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Epidemiological and entomological assessment of persistent onchocerciasis transmission after long-term ivermectin treatment in communities along the Kéllé river, Cameroon

Joelle L. Tanguep Siakam, Philippe B. Nwane, Hugues C. Nana Djeunga, Judicael Fomekong-Lontchi et autres

Despite two decades of annual Community-Directed Treatment with Ivermectin (CDTI) in the Eséka health district, onchocerciasis transmission persists in frontline villages along the Kéllé River. This study assessed the current epidemiological and entomological status to guide elimination strategies. We conducted cross-sectional clinical …

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Overcoming Cognitive Bias: A Case of Disseminated Neurocysticercosis in a Muslim Woman With Remote Pork Consumption

Joseph Y. B. Nnang, Berjo Takoutsing, Astel Dongmo, Jeanne Annick Tsilla et autres

Religious prohibitions against pork do not exclude individuals residing in endemic regions from contracting neurocysticercosis. Obtaining a detailed lifetime exposure history, including prior religious and dietary practices, is essential to overcome cognitive bias and prevent diagnostic delays.

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Injury incidence, patterns, and severity in cameroon professional Men’s Football: A prospective injury surveillance study

Gilbert Mua Akwa, Tankeng Leonard Tanko, Njowe Serge Ludwig, Ange Veronique Ngo Bilong et autres

BACKGROUND: Football injuries are a major source of morbidity among athletes, imposing health and economic burdens on teams and systems. While extensive surveillance exists in Europe, data from sub-Saharan Africa remain scarce. This study described the incidence, patterns, severity, and contextual factors …

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Levodopa-Based Therapy in Stroke Rehabilitation: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials

Joseph Y.B. Nnang, Favour M.L. Foncha, Samuel G. J. Fodop, Dimitri S. Tcheuko et autres

Background The dopaminergic system plays a key role in neuroplasticity and motor learning, suggesting that levodopa can enhance recovery after stroke. However, the clinical evidence is inconsistent. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to provide a definitive synthesis of randomized controlled trials …

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Investigation of Cytomegalovirus Carriage among Blood Donors at the General Hospital of Yaoundé

Ahouga Voufo Roger, Abdouraman Bouba, Yimga Wanda Grace, Maboulu Emvoutou Valerie et autres

Introduction: Cytomegalovirus is a pervasive virus present within the population, transmitted through multiple pathways. This condition is often asymptomatic, leading carriers to remain unaware of their status, which may result in their inclusion among blood donors. This scenario can have significant implications …

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Impact of Cardiovascular Rehabilitation on Functional Capacity Following Cardiac Surgery: A Cohort Study at Yaoundé General Hospital, Cameroon

Tsague Kengni Hermann Nestor, Siddikatou Djibrilla, Ngo Yon Laurence Carole, Panchut Nsangou Nafissatou et autres

Background: Cardiovascular rehabilitation (CR) is associated with improvements in functional capacity post-cardiac surgery, but its impact in low-resource settings like Cameroon remains understudied. This study evaluated the pre-post associations of CR with functional capacity in patients following cardiac surgery. Methods: A single-group …

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Precision Fermentation & Synthetic Biology: Engineering Microbes to Enhance Plant-Based Dairy, Meat Substitutes, and Functional Beverages

Maxwell Wandji Nguedjo, Inelle Makamwé, Guy Roussel Takuissu, Hippolyte Tene Mouafo

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Rebound in prevalence and intensity of Onchocerca volvulus infection five years after cessation of alternative treatment strategies in the Massangam Health District, West Region, Cameroon: need for coordinated and sustained efforts

Gabriella S. Ondoua Nganjou, Laurentine Sumo, Arnauld Efon Ekangouo, Narcisse Nzune Toche et autres

BACKGROUND: The control of onchocerciasis currently relies on yearly distribution of ivermectin to at-risk populations. To tackle onchocerciasis in areas of high transmission (so-called hotspots) and achieve elimination of transmission, several complementary/alternative strategies (biannual ivermectin, doxycycline-based test-and-treat and vector control) were implemented …

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Spontaneous Heterotopic Pregnancy Managed in a Low‐Resource Setting: A Case Report of a Viable Intrauterine Pregnancy Following an Open Salpingectomy

Berjo Dongmo Takoutsing, Nathan Ezie Kengo, Aissatou Sow, Derek Ofon Nyoh et autres

Heterotopic pregnancy, though uncommon especially after natural conception, requires early diagnosis and optimal surgical management, particularly in low-resource settings. This case underscores successful intrauterine pregnancy preservation following a ruptured ectopic pregnancy, highlighting the importance of clinical vigilance and timely intervention.

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Spatiotemporal changes in prevalence of Sodalis glossinidius , Spiroplasma spp. and trypanosome species in wild Glossina tachinoides from Sora‐Mboum animal African trypanosomiasis focus in northern Cameroon

Steve Feudjio Soffack, Tito Trésor Melachio Tanekou, Hugues C. Nana-Djeunga, Oumarou Farikou et autres

Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) has proven effective to reduce tsetse population density in large infected areas where animal African trypanosomosis (AAT) and human African trypanosomiasis (HAT) elimination was difficult to achieve. However, the decrease in mass production of insectary-reared tsetse and the …

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Community Knowledge, Perceptions and Attitudes Regarding Buruli Ulcer in Bafia Health District, Centre Region-Cameroon

Earnest Njih Tabah, C. A. Djam, Irine Ngani-Nformi Njih, Loic Douanla Pagning et autres

Abstract Background Buruli ulcer (BU), a neglected tropical disease, occurs in about thirty-three countries tropical countries world-wide. Misconceptions about BU leads to poor health-seeking behaviors. This study explored community knowledge, perceptions and attitudes regarding BU. Methods We conducted a cross-sectional household survey …

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Mapping and phylogeny of Biomphalaria snail in the Adamawa Region of Cameroon: A step towards vector control and schistosomiasis elimination

Bakari Fadilatou Foule, Mureille Carole Tchami Mbagnia, Romuald Isaka Kamwa Ngassam, Alvine C. Kengne-Fokam et autres

BACKGROUND: Schistosomiasis is the world's second-most important parasitic disease affecting humans. Among the two main forms of the disease, intestinal schistosomiasis due to Schistosoma mansoni is predominant in Cameroon, where its intermediate host Biomphalaria spp. is widely distributed, particularly in the Adamawa …

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