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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19711863

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A Few Facts About Your Journal. Health Sci. Dis: Vol 27 ; (5), May 2026
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Impact of KAP Factors on Medication Adherence Among New Tuberculosis Patients in Yaoundé
Impact des Facteurs CAP Sur l'Observance Médicamenteuse des Nouveaux Patients Tuberculeux à Yaoundé

1-9 Membangbi Alexandra Emmanuelle, Mossus Tatiana, Bouba Haman Joëlle Nounouce, Makue Nguiffo Elsa, Njiki-Bikoi André Urbain, Riwom Sara Honorine, Njiki-Bikoï Jacky, Mendimi Nkodo Joseph Marie

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19641223

Community Perceptions and Acceptance of HIV Self-Testing in Mali: A Qualitative Study in Kayes, Sikasso and Bamako (2024)
Perceptions Communautaires et Acceptabilité de l’Autotest du VIH au Mali : Une Étude Qualitative à Kayes, Sikasso et Bamako (2024)

74-78 Fatou Diawara, Boureyma Belem, Bourama Sangaré, Abdoulaye Goita, Abdoulaye S Dabo, Ibrahim Terera, Assa Diarra, Yacouba Danioko

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19551637

3‑Year Functional Outcomes of Surgery for Supracondylar Humeral Fractures in Children in Dakar: A Retrospective Single‑Center Study
Résultats Fonctionnels de la Chirurgie des Fractures Supracondyliennes de l’Humérus en Extension du Coude Chez l’Enfant à Dakar Une Étude Rétrospective Monocentrique

98-102 Camara Souleymane, Diop Aly, Sy Fatou, Ndour Oumar

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19559234

Evaluation of the Performance of the Health Product Marketing Authorization Process in Cameroon: A Review of the 2016-2023 Period
Évaluation de la Performance du Processus d'Homologation des Produits de Santé au Cameroun : Bilan de la Période 2016-2023

10-19 Djiabe Touko A, Ngobo Ebende BL, Nko’o MHJ, Nyangono NM, Mohamadou Moustapha, Khou-Kouz Nkoulou CH, Ndzie MBP, Mballa MF, Yaba Dana B, Nnanga Nga

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19641405

Assessment of the Quality of Neonatal Care in Niger: A Cross-sectional Study at a Referral Maternity Hospital of Niamey in 2023
Évaluation de la Qualité des Soins Néonatals au Niger : Une Étude Transversale dans une Maternité de Référence de Niamey en 2023

20-25 Samaila Aboubacar, Garba Moumouni, Georges Thomas Ibrahim, Ayouba Mariama, Mamoudou Abdou Djafar, Yahaya Haoua, Gagara Adama, Ali Hamani Amina, Zeidou Abdoulaye, Alkassoum Salifou Ibrahim, Kamaye Moumouni

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Spontaneous Uterine Rupture in a Freshly Scarred Uterus During a Twin Pregnancy: A Case Report
Rupture Utérine Spontanée sur Utérus Fraichement Cicatriciel au Cours d’une Grossesse Gémellaire : A Propos d’un Cas

26-28 Clausen M’broh Georgie, Kouadio Kouadio Narcisse, Boko Dagoun Dagbesse Elysée, Menin-Messou Benie Michèle, Samake Yaya, Camara Sokhana, Djanhan Lydie, Doumbia Yacouba

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Socioeconomic Factors and Diagnostic Delay in Spermatic Cord Torsion in Cameroon: A Multicenter Study
Facteurs Socio-Économiques et Retard Diagnostique des Torsions du Cordon Spermatique au Cameroun : Une Étude Multicentrique

34-38 Mbouche Landry Oriole, Epoupa Ngalle Frantz Guy, Nwaha Makon Axel Stéphane, Eloundou Nkolo Jean Crepin, Nkolo Rosalie Annise, Bang Guy Aristide, Fouda Pierre Joseph, Angwafo III Fru

