX METHOD
June 2016
Aim: The aim of the study was to find a suitable less toxic alternative to xylene in the paraffin wax method of tissue processing. Methods: Twenty albino rats were randomized into two groups of ten animals each. One group was fed with normal diet while the second group received in addition to the normal diet, 20mg/kg of omeprazole for 7days. They all had water freely. The second group was given 2ml ethanol to induce...
EVALUATION OF TOOTH LOSS AMONG THE EDOS IN NIGERIA
June 2016
Aim: The aim of this study was to identify the causes and effects of tooth loss among the Edos in Nigeria. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted among 384 subjects of various age groups made up of male and female indigenes of Edo State. Data was collected using a self-administered questionnaire containing relevant questions directed to consenting individuals who met the inclusion criteria. Intraoral...
INTRAORAL DISTRIBUTION OF GINGIVAL RECESSION IN A NIGERIAN POPULATION
June 2016
Aim: This study was designed to determine the intraoral distribution of gingival recession in a Nigerian population. Methods: The study was performed on 153 males and 219 females, aged 15years and above who had gingival recession. Intraoral examination was performed on a cross section of Deltans in Abraka to determine the intraoral distribution of gingival recession in the area. Statistical analysis of the results was...
THE EFFECT OF RAUVLFIA VOMITORIA ON MERCURY-INDUCED CHANGES ON THE HISTOLOGY OF THE HIPPOCAMPUS OF ADULT WISTAR RATS
June 2016
Aim: The present study was aimed at evaluating the effect of Rauvlfia vomitoria (RV) on mercury-induced changes on the hippocampus of adult Wistar rats. Methods: Thirty adult Wistar rats were divided into 6 Groups of 5 animals each. The Control was administered with water, Groups 2 and 4 were administered 49.8mg/kg body weight (bwt) of HgCl2 and 250mg/kg bwt RV, Group 3 was administered with 750mg/kg bwt of RV,...
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