http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/42 2026-04-05T19:56:04Z 2026-04-05T19:56:04Z EKEDIGWE, J.E ONUBI, J ELISHA, A ESEIGBE, P AMAKU, C CHIMA, AAG http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/2771 2024-09-12T12:55:59Z 2024-07-01T00:00:00Z

Digital Radiographic Rejection Analysis in a Tertiary Hospital in North Central Nigeria EKEDIGWE, J.E; ONUBI, J; ELISHA, A; ESEIGBE, P; AMAKU, C; CHIMA, AAG Radiographic imaging is an essential tool in modern medicine, providing critical diagnostic information. However, the quality of these images can be compromised by various factors leading to rejection, which in turn affects patient management and increases healthcare costs. The findings from this study will be used in planning and implementing improved diagnostic accuracy, reducing the operational burden and cost on healthcare facilities. This study investigates the rejection rate of digital radiographs in a tertiary hospital in North Central Nigeria, aiming to identify common causes and distribution patterns by body part, sex, and age. A comprehensive retrospective analysis of 299 radiographic examinations over a period of 6 months was carried out by a certified radiologist. The study revealed a rejection rate of 10.37%. The most frequent reasons for rejection included poor positioning, incomplete images, and cut-off errors. The study also found slight variations in rejection rates between males and females and between children and adults. Notably, the chest radiographs exhibited the highest rejection rate, primarily due to positioning issues. These findings underscore the need for improved training and quality control measures to enhance the overall quality of radiographic imaging and patient care.

2024-07-01T00:00:00Z Ekedigwe, J E http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/2305 2024-06-25T12:26:34Z 2017-02-20T00:00:00Z

POTT'S PUFFY TUMOR WITH ASSOCIATED EPIDURAL ABSCESS COMPLICATING FRONTAL SINUSITIS Ekedigwe, J E Pott's Puffy tumor is a rare disease entity arising from osteomyelitis of the frontal bone associated with subperiosteal abscess that develops on the forehead resulting from frontal sinusitis. In this case, we present a 12-year-old girl who presented with Pott's Puffy tumor with epidural abscess extension which was detected on CT scan. The role of radiological imaging is discussed.

2017-02-20T00:00:00Z EKEDIGWE, J E http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/2251 2024-06-22T09:54:13Z 2013-01-01T00:00:00Z

An Audit of MRI in a Teaching Hospital in Nigeria: Preliminary Report EKEDIGWE, J E Imaging (MRI) in Nigeria as a whole and in Jos in particular has added to the arsenal of valuable diagnostic tools in medical practice in this part of the world, with an increasing scope of its use. The aim of this study is to determine the indications, age range of patients investigated and findings on MRI at the Jos University Teaching Hospital. Methods: A retrospective review of MRI investigations performed at the Jos University Teaching Hospital over an eighteen month period (May 2010-October 2011) Results: There were 161 MRI investigations carried out during the study period. Of these, 136 were patients from within the index hospital while 25 were referrals from outside. A total number of 90 males (55.9%) and 71 females (44.1%) were investigated. The overall mean age Abstract of patients was 42.5±16.9 years with a range of 2-73 years. The major indications for MRI are seizure disorder: 17(10.6%), suspected lumbar spondylosis: 16(10%), suspected intracranial space occupying lesion: 14(8.8%), and cerebrovascular accident: 11(6.9%). The highest findings on MRI were normal: 48(30%) and degenerative disc disease: 26(16.1%). Conclusion: Normal findings were mostly seen in MRI brain studies. Degenerative disc disease was mostly seen in MRI spine investigations.

2013-01-01T00:00:00Z EKEDIGWE, JE http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/2249 2024-06-22T08:07:23Z 2018-01-01T00:00:00Z

Incidental finding of Chilaiditi sign in a Nigerian hypertensive: a case report EKEDIGWE, JE The patient was a 54 year old male Nigerian from Plateau State. He was a hypertensive on Moduratic when consulted BNO in January 2010 for forgetfulness and blood pressure control. Physical examination was negative but for severe hypertension of 230/140 mmHg in the supine position. Chilaiditi sign was noticed on chest X-Ray requested as part of cardiovascular evaluation. We are reporting this as a rarity which has not been previously documented from Nigeria. In medical literature to the best of our knowledge. Clinicians should be aware of this to avoid misdiagnosis of visceral rupture and unwarranted surgical intervention

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