Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Daniel Mekonnen, Molla Taye, Walelegn Worku
Summary: The study revealed a prevalence of congenital anomalies among newborn babies in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia with neural tube defects being the most common anomaly. Factors associated with congenital anomalies included birth weight, antenatal visits, and urban residence.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Addis Enyew, Kalkidan Nigussie, Tewodros Mihrete, Musa Jemal, Shemsu Kedir, Emana Alemu, Bekri Mohammed
Summary: This study aimed to assess the prevalence and associated factors of physical inactivity among adult diabetic patients in Felege Hiwot Referral Hospital, Bahir Dar, Northwest Ethiopia. The overall prevalence of physical inactivity among diabetic patients was 30.5%. Being female, old age, dwelling in an urban area, having low efficacy, poor attitude, and lack of social support were significantly associated with physical inactivity. It is important to promote physical activity among diabetic patients through education and increased social support.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Nuru Mohammed Hussen, Demeke Lakew Workie, Hailegebrael Birhan Biresaw
Summary: The study aimed to identify factors affecting the complications time of congestive heart failure patients. The median complication time was found to be 22 months in this study. Factors such as serum sodium concentration, left ventricular ejection fraction, region, age, serum hemoglobin concentration, and New York heart association classes were found to be associated with the complication time of congestive heart failure patients.
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Assefa Gebeyehu Muluneh, Kedir Sany Adem, Jemal Suleyman Dawud, Alemu Kassaw Kibret, Melisew Mekie Yitayal, Getachew Azeze Eriku
Summary: The study found that nearly one quarter of diabetes mellitus patients in Felege Hiwot Comprehensive Specialized Hospital had musculoskeletal disorders. Factors such as being female, older age, occupation (farmer, merchant, retired), and long duration of diabetes were significantly associated with musculoskeletal disorders. It suggests special attention should be given to individuals with diabetes, especially for those who are female, older, and have had a prolonged history of diabetes.
FRONTIERS IN ENDOCRINOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Degu Ashagrie, Chalachew Genet, Bayeh Abera
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of VRE and VRCoNS among patients attending Felege-Hiwot comprehensive specialized hospital in Ethiopia. The findings revealed a significantly higher prevalence of VRE compared to CoNS, with high levels of multidrug resistance among VRE isolates. Factors such as low educational levels, previous catheterization, and prior antibiotic use were significantly associated with VRE infection.
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Belete Birhan, Netsanet Eristu
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the prevalence of positive religious coping and its associated factors among people with severe mental illness attending outpatient service in Felege Hiwot Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Ethiopia. The results showed a relatively high prevalence of positive religious coping among individuals with severe mental illness, and it was associated with factors such as absence of comorbid medical illness, good medication adherence, good quality of life, and mild subjective severity scale.
PSYCHOLOGY RESEARCH AND BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Pediatrics
Demeke Mesfin Belay, Workie Zemene Worku, Amare Wondim, Habtamu Shimels Hailemeskel, Wubet Alebachew Bayih
Summary: This study aimed to assess the survival probability and predictors of mortality among preterm neonates at Felege Hiwot comprehensive specialized hospital. The results showed that the incidence of mortality among preterm neonates was consistent with the national average. Factors such as respiratory distress syndrome, perinatal asphyxia, breastfeeding, kangaroo mother care, admission weight, and jaundice were significant predictors of survival. Therefore, attention should be given to intensive phototherapy, optimal calorie feeding, oxygenation, and good thermal care for admitted preterm neonates.
FRONTIERS IN PEDIATRICS
(2022)
Article
Pediatrics
Amare Kassaw, Desalegne Amare, Minyichil Birhanu, Aragaw Tesfaw, Shegaw Zeleke, Getachew Arage, Demewoz Kefale
Summary: This study conducted a retrospective cohort study of 488 severe acute malnourished under-five children admitted from January 1, 2016, to December 30, 2019. The results showed that failed appetite test, altered consciousness level at admission, oxygen saturation below 90%, edema, and HIV infection were predictors of mortality for children diagnosed with severe acute malnutrition. Early screening of complications, close follow-up, and regular monitoring of severely malnourished children may improve child survival rates.
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Solomon Misgana, Mulusew Andualem Asemahagn, Desta Debalkie Atnafu, Tadele Fentabil Anagaw
Summary: A hospital-based retrospective follow-up study in Ethiopia assessed the incidence of stroke among hypertensive patients and identified various risk factors. The study recommends early blood pressure screening, prioritizing patients with comorbidities and advanced-stage hypertension, and providing health education.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Tadios Lidetu, Dagmawit Zewdu
Summary: This study assessed the incidence and predictors of post-stroke seizure at Felege Hiwot Compressive Specialized Hospital in North West Ethiopia. The results showed that the incidence of post-stroke seizures was 22.18%, and older age, hemorrhagic stroke, surgical intervention, and tramadol medication were found to be predictors of post stroke seizure.
