World Scientific Research

Determination of antibiotics susceptibility pattern of some Enterobacteriaceae associated with acute diarrhea among children in Kano, Nigeria

2025-02-06T05:40:47+00:00

The study was aimed to determination of antibiotics susceptibility pattern of some enteric bacteria associated with diarrhea among children in Kano, Northern Nigeria. In the Study, total of two hundred and fifty samples (250) from the study subjects were examined. Enteric bacteria were isolated and identified using conventional methods while the identified isolates were screened for antibiotic susceptibility testing using agar disc diffusion method. Total of 523 Enterobacteriaceae isolates identified were subjected to multi drug resistance (MDR) test, of which 27 (5.2%) isolates were resistant to four or more antibiotics tested while 496 (94.8%) of the isolates were resistant to less than four antibiotics. E. coli showed high resistant to streptomycin (63.2%) and chloramphenicol (23.8%). Salmonella was resistant to streptomycin (78.3%), gentamicin (61.9%) and erythromycin (33.7%) while Shigella spp were resistant to streptomycin (74.6%), gentamicin (76.6%) and ampicillin (54%). On the other hand, E. coli demonstrated sensitivity to ciprofloxacin (92.8%), tetracycline (92.8%), augmentin (90.7%) and nalidixic acid (94.8%). Salmonella spp was highly sensitive to augmentin (96.8%), nalidixic acid (93.5%), tetracycline (91.3) and ciprofloxacin (93.5%) while Shigella spp was sensitive to nalidixic acid (93.7%), chloramphenicol (93.7%) and ciprofloxacin (83%). The antibiotic resistance exists among enteric bacteria associated with diarrhea in children.

Hands-on harvest: Participatory organic farming education on campus

2025-03-20T09:07:38+00:00

Organic farming is a sustainable practice that uses mechanical, biological, and agronomic techniques to improve agro-ecosystem health, biodiversity, and eliminate artificial off-farm inputs. It involves converting land to organic management, managing biodiversity, using alternative nutrients, managing weeds and pests, and maintaining livestock in harmony with organic concepts. Contemporary youth, mainly in developing nations, are crucial for agriculture, but attracting and retaining them in organic farming is essential for food security and employment. The study is significant for its focus on promoting sustainable practices, experiential learning, interdisciplinary education, community engagement, health and wellness, economic benefits, research and innovation, and policy and advocacy. This study investigates the role of student participation (arts and science colleges) in organic farming initiatives on campus and its impacts on learning outcomes and personality growth. The study uses organic pedagogy as a framework for participatory learning in organic farming, focusing on student engagement, competency development, social commitment, and promoting sustainable food systems. The findings show that active engagement in organic farming enhances students' understanding of sustainable agricultural practices, fosters critical thinking, strengthens community bonds, and cultivates essential skills like teamwork, problem-solving, and environmental stewardship. The research advocates for the integration of organic farming practices into academic curricula to promote holistic learning and a culture of sustainability among students.

Prevalence of early postoperative complications and associated factors among children underwent adenotonsillectomy at Bugando Medical Centre Mwanza Tanzania

2025-03-21T06:37:36+00:00

Tonsillar infections and sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) are the leading indications for performing adenotonsillectomy. Studies have shown that the majority of the complications happen during the first eight hours after the procedure. Despite this procedure being frequently performed, there are no studies reporting the prevalence of early postoperative complications and associated factors following adenotonsillectomy at Bugando Medical Centre. The study will enlighten about the complications, which in future protocols will be made to minimize the complications. It is a descriptive cross-sectional study conducted at Bugando Medical Centre from November 2023 to July 2024. The total number of study participants was 206. The majority were male (56.3%). The leading age group that was mostly affected was from 3 years to 8 years, accounting for 67.5%. The prevalence of early postoperative complications was 7.77%. Primary hemorrhage was the leading complication, followed by infection. There is significance in the pre-existing medical conditions and early postoperative complications, as shown in the study. Additionally, this study also showed that age and gender have no relationship in the development of early complications.