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19644990

Outcomes of Open Pyeloplasty for Ureteropelvic Junction Obstruction in Burkina Faso: A Retrospective Study in Bobo-Dioulasso
Résultats de la Pyéloplastie Ouverte pour Syndrome de la Jonction Pyélo‑Urétérale au Burkina Faso : Une Étude Rétrospective à Bobo-Dioulasso

29-33 OD Yé, CAMKD Ymeogo, M Doumbia, A Bako, M Simporé, SJ Ramdé, V Traoré, SA Soaré, A Ouattara, AK Paré

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19644582

Severe Sepsis Management at a Military Teaching Hospital in Libreville: A Prospective Audit Against International Guidelines
Prise en Charge du Sepsis Sévère Dans un Hôpital Militaire Universitaire à Libreville : Audit Prospectif Comparé aux Recommandations Internationales

46-52 R. Okoue Ondo, V. Sagbo Ada, S. Oliveira, E. Madjoulpa, S. Dondyas Orema, U Mayegue Anani, W. Moussavou Moussavou, R Tchoua, JM Mandji Lawson

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Prognostic Factors of Severe Burns in Chad: A Retrospective ICU Study at Renaissance University Hospital in N’Djamena
Facteurs Pronostiques des Brûlures Graves au Tchad : Étude Rétrospective en Réanimation au CHU Renaissance de N’Djamena

Ali Abdelkerim Z, Kossi Odjo Dogbe YZ, Traore S, Abdelsalam H, Amadou Hamadou S, Adamou Mana A, Mbang D, Houno Adam M, Canton Kessely

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19645591

Clinical Characteristics, Refractive Profile and Management of Amblyopia in Pediatric Oculocutaneous Albinism in Gabon: A Cross‑Sectional Descriptive Study
Caractéristiques Cliniques, Profil Réfractif et Prise en Charge de l’Amblyopie dans l’Albinisme Oculo‑Cutané Pédiatrique au Gabon : Une Étude Transversale Descriptive

166-169 Assoumou PA, Kapinga Bulanda F, Mekina S, Matsanga O, Kougou Ntoutoume A, Nyinko Aboughe H, Mouinga Abayi DA, Mba Aki TA

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19738265

Uncorrected Refractive Errors in Children with Oculocutaneous Albinism inGabon: A Descriptive Cross-Sectional Study
Vices de Réfraction non Corrigés chez les Enfants Atteints d’Albinisme Oculocutané au Gabon : Une Étude Transversale Descriptive

161-165 Assoumou PA, Kapinga Bulanda F, Mekina S, Matsanga O, Kougou Ntoutoume A, Nyinko Aboughe H, Mouinga Abayi DA, Mba Aki TA

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Medicolegal Aspects of Post‑Traumatic Ocular Lesions in Cameroon: A Cross‑Sectional Study in Yaounde
Aspects Médico‑Légaux des Lésions Oculaires Post‑Traumatiques au Cameroun : Une Étude Transversale dans un Hôpital Universitaire de Yaoundé

59-67 Nomo AF, Nseme EE, Mvilongo TC, Akono Zoua M, Malla EG, Nanfack NC, Epée E, Nyouma PJ, Omgbwa EA, Bella AL

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Ophthalmological Impact of Pituitary Adenomas in Côte d’Ivoire: A Cross‑Sectional Study at the Abidjan Military Hospital
Retentissement Ophtalmologique des Adénomes Hypophysaires à Chez le Sujet Ivoirien : Une Étude Transversale à l’Hôpital Militaire d’Abidjan

53-58 N’guessan Yao Anselme Aristide, NMaiga Seydou, Nikiema Idrissa Bebyande Sedina, Bagbila Wend Panga Abraham Hermann, Sagna Yempabou, Abodo Jacko Rhedoor Fete

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19659639

Involvement of Traditional Birth Attendants and Community Health Workers in Improving Immunization Coverage in Kousseri Health District, Cameroon: a Mixed Methods Study
Implication des Accoucheuses Traditionnelles et des Agents de Santé Communautaires dans l'Amélioration de la Couverture Vaccinale dans le District Sanitaire de Kousseri, au Cameroun : une Étude Mixte

