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Open Journal of Internal Medicine (OJIM) is an international journal dedicated to the advancement of the study of internal medicine. The goal of this journal is to provide a platform for scientists and academicians all over the world to promote, share, and discuss various new issues and developments in different areas…
Koné Salifou, Acho Jean Kévin, Koné Famoussa, Yapo Israel N’Guessan Saint-Blanc, Yapa Gnadou Stéphane Kény, Kouassi Lauret, Kouamé Kouamé Gilles Renaud, Touré Kadidiata Hamed, Gboko Kobenan K. Landry, Ouattara Bourhaima
Background: In addition to its pandemic nature, diabetes mellitus presents potentially fatal complications such as hyperglycemic hyperosmolar syndrome. The lack of data on this complication in Côte d’Ivoire over the past 20 years motivated this study. Methods…
Otti André, Agbété Ida, Dossou Afiavi Julienne Estelle, Gaba Élisha Ayoko Nathalie Pulchérie, Adogony Larissa Zita, Idossou Affisou, Koutchonan Daniel, Adomou Harmonie Grâce de Dieu Cica, Hadékon Rodrigue, Okélèyè Falilath, Misengabu Mamie, Baba-Moussa Lamine, Agbodandé Kouessi Anthelme, Sossa Jérôme Charles, 1 1, 1 1, 1 1, 1 1, 1 1, 1 1, 1 1
Introduction: Palliative care requires an interdisciplinary approach and the involvement of the patient and their Caregiver in the care process. Objective: To assess the role of Caregiver in the care process of patients followed at the Palliative Care Unit of…
Kaly Keïta, Boua Daoud Camara, Alassane Alfousséni Doumbia, Cheick Oumar Kamissoko, Nagou Tolo, Nanko Doumbia, Brehima Boly Berthé, Drissa Sangaré, Mahamadou Saliou, Ibrahima Amadou Dembélé, Mamadou Cissoko, Youssouf Fofana, Djibril Sy, Djénèbou Traoré, Assétou Soukho Kaya, Mamadou Dembélé, Abdoulaye Keïta, Abdoulaye Diawara, Mamadou Wélé, Kassim Traoré, Jeffrey G. Shaffer, Mahamadou Diakité, Hamar Alassane Traoré, 1 1, 1 1
Introduction: There are no studies that have explored globally and exhaustively the relationship between age group, urban-rural, gender and sex, and the autoimmune diseases’ nosological entity, autoimmune diseases’ nosological sub-entities, each of the autoim…
Jusnimrat Kohli, Arya Kermanshah, Aneesha Jose, Hanady Zainah
Diabetic cranial neuropathies are neurological complications that usually involve cranial nerves (CN) III, IV, and VI, causing acute onset ophthalmoplegia. Recurrence is less common, especially when affecting alternating nerves. The disease course is typicall…
Jing Feng, Junjiang Lu, Zhaohui Liu
Objective: To report a rare case of pneumonia caused by Tropheryma whipplei (TW) and to explore its clinical characteristics, diagnostic approach, and therapeutic strategy, aiming to provide a reference for the recognition of atypical pulmonary infections. Me…
Aleksandar Dusic, Leahnata Davies
Background: Diamine oxidase (DAO) deficiency plays a pivotal role in histamine intolerance (HIT), a condition driven by impaired histamine degradation. HIT manifests through a spectrum of gastrointestinal, dermatologic, and neurologic symptoms often misdiagno…
Acho Jean Kévin, Kouassi Lauret, Koné Famoussa, Attiegoua Emma, Touré Kadidiata Hamed, Koné Salifou, Kouamé K. Gilles Renaud, Yapa Gnadou Stéphane Kény, Gboko Kobenan Kouman Landry, N’Guessan Yao Anselme, Ouattara Tiepe Rokia, Lecadou Jocelyne, Abodo Jacko, Binan Yves, Ouattara Bourhaima
Introduction: Diabetes mellitus, which is steadily increasing in sub-Saharan Africa, leads to disabling complications and premature death. We conducted a study in African hospitals with the aim of investigating the morbidity and mortality of diabetes in terms…
Larisa Benta, Sahrish Khan, Shahzaad Khan, Sally Madanat, Romain Sewchand, Alexey Pryakhin, Aleksandar Dusic, Victoria Minakova
Objective: To evaluate the relationship between STD-related social stigma and screening behaviors among young adults aged 18 - 30 in the United States, and to assess implications for future sexual and reproductive health services. Methods: A nationwide cross-…
Leahnata Davies, Aleksandar Dusic, Alan E. Adam, Kamal W. Khan, Darlene Dol, Xyqienne Leonardo, Kevin Ram, Vanya Tromp, Jenifer Acosta, Farhan Ahmed, Nabhan Haque
Background: COVID-19 pandemic posed unprecedented challenges to global mental health. This cross-sectional study explored its impact on adults in Aruba, with emphasis on variations across ethnicity, gender, age, and sexual orientation. Methods: Data were coll…
Amine Raja, Mohammad Ababneh, Tawfiq Abbassi, Amine Afif, Smael El Youssoufi, Said Salmi
Background: Acute pancreatitis during pregnancy is a rare but potentially life-threatening condition associated with significant maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality. Early prognostic assessment is crucial for optimal management, yet the validity of est…
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