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Prevalence of Peripheral Neuropathy and Associated Factors among Adults with Type 2 Diabetes In Tibebe Ghion Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia 2025.

Mequaninet, Misganaw (Bahir Dar University, 2026-02)

ABSTRACT Background: Diabetic peripheral neuropathy is a leading microvascular complication causing significant morbidity, yet data in Northwest Ethiopia remains limited. Timely identification is essential to prevent ...
In-hospital mortality of acute respiratory distress syndrome and its associated factors in adult intensive care unit of specialized hospitals in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia

Gashaw, Bekalu (Bahir Dar University, 2026-02)

ABSTRACT Background: Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is an acute condition marked by bilateral lung infiltrates and hypoxemia within one week of an inciting event. Despite advances in critical care, ARDS continues ...
Magnitude of elective surgical case cancellation and its associated factors among elective surgical cases at Tibebe Ghion specialized hospital, Bahir Dar, Ethiopia

Yayeh Meshesha, Yibeltal (Bahir Dar University, 2026-03)

ABSTRACT Background: Elective surgical case cancellation refers to any elective surgical casethat is booked into the operation theatre list on the day prior to surgery, but is not operated upon as scheduled. Elective ...
DepartmentofMedicalMicrobiology Evaluationof Dried Blood Spotfor HIV-1 Viral Load Testing Using Abbottm2000real-Time PCR Assayin Bahir Dar, North West Ethiopia

Asmare, Getasew (2026-02)

Background: Plasma is the gold standard specimen forHIV-1 viral load (VL) test.Dried blood spot (DBS) was also recommendedas an alternative specimen by previous studies for this test in resource-limited areas where using ...
Extended Spectrum Beta Lactamase And Carbapenemase Profile Of Uropathogens Isolated From Pregnant Women In Bahir Dar, Northwest Ethiopia

Hunie, Eyoel (2026-09)

Background:Urinary tract infection (UTI) is a leading cause of morbidity during pregnancy. The rising threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) amonguropathogens against extended-spectrum beta-lactams and carbapenems poses ...
Prevalence, Diagnostic Performance, and Associated Factors of Plasmodium Infections among Individuals with Presumptive Malaria in Northwest Ethiopia

Desale, Sisay (2026-08)

Background: Blood transfusions are a life-saving medical procedure, yet they carry the risk of Transfusion-Transmitted infections, including Transfusion-Transmitted Malaria. This risk is heightened in Sub-Saharan Africa ...
Bacterial Isolates Recovered From Clinically Suspected External Ocular Infections: Antimicrobial Susceptibility Profile And Extended-Spectrum Β-Lactamase Production In Bahir Dar, Northwest Ethiopia

Aschale, Abebe (2026-09)

Background: External ocular infections are a significant cause of preventable visual impairment worldwide. The rise of extended-spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL) producing bacteria poses a serious threat to effective treatment. ...
Hematological Abnormalities And Their Associated Factors Among Adult Hypertensive Patients Attending Specialized Hospitals In Bahir Dar, Northwest Ethiopia: A Comparative Cross-Sectional Study

Tesfa, Mekuanint (2026-09)

Background: Hypertension is a chronic condition driven by endothelial dysfunction, inflammation, and oxidative stress, all of which contribute to measurable hematological changes and abnormalities. Objective:The aim of ...
Hematological Profiles And Associated Factors Among Combined Oral Contraceptive User Childbearing Age Women Attending At Family Planning Unit, Bahir Dar, Northwest Ethiopia: A Comparative Cross-Sectional Study

Muche, Bewket (2026-09)

Background: Contraception refers to the process of preventing pregnancy by inhibiting the reproductive and endocrine systems. Theassociation between combined oral contraceptive and hematological changes has been extensively ...
Blood Transfusion-Transmissible Malaria among Blood Donors and its Association with ABO Blood Group Variants in Bahir Dar, Northwest Ethiopia:A Cross-Sectional Study

Endaylalu, Belayneh (2026-09)

Background: Blood transfusions are a life-saving medical procedure, yet they carry the risk of Transfusion-Transmitted infections, including Transfusion-Transmitted Malaria. This risk is heightened in Sub-Saharan Africa ...
Hematological Abnormalities And Their Determinants Among Patients Infected With Plasmodium Falciparum And Plasmodium Vivax In Bahir Dar, Northwest Ethiopia: A Cross-Sectional Study

