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Open Journal of Nephrology (OJNEPH) is an international scientific journal dedicated to the publication and public discussion of high quality original research in all the fields of astrophysics and space sciences and related technology. All the manuscripts must be prepared in English and are subject to a rigorous and…
Mahamat Maimouna, Balkissou Bouba Bame, Valerie Ndobo, Victorine Nzana, Aristide Nono, Vanessa Sylvia, Paul Alain Menanga
Introduction : Sodium-glucose co-transporter type 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors have demonstrated proven cardiovascular and renal benefits in the Caucasian population, independent of diabetes. Their use extends to cardio-nephrology. This study aims to evaluate their u…
Mahamat Maimouna, Hamadou Ba, Valérie Ndobo, Adia Essono Mebomie, Chris Nadège Nganou-Gnindjio, Moussa Oumarou, Abas Ali, François Folefack Kaze, 1 1, 1 1
Introduction: High blood pressure (hypertension) is a major public health problem. Its prevalence has doubled over the years and it affects 10 to 15% of adults in sub-Saharan Africa, with the particularity of being the leading cause of chronic kidney disease…
Fousseny Diakite, Doussou Kaba, Kadiatou Mamadou Bobo Barry, Aminata Diallo, Mamadou Saliou Baldé, Moussa Traore, Mohamed Lamine Tégui Camara, Soriba Bangoura, Aly Traore, Alpha Oumar Bah
Introduction: Chronic kidney disease is a major issue in medical and economic decision-making. Assessing quality of life allows both the medical community and health authorities to evaluate how patients perceive their health status. Measuring quality of life…
Seydou Sy, Magara Samake, Aboubacar Sidiki Fofana, Djénéba Maîga, Sidi Fomba, Atabieme Kodio, Djibril Sy, Hamadoun Yattara, Modi Sidibe, Alkaya Toure, Moustapha Tangara, Saharé Fongoro, 1 1, 1 1
Introduction: Long-standing and inadequately controlled high blood pressure (HBP) can cause a chronic kidney disease called benign nephroangiosclerosis (BNAS). Objective: To determine the frequency of BNS using clinical and paraclinical criteria adapted to ou…
Mahamat Hissein, Djidita Hagre, Djibrine Mahamat, Mahamat Khoraychi, Dakole Jérémie, Dok Vingo Kolona, Mahamat Abderraman Guillaume Zalba
Introduction: End-stage renal disease (ESRD) is a major public health problem, particularly in developing countries. Chronic hemodialysis, the main replacement method, significantly affects patients’ quality of life. In Chad, no study had previously evaluated…
Kamel El-Reshaid, Abdulmohsen Al-Bader, Dana Al-Bader
Background: Alport syndrome (AS) is a rare genetic disease characterized by progressive renal failure due to glomerulopathy, variable high-frequency sensorineural deafness, and variable ocular anomalies. The case : A 33-year-old woman was referred for evaluat…
Mahamat Hissein Ali, Djibrine Mahamat, Haoua Youssouf, Amne Ali Fadel, Dok Vingo Kolona, Dakole Jérémie, Mahamat Abderraman Guillaume Zalba
Introduction: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is not uncommon in children. It constitutes a major public health problem for both poor and developed countries. The objective of this study was to describe the sociodemographic, clinical, and prognostic profile of C…
Elimby Ngande Lionel Patrick Joel, Nguea Ndjame Arlette, Fouda Menye Epouse Ebana Hermine Danielle, 1 1, 1 1, 1 1
Background: Sarcopenia is an important prognostic factor for patients with kidney disease. In a context marked by the poor prognosis of these patients, we aimed to explore the factors that could potentially worsen outcomes. The objective of our study was to d…
Jesus E. Nova-Meda, Uriel Narvaez-Lopez, Celia E. Bautista-Crescencio, Waldemar A. Solís-Loria, Huber Beyza-Suazo, Jesser M. Herrera-Salgado, Cesar J. Valle-Torres, Ana E. Montes-García, Andrea Z. Rojas-Nájera, Andrés A. Rojas-Nájera, Citlali L. Salvador-Simon, Marisol Dueñas-Sosa, Oscar G. Jiménez-Cabrera, José H. Ocampo-Mazariegos, Daniel F. Marcial-Rivera, Edgar O. Uribe-Zapata, Carlos E. Reyes-Ramirez, David Ruiz-Romero, Lizzeth N. Cáceres-Cruz, Ana K. Flores-Alejo, Yoav Olivares Soza, Mariana Valerio-Moreno, Ricardo M. Malagón-Reyes, Luis E. Reyes-Mendoza, Jesus C. Briones-Garduño, Javier E. Herrera-Villalobos, Sindy A. Gutierrez-Chavarria
Introduction: Acute kidney injury (AKI), identified by elevated serum creatinine or reduced urine output, is a frequent complication following cardiac surgery. It is associated with hypoperfusion, embolic events, extracorporeal circulation–related injury, and…
Maria Faye, Joël Kashamba Mutshita, Ahmed Tall Lemrabott, Moustapha Faye, Mansour Mbengue, Niakhaleen Keita, Bacary Ba, Baratou Coundoul, Sidy Mohamed Seck, Abdou Niang, El Hadji Fary Ka
Introduction : The prevalence of acquired cystic kidney disease (ACKD) varies according to the duration of dialysis. Few studies are available on this subject in sub-Saharan Africa. The objective of this study was to determine its prevalence, define its clini…
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