68-73 Collins Buh Nkum, Ketina Hirma Tchio-Nighie, Aicha Mbouandi, Moustapha Moncher Nsangou, Jerome Ateudjieu

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19661032

Prevalence and Risk Factors of Musculoskeletal Disorders in Gabonese Industrial Setting: A Cross‑Sectional Study in an Agri‑Food Company in Libreville
Prévalence et Facteurs de Risque des Troubles Musculo-Squelettiques en Milieu Industriel Gabonais : Une Étude Transversale dans une Entreprise Agroalimentaire à Libreville

79-85 Patrice Landimi, Pearl Comlan, Hervé Martial Ekomy, Sydney Maghendji-Nzondo, Euloge Ibinga, Ulrick Bisvigou, Yannick Ondo, Edgard Brice Ngoungou

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19663670

Lumbar Spinal Stenosis in N’Djamena: Clinical and Radiological Characteristics and Treatment Outcomes in 70 Patients
Canal Lombaire Étroit à N’Djamena : Profil Clinique, Radiologique et Résultats du Traitement chez 70 Patients

92-97 Toudjingar Goumantar Félicien, Ahmed Hadjé Khadidja, Djida Abakar Oumar, Ouambi Li-Iyané Olivier, Djasde Donald, Canton Kessely Yannick, Ba Momar Code

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19558074

Attitudes and Knowledge About Epilepsy in the General Population of N’Djamena
Connaissances, Attitudes et Comportements Vis‑À‑Vis de l’Épilepsie Dans la Population Générale de N’Djaména (Tchad)

86-91 Zenal Abidine Adoum Hamad, Dipombe Doufene, Madjirabe Ngarndiguina Christian, Maouly Fall, Gaye Ndiaga Matar, Teheubo Clément, Haitouin Dassidi, Adoum Hamat Kaltam, Adoum Hamat Al Faris, Tahir Aiba, Khamiss Dakissia, Abdel-Madjid Zakaria Zakaria, Sow Adjiaratou Dieynabou, Basse Anna Mbodji, Toure Kamadore, Diop Gallo Amadou, Ndiaye Moustapha

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19552898

Injuries Related to the Practice of Military Physical and Sports Activities in Yaoundé: Epidemiology, Treatment, and Prognosis
Traumatismes Liés à la Pratique des Activités Physiques et Sportives Militaires à Yaoundé : Épidémiologie, Traitement et Pronostic

103-108 Muluem OK, Nyekel JR, Nyankoue MF, Atangana A, Kaldadack K, Ngo Yamben MA

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19665891

Severe Knee Stiffness in Young Adults in Gabon: Functional Outcomes of the Modified Judet Technique in 18 Cases
Raideurs Sévères du Genou chez l'Adulte Jeune au Gabon : Résultats Fonctionnels de la Technique de Judet Modifiée sur 18 Cas

109-113 Abiome R, Mikiela A, Nkole M, Mba Mba C, Djembi Y

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19670228

Prescribing Antibiotics in Paediatric Dentistry: A Survey of Dental Surgeons in Senegal
Prescription des Antibiotiques en Odontologie Pédiatrique : Une Enquête Auprès des Chirurgiens-Dentistes du Sénégal

147-153 Ndoye Soukèye, Mamadou Tidiane Diallo, Faye Emile Wagane, Dieng Amadou, Ndeye Guiniane Diouf, Abdoulaye Diouf, Ndecky Jean Charles, Faye Malick

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19691624

Mapping of the Interventions of Technical and Financial Partners in the Pharmaceutical Supply Chain in Cameroon
Cartographie des Interventions des Partenaires Techniques et Financiers dans la Chaine d’Approvisionnement Pharmaceutique au Cameroun

154-160 Mbole Mvondo Jeanne Mauricette, Aba’a Marthe Dereine, Nko’o Ntyam David Lionel, Essi Marie José, Bissek Anne Cécile, Nnanga Nga

