Volume 16, Number 1, Year 2025

Girth anthropometry involves measuring the circumferences of various body parts, including the neck, upper arm, chest, mid-thigh, waist, and hips. These measurements are essential in numerous fields, impacting health, fitness, fashion, and forensic investigations. The study aims to evaluate grit...

The study of the patterns of the epidermal ridges of the finger, palm, and sole can help screen a variety of diseases, especially those caused by chromosomal aberrations, which are frequently accompanied by pattern distortion, as well as other genetically and non-genetically determined diseases....

Intervertebral disc (IVD) degeneration is a complex multifactorial condition arising from changes in disc morphology, extracellular matrix and neurovascular composition. This study investigated the effect of Gallic acid on the histoarchitecture of the intervertebral disc of rabbit subjected to a...

The hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian (HPO) system is mostly affected by toxins, which can cause infertility in mammals. This research investigated the role of Curcuma longa on Ketamine toxicity in the HPO axis of rats. Twenty-five female Wistar rats were assigned into five groups of fi...

Occupational dichlorvos exposure can cause organophosphate poisoning, which can be fatal if left untreated. This study aimed to investigate the effects of aqueous leaf extract of Cymbopogon citratus on dichlorvos-induced hypersensitivity pneumonitis in Wistar rats. Thirty Wistar rats weighing b...

Pituitary gigantism is a rare endocrine disease characterized by unusually tall stature with rapid growth velocity that occurs before the closure of the epiphyseal growth plates due to excess growth hormone often as a result of a benign secreting pituitary tumor. ...

Cheek dimples (small indentations on the cheeks) and tongue rolling (the ability to fold the tongue) are dominant genetic traits observed in humans. Investigating these traits provides valuable insights into genetic inheritance patterns and their cultural significance across various populations....

(CBD) on the prefrontal cortex, neurodevelopmental indices, placental morphology, and fetal growth in Wistar rats. Pregnant rats received 150 mg/kg of ?9-THC and CBD from gestational day 6 to day 19 or until delivery. Placental morphometry was assessed using Vernier calipers, while the prefronta...

The carrying angle (CA) is an important anthropometric parameter with a wide range of significance and applications in forensic medicine and clinical procedures that involve the upper extremities. This study was conducted to evaluate the CA among the Yoruba tribe in Nigeria and elucidate its s...

The body bequest program is fast becoming a significant source of cadavers for anatomical study. Due to the shortage of cadavers for dissections in institutions across Nigerians, there is a need to investigate untapped sources of cadavers. The objective of this study was to ascertain and determi...

Natural iron-chelating agents from plants offer a promising alternative to synthetic chelators with potentially fewer side effects. Phytochemical analysis of the methanol leaf extract of Chasmanthera dependens (MLECD) confirms the presence of antioxidants known for their metal-chelating properti...

Elevated blood pressure (Hypertension) is a well-established risk factor for cardiovascular disease. This cross-sectional study of one thousand (1000) Nigerian children and adolescents aged 7 to 18 years in Port-Harcourt City, Rivers State, Nigeria involved the measurements of anthropometric var...

has not always been the case; before the 1870s, students were forced to dissect available bodies quickly before body decomposition began. Evidence of mummified human remains from Egypt encouraged a search for the preservation of human bodies for anatomy studies. Among the thousands of mummies th...

This study presents a comparative examination of the hematological parameters, structure, and function of the thyroid gland between two rodent species: guinea pigs (Cavia porcellus) and grasscutters (Thryonomys swinderianus), which are taxonomically distinct. They are important for research and ...

Adansonia digitata (A. digitata) is used in many African and Asian countries for food, beverage and medicine. Lead is one of the toxic heavy metals whose widespread use has resulted in continuous environmental contamination. The current study evaluated the effect of lead acetate on mice's live...

This study aimed to evaluate the decomposition rate in pig models that were either stabbed or eviscerated. Six pigs were divided into two groups (A and B), each consisting of three pigs. After euthanizing the animals via stunning, pigs in group A were subjected to repeated stab wounds in the t...

Cyclophosphamide (CP) is a widely used chemotherapeutic and immunosuppressive agent, however, its clinical applications are often limited by its severe toxicity, particularly affecting the liver and kidneys. The search for natural protective agents against CP-induced toxicity has gained signific...

Propoxur is a carbamate insecticide widely used both in indoor and outdoor place to control insects. This present work was conducted to study the effect of acute and chronic exposure of propoxur (PPX) on hormonal and histological changes in the rat Hypothalamic-pituitary testicular axis. The c...

Cell phones are defined as devices emitting radiofrequency electromagnetic waves (RF-EMW). These waves transmit signals from the cell phones to the base stations and antennas. The number of cell phone users in the world has gone up to 6 billion being the most effective communication tools all ov...

Benue State has one of the highest HIV prevalence rates in Nigeria, driven by a combination of high risk sexual behaviors and the presence of most-at-risk populations (MARPs). The mapping exercise aimed to provide accurate information on the size, location and characteristics of MARPs for HIV in ...

Buruli ulcer is a public health concern particularly where the knowledge about the disease is poor. An advent of an emerging wound ulcer epidemic was reported in North-central Nigeria in 2023. A study was then carried out between December 2023 to August 2024 to determine the prevalence and the ...

Religiosity and spirituality promote good mental health and prevent mental illness but can sometimes become risk factors for substance abuse. This study aimed to assess the associations between religiosity, spirituality and psychoactive substance use among in-school adolescents in Ilorin. The da...

Antenatal depression, with a global prevalence of between 15 and 65%, is a clinical condition characterised by persistent sadness, anxiety, and hopelessness during pregnancy. It is a strong predictor of postpartum depression, and it negatively impacts pregnancy outcomes, maternal-child bonding, ...

Soil-Transmitted Helminths (STHs) are a group of intestinal parasitic nematodes causing diseases in humans when exposed to their infective stages (eggs or larvae) thriving in warm and moist soil. This study ascertains the prevalence of STHs among school children in urban and rural communities in...

Hypertension is a condition arising from persistently elevated blood pressure, leading to severe complications, including death. Factors such as high salt consumption and family history predispose individuals to hypertension. Azadirachta indica (AI) has shown potential in reducing ...