Preface to the 2nd issue of the International Journal of Medicine and Biomedical Research, 2013

 

Levetiracetam: A Review of its use in the treatment of epilepsy

Background: Levetiracetam is a novel antiepileptic drug. It is marketed worldwide since 2000. Aim: The paper reviewed the mechanism of action, pharmacokinetics, adverse drug reactions, contraindications and uses of levet...

Cortisol plays central role in biochemical changes during pregnancy

Background: Pregnancy is known to alter the feedback effect of cortisol on ACTH secretion and reduce the effectiveness of cortisol in inhibiting ACTH response to hypertension. The mechanism and physiological significance...

Childhood tetanus from snakebite in Warri: a ten-year retrospective review

Background: Childhood tetanus from snakebite is a rare occurrence in Nigeria. It occurs more in adolescents and adults males. Aim: We report cases of tetanus in children following snakebite in Warri. Methods: Case notes...