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19692243

Colorectal Cancer with Obstruction in N’Djamena: Epidemiological, Clinical and Therapeutic Aspects
Les Cancers Colorectaux en Occlusion à N’Djaména: Aspects Épidémiologiques, Cliniques et Thérapeutiques

126-130 Aboulghassim Oumar, Seid Younous, Moussa Kalli, Sadié Ismael, Kanbel Djibdouna, Fatimé Zahra Mahadi, Choua Ouchemi

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19676918

Prevalence and Epidemiological Profile of STIs in a Cameroonian Referral Hospital: A 5‑Year Cross‑Sectional Study in Yaounde
Prévalence et Profil Épidémiologique des IST dans un Hôpital de Référence Camerounais : Une Étude Transversale sur 5 ans à Yaoundé

143-146 Nkoro GA, Madinatou H, Sigha B, Ekambi Kotto R, Oyot-Obasi O A, Nguiloung S, Mouangue K, Bosso I, Kouotou EA, Bissek AC

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19680279

Endoscopic Profile of Peptic Esophagitis in Mali: A Cross‑Sectional Study in a Private Medical Center of Sévaré, Mopti
Profil Endoscopique de l’Œsophagite Peptique au Mali : Une Étude Transversale dans un Centre Médical Privé de Sévaré à Mopti

114-118 Alassane Diarra, Youssouf Fofana, Moctar Bah, Drissa Traoré, Ibrahim Sima, Drissa Sangaré, Mamadou Coulibaly, Oumar Djiré, Bintou Traoré, Bakary Koné, Adama Kondé, Lamine Sidibé, Ibrahim Koné, Dramane Samake

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19671399

Epidemiological, Clinical and Therapeutic Aspects of Gastric Cancers Treated with Curative Intent in Yaoundé (Cameroon)
Aspects Epidémiologiques, Cliniques et Thérapeutiques des Cancers Gastriques Opérés à Visée Curative à Yaoundé (Cameroun)

119-125 Atangana CP, Savom EP, Fola Kopong O, Mbele RII, Ekani Boukar MY, Biwole Biwole DP, Bang GA

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19676488

Clinical, Radiological and Functional Features of Knee Osteoarthritis in Guinean Patients: A Cross-Sectional Hospital Based Study in Conakry
Profil Radio-Clinique et Évolutif de la Gonarthrose chez les Patients Guinéens : Une Étude Transversale Hospitalière à Conakry

170-174 Abdoulaye Barry, Adama Bah, Kaba Conde, Thierno Hamidou Balde, Mariétou Barry, Kamissoko AB

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19889802

Thévenard Disease Revealed by a Plantar Perforating Ulcer in a Malian Young Adult
Maladie de Thévenard Révélée par un Mal Perforant Plantaire chez une Jeune Adulte Malienne

136-138 Gassama M, Dicko AA, Sissoko M, Savané M, Karabinta Y, Diarra M, Guindo B, Konaté M, Kéita A, Faye O

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19678915

Pedicled and Tunneled Partial Latissimus Dorsi Flap for Coverage of Post-Radiotherapy Grade 4 Ulcerative Breast Radiation Dermatitis: A Little-Known Reconstructive Technique
Lambeau Partiel Du Latissimus Dorsi Pédiculé Et Tunnelisé Pour La Couverture d'Une Radiodermite Mammaire De Grade 4 Ulcéreuse Post-Radiothérapie : Une Technique De Reconstruction Peu Connue

131-135 Anatole Kibadi-Kapay

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19677283

Sister Mary Joseph Nodule Revealing a Metastatic Pancreatic Cancer: A Case Report
Nodule de Sœur Mary Joseph Révélant un Cancer Métastatique du Pancréas : À Propos d’un Cas

139-142 Ngwane Ntongwetape, Mbelle R, Mokake Divine, Ekani Boukar M, Dongmo S, Ekwede Natharlie Lombe, Ako Denis T, Bang GA, Elroy Patric Weledji

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19679264

Hommage à Mon Maitre, le Professeur Joseph MBEDE

A3/1p Alfred Kongnyu Njamnshi

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19732340

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