Dessie, Abraham (2026-08)

Background:Malaria is aninfectious parasitic disease caused by protozoa of the genus Plasmodium. Among these,Plasmodium falciparum and Plasmodium vivax are the most common species infecting humans. These species causevarious ...
Pattern, treatment outcome and associated factors of non-traumatic shock among patients presenting to adult emergency department of Tibebe Ghion specialized hospital from January 1, 2022, to December 31, 2025

Mengist, Melaku (Bahir Dar University, 2026-02-15)

Abstract Background: Non-traumatic shock is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in emergency departments worldwide. In resource-limited countries like Ethiopia, where emergency care systems experience significant ...
Magnitude of unfavorable treatment outcome and associated factors of severe community-acquired pneumonia admitted to Tibebe Ghion specialized hospital

Almaw, Gedfaw (Bahir Dar University, 2026-02-10)

ABSTRACT Background: Severe community-acquired pneumonia remains a major cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, with a significant cause of death among children under 5 years old and adults over 70 years old. Every ...
comparison of computed tomography findings to surgical and histopathologic results for evaluation of obstructive jaundice at Tibebe Ghion comprehensive specialized hospital in 2026, a retrospective study

Shitie Yihun, Getie (Bahir Dar University, 2026-02-20)

Abstract Background: Obstructive jaundice arises from interruption of bile flow due to mechanical obstruction of biliary system, leading to accumulation of conjugated bilirubin in the blood. Early and accurate diagnosis ...
Prevalence and associated factors of necrotizing enterocolitis among preterm neonates admitted to neonatal intensive care unit at Tibebe Ghion specialized hospital, Bahir Dar, Ethiopia, 2025. (A retrospective chart review study)

Yesuf, Fatima (Bahir Dar University, 2026-02-20)

Abstract Background: Necrotizing enterocolitis is a leading cause of death among patients in the neonatal intensive care unit, carrying a mortality rate of 15–30%. Its pathogenesis is multifactorial and involves an ...
Risk prediction model for mortality in patients receiving antiretroviral treatment at Felege Hiwot comprehensive specialized hospital: A retrospective cohort study.

Tesfa Damtie, Endalamaw (Bahir Dar University, 2025-08-20)

Abstract Background: Despite advancements in antiretroviral treatment (ART), a significant number of HIV patients continue to die due to the infection. In developing countries like Ethiopia, there is no prediction model ...
Correlation between sonographic findings and estimated glomerular filtration rate among adults with chronic kidney disease attending the outpatient clinic at Tibebe Ghion comprehensive specialized hospital, Ethiopia

Melese, Birhanu (Bahir Dar University, 2026-02-20)

ABSTRACT Background: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a major global health problem and a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. In low-resource settings, optimizing readily available diagnostic tools is ...
Incidence and associated factors of intraoperative arrhythmias in patients operated under general anesthesia, at Tibebe Ghion specialized hospital, north west Ethiopia, from september1/2025 to January 30/2026

Megabiaw, Biniyam (Bahir Dar University, 2026-02-15)

Abstract Background: Intraoperative arrhythmia is a common and potentially serious complication. during general anesthesia, ranging from benign rhythms to life-threatening events. Its occurrence is influenced by a complex ...
Prevalence and associated factors of ventilator-associated pneumonia among intubated adult patients admitted in Tibebe Ghion specialized hospital, Bahir Dar, Northwest Ethiopia.

Koyachew, Bazezew (Bahir Dar University, 2025-12-31)

Abstract Background:Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) is defined as pneumonia occurring more than 48 hours after the initiation of endotracheal intubation and mechanical ventilation. It is the most common nosocomial ...
Sensitivity of chest radiograph and associated factors in diagnosing covid-19 pneumonia at Tibebe Ghion specialized hospital, Bahir dar, Ethiopia

Adem, Hmed (Bahir Dar University, 2025-03-15)

ABSTRACT Background: COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019), an ongoing global pandemic is one of the causes of viral pneumonia. It is infectious disease caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). ...

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