The role of Tilapia in food security of fishing villages in Niger state, Nigeria

Fish is generally regarded as a primary source of protein for many poor African fishing villages. Most of the fish consumed in the fishing villages in Nigeria consists of freshwater species such as tilapia. Tilapia previously considered of little commercial value is now being considered a human food. The aim of the present study was to determine the importance of tilapia in the diet of fishing villages in Niger state, Nigeria by examining the household consumption of different fish species. A total of one hundred households in fishing villages in five local government areas (LGA) of Niger state were randomly selected for the study. The households consisted of fifty fishing households where active fishing was the primary activity and fifty non–fishing households (where agriculture was the primary activity). A 24 hour recall was used to obtain the amount of fish consumed by each household, the form of fish cooked (fresh, smoked, dried) and the source of fish (whether the fish was purchased in the market or caught directly by household members from local rivers). A general linear model was used to analyse fish consumption to establish significant (p<0.05) differences in monthly fish consumption between fishing and non-fishing households. A total of 24 fish species were recorded in the diet of the people with tilapia contributing the highest percentage (19% by weight) of the fish consumed. All fishing and non–fishing households consumed fish during the survey period. Fish consumption was significantly higher in fishing than non–fishing households. Fishing households consumed an  average of 188g of fish per day (69kg/year) compared with 127g fish per day (46kg/year) for non-fishing households. Household consumption of fish varied during the year. The highest fish consumption occurred in March, 2009 in all the households. There was a negative correlation (r = - 0.124, p = 0.013) between fish consumption and income. The study shows a high preference for fresh fish

Radiation therapy and surgery in cancer management

No Abstract. Nigerian Journal of Surgical Research Vol. 7(1&2) 2005: 147-15

Pseudoprune Belly Syndrome; Its\' Associations and Management Challenge In a Developing Country: A Case Report

Background: Pseudo prune belly syndrome is an incomplete expression of the triad syndrome. Its incidence is poorly documented worldwide. We are not aware of any documented cases in Nigeria in recent times. Diagnosis is clinical; however, ultrasound scan plays key role in the overall assessment of the patient. Method: It is a report of an 8day old boy who had pseudo prune belly syndrome with associated micro colon and rectal atresia managed at the Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital (ABUTH), Zaria, in October, 2005. Conclusion: Management of this patient was challenging due to lack of frozen section facility, parenteral nutrition and finance. Awareness of the associated conditions and how to manage them is emphasized for good outcome. Keywords: pseudoprune belly syndrome, parenteral nutrition, frozen section, electrolytes Nigerian Journal of Medicine Vol. 17 (2) 2008: pp. 214-21

Management of anorectal malformation: Changing trend over two decades in Zaria, Nigeria

<b>Background:</b> Anorectal malformation is a common congenital defect and its management has evolved over the years. This is a review of the trend in the management of this condition in a major paediatric surgical centre in Nigeria over two decades. <b>Materials and Methods:</b> A retrospective analysis of 295 patients with anorectal malformations managed from January 1988 to December 2007 was carried out. <b>Results:</b> There were 188 boys and 107 girls aged 1 day-9 years (median 8 years) at presentation. There were 73 (54.5&#x0025;) and 106 (65.8&#x0025;) emergency operations in groups A and B, respectively. There were 61 (45.5&#x0025;) and 55 (34.2&#x0025;) elective operations in groups A and B, respectively. Regarding treatment, in group A, patients requiring colostomy had transverse loop colostomy, while in group B, sigmoid (usually divided) colostomy was preferred. The definitive surgery done during the two periods were: group A: cutback anoplasty 29 (47.5&#x0025;), anal transplant 5 (8.2&#x0025;), sacroabdominoperineal pullthrough (Stephen&#x2032;s operation) 6 (9.5&#x0025;) and others 21 (34.4&#x0025;). In group B, posterior sagittal anorectoplasty (PSARP) 46 (83.7&#x0025;), anal transplant 1 (1.8&#x0025;), posterior sagittal anorectovaginourethroplasty (PSARVUP) 2 (3.6&#x0025;) and anal dilatation 6 (10.9&#x0025;) were done. Early colostomy-related complication rates were similar in the two groups (<i>P</i> &gt; 0.05). The overall late complication rate was 65.5&#x0025; in group A and 16.4&#x0025; in group B (<i>P</i> &lt; 0.05). The mortality was 25 (18.6&#x0025;) in group A compared to 17 (10.6&#x0025;) in group B (<i>P</i> &lt; 0.05). <b>Conclusion:</b> There have been significant changes in the management of anorectal malformations in this centre in the last two decades, resulting in improved outcomes

Management of anorectal malformation: Changing trend over two decades in Zaria, Nigeria

Background: Anorectal malformation is a common congenital defect and its management has evolved over the years. This is a review of the trend in the management of this condition in a major paediatric surgical centre in Nigeria over two decades.Materials and Methods: A retrospective analysis of 295 patients with anorectal malformations managed from January 1988 to December 2007 was carried out. Results: There were 188 boys and 107 girls aged 1 day–9 years (median 8 years) at presentation. There were 73 (54.5%) and 106 (65.8%) emergency operations in groups A and B, respectively. There were 61 (45.5%) and 55 (34.2%) elective operations in groups A and B,respectively. Regarding treatment, in group A, patients requiring colostomy had transverse loop colostomy, while in group B, sigmoid (usually divided) colostomy was preferred. The definitive surgery done during the twoperiods were: group A: cutback anoplasty 29 (47.5%), anal transplant 5 (8.2%), sacroabdominoperineal pullthrough (Stephen’s operation) 6 (9.5%) and others 21 (34.4%). In group B, posterior sagittal  anorectoplasty (PSARP) 46 (83.7%), anal transplant 1 (1.8%), posteriorsagittal anorectovaginourethroplasty (PSARVUP) 2 (3.6%) and anal dilatation 6 (10.9%) were done. Early colostomy-related complication rates were similar in the two groups (P > 0.05). The overall late complication rate was 65.5% in group A and 16.4% in group B (P < 0.05). The mortality was 25 (18.6%) in group A compared to 17 (10.6%) in group B (P < 0.05). Conclusion: There have been significant changes in the management ofanorectal malformations in this centre in the last two decades, resulting in improved outcomes