Article
Microbiology
Mohabaw Jemal, Teshiwal Deress, Teshome Belachew, Yesuf Adem
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of cryptococcal antigenemia and associated factors among HIV/AIDS patients. The results showed a high rate of cryptococcal antigenemia among hospitalized patients, with most having CD4 counts below 100 cells/mu l, and significant associations between serum cryptococcal antigenemia and tuberculosis coinfection, as well as antiretroviral therapy status.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MICROBIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Berhanu Tarekegn, Ayanaw Tamene
Summary: Visceral leishmaniasis is endemic in Ethiopia, affecting mostly young adult males with common clinical presentations of fever and splenomegaly. Anemia is the most common hematologic finding in patients with the disease.
SAGE OPEN MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Fassikaw Kebede, Tsehay Kebede, Belete Negese, Atitegeb Abera, Getahun Fentaw, Ayalew Kasaw
Summary: This study aimed to identify predictors of mortality related to severe acute malnutrition (SAM). The study found that vomiting, diarrhea, needing nasogastric therapy, anemia, and being readmitted with SAM were independent risk factors for death. The findings of this study can inform treatment and prevention strategies.
Article
Psychiatry
Asnakew Worku, Getachew Tesfaw, Berhanie Getnet
Summary: This study aimed to identify the magnitude and associated factors of probable acute stress disorder among traumatized patients in order to plan and render informed intervention for these vulnerable people.
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Walelign Kindie, Aemiro Yiheyis, Amanu Aragaw, Kihinetu Gelaye Wudineh, Daniel Miskir
Summary: The study found that pelvic organ prolapse significantly affects the quality of life for women, particularly in the domains of physical limitation and general health perception. Factors such as age, educational level, and the severity of prolapse were found to be important predictors of lower quality of life.
INTERNATIONAL UROGYNECOLOGY JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Abel Fekadu Dadi, Emma R. Miller, Richard J. Woodman, Telake Azale, Lillian Mwanri
Summary: Through longitudinal data and causal inference methods, it was found that there was no evidence of an association between perinatal depression and infant diarrhea, ARI, and malnutrition among women in Gondar Town, Ethiopia. Prior reports suggesting increased risks due to maternal depression may be attributed to unobserved confounding factors.
BMC PREGNANCY AND CHILDBIRTH
(2021)
Article
Pediatrics
Abel Fekadu Dadi, Zelalem Mehari Nigussie, Hanna Demelash Desyibelew
Summary: This study found that postnatal follow-up, strong perception of adequate breast milk production, and preterm birth are predictors of frequent breastfeeding. Additionally, an increase in Mid Upper Arm Circumference of mothers was associated with increased breastfeeding frequency.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Behailu Tariku Derseh, Natnael Mulushewa Tafese, Hazaratali Panari, Awraris Hailu Bilchut, Abel Fekadu Dadi
Summary: This study aimed to determine behavioral and environmental predictors of acute diarrhea among under-five children. The results showed that factors such as family monthly income, hand washing practice of mothers/care givers, improper disposal of infant feces, not treating drinking water at home, children consuming leftover food stored at room temperature, and poor knowledge of the respondents about risk factors for diarrhea were significantly associated with acute childhood diarrhea.
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Gizachew A. Tessema, Yohannes Kinfu, Berihun Assefa Dachew, Azeb Gebresilassie Tesema, Yibeltal Assefa, Kefyalew Addis Alene, Atsede Fantahun Aregay, Mohammed Biset Ayalew, Woldesellassie M. Bezabhe, Ayele Geleto Bali, Abel Fekadu Dadi, Bereket Duko, Daniel Erku, Kahsu Gebrekidan, Kidane Tadesse Gebremariam, Lemlem Gebremedhin Gebremichael, Eyob Alemayehu Gebreyohannes, Yalemzewod Assefa Gelaw, Hailay Abrha Gesesew, Getiye Dejenu Kibret, Cheru Tesema Leshargie, Maereg Wagnew Meazew, Alemayehu Mekonnen, Alemnesh H. Mirkuzie, Hassen Mohammed, Dejen Yemane Tekle, Fisaha Haile Tesfay
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has put a strain on health systems worldwide, including one of the weakest systems in Africa. The region was inadequately prepared for the pandemic and faced significant impacts, such as reduced patient flow and missed appointments. Responses by healthcare systems included telephone consultations, repurposing of services, establishment of isolation centers, and provision of COVID-19 guidelines.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Selam Shegaw Sewnet, Hunegnaw Almaw Derseh, Hanna Demelash Desyibelew, Netsanet Fentahun
Summary: This study assessed undernutrition and associated factors among under-five orphan children in orphanages in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, finding a high prevalence of undernutrition and identifying health status, meal frequency, and vaccination status as factors associated with undernutrition.
JOURNAL OF NUTRITION AND METABOLISM
(2021)
Article
Psychiatry
Wolfgang Marx, Sam H. Manger, Mark Blencowe, Greg Murray, Fiona Yan-Yee Ho, Sharon Lawn, James A. Blumenthal, Felipe Schuch, Brendon Stubbs, Anu Ruusunen, Hanna Demelash Desyibelew, Timothy G. Dinan, Felice Jacka, Arun Ravindran, Michael Berk, Adrienne O'Neil
Summary: This study aims to provide clinicians with evidence-based recommendations and implementation considerations for lifestyle-based mental health care for adults with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). The study conducted systematic literature searches and formed nine recommendations, including physical activity, relaxation techniques, work-directed interventions, sleep, and mindfulness-based therapies. The study also emphasized the importance of implementing this approach with input from allied health professionals and support networks, and delivering interventions using a biopsychosocial-cultural framework.
