Original Article
Clinical Features of Acute Gastroenteritis in Children at University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Ituku‑Ozalla, Enugu
Author(s):
Ezeonwu BU*, Ibeneme CA, Aneke F and Oguonu T
Background: Acute gastroenteritis (AGE) is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in children worldâÂÃ?Â?ÂÃ?Â?wide with the highest incidence in the developing countries. The persistence and effect of this condition require a study of the features and characteristics of the disease especially, within any (each) locality in order to offer possible control solutions. Aim: To determine, the clinical and social characteristics associated with AGE among children seen in the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Enugu. Subjects and Methods: A hospitalâÂÃ?Â?ÂÃ?Â?based population study in which children admitted in the children emergency room of the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital whose parents/caregivers gave their consent were enrolled, over a 7 month period. Appropriate statistical tools: ChiâÂÃ?Â?&Ac.. Read More»
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