WORLD JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL PSYCHIATRY
(2023)
Article
Urology & Nephrology
Beza Zewdu Desta, Abel Fekadu Dadi, Behailu Tariku Derseh
Summary: A study conducted in three dialysis centers in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, found that patients on chronic hemodialysis had a high mortality rate, with hypertension, cardiovascular disease, and infection during dialysis being the main contributing factors to death.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Digsu Negese Koye, Yohannes Adama Melaku, Yalemzewod Assefa Gelaw, Berihun Megabiaw Zeleke, Akilew Awoke Adane, Henok Getachew Tegegn, Eyob Alemayehu Gebreyohannes, Daniel Asfaw Erku, Fisaha Haile Tesfay, Hailay Abrha Gesesew, Alemayehu Mekonnen, Abel Fekadu Dadi, Kefyalew Addis Alene
Summary: There is substantial variation in the prevalence of hypertension and diabetes at the national, regional, and local levels in Ethiopia. Population density and altitude are associated with higher prevalence of these diseases.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Kedir Y. Ahmed, Abel F. Dadi, Felix Akpojene Ogbo, Andrew Page, Kingsley E. Agho, Temesgen Yihunie Akalu, Adhanom Gebreegziabher Baraki, Getayeneh Antehunegn Tesema, Achamyeleh Birhanu Teshale, Tesfa Sewunet Alamneh, Zemenu Tadesse Tessema, Robel Hussen Kabthymer, Koku Sisay Tamirat, Allen G. Ross
Summary: This study aims to evaluate key modifiable risk factors associated with childhood stunting in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA).
Article
Education & Educational Research
Abel Fekadu Dadi, Vincent He, John Guenther, Jiunn-Yih Su, Robyn Ober, Steven Guthridge
Summary: This study followed a cohort of 7881 First Nations students for 2 years after enrollment in Year 7 to examine their transitional pathways through middle school. The results showed that 78.8% of students progressed to Year 9, while 13.3% dropped out of school and 7.9% repeated Year 7/8. Factors associated with dropout and repeating years included age at enrollment, school attendance rate, school transfer, and living in a remote area. These findings highlight the importance of considering these factors in interventions to improve school retention during the middle-school years.
AUSTRALIAN EDUCATIONAL RESEARCHER
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Habtamu Mellie Bizuayehu, Abel F. Dadi, Tahir A. Hassen, Daniel Bekele Ketema, Kedir Y. Ahmed, Zemenu Y. Kassa, Erkihun Amsalu, Getiye Dejenu Kibret, Addisu Alehegn Alemu, Animut Alebel, Jemal E. Shifa, Yibeltal Assefa, Gizachew A. Tessema, Peter Sarich, Aster Ferede Gebremedhin, Meless G. Bore
Summary: Women globally face inequality in cancer outcomes, with smaller improvements in life expectancy and disparities in incidence and mortality rates. This inequality is projected to worsen by 2040, particularly in low- and middle-income countries and for women with rare cancer types. Improvements in medical infrastructure and access to screening and prevention resources are needed to address this issue.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CANCER
(2023)
Letter
Medicine, General & Internal
Abel F. Dadi, Tesfaye B. Mersha
Summary: This article discusses the considerations in boosting universal COVID-19 vaccine booster shots and emphasizes the need to reach the target of universal vaccination. The research also evaluates the COVID-19 vaccination status and previous history of COVID-19 diagnosis in California and New York.
Letter
Psychiatry
Abel Fekadu Dadi
Article
Psychiatry
Abel Fekadu Dadi, Emma R. Miller, Telake Azale, Lillian Mwanri
Summary: This qualitative study in Ethiopia identified barriers at different levels, from individual health administrators' lack of knowledge about perinatal depression to structural issues such as the lack of mental health policy and healthcare systems. However, enablers such as the introduction of the mhGap program and health professionals' commitment were also identified, providing opportunities for perinatal mental health service implementation.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MENTAL HEALTH SYSTEMS
(2021)
Review
Hematology
Wubet Worku Takele, Adhanom Gebreegziabher Baraki, Haileab Fekadu Wolde, Hanna Demelash Desyibelew, Behailu Tariku Derseh, Abel Fekadu Dadi, Eskedar Getie Mekonnen, Temesgen Yihunie Akalu
Summary: Anemia is a common issue among severely malnourished infants and children in the Amhara region, with rural residence and HIV infection increasing the odds of anemia, while exclusive breastfeeding reducing the risk significantly. Policymakers should focus on promoting exclusive breastfeeding and strengthening strategies for preventing HIV transmission and early treatment. Education on nutrition should also be prioritized for mothers/caretakers in rural areas.