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ArticleThe American journal of tropical medicine and hygiene2024

Resurgence of Noma (Cancrum Oris) in Nigeria.

Oche Joseph Otorkpa, Chinenye Oche Otorkpa, Onifade Adefunmilola Adebola, Chinazom Anuniru

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Article in The American journal of tropical medicine and hygiene, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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5 · Who and what money

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4 authors.

Oche Joseph OtorkpaDepartment of Public Health, Faculty of Health Sciences, National Open University of Nigeria, Nigeria.
Chinenye Oche OtorkpaDirectorate of University Health Services, Federal University, Lokoja, Nigeria.
Onifade Adefunmilola AdebolaDepartment of Family Medicine, Federal University Teaching Hospital, Lokoja, Nigeria.
Chinazom AnuniruDepartment of Microbiology, Faculty of Science, Alvan Ikoku Federal University, Owerri, Nigeria.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Recent data from Médecins Sans Frontières and local health authorities highlight a concerning rise in noma cases across previously unaffected Nigerian states. Noma is a severe gangrenous disease affecting impoverished populations, causing severe facial disfigurement and high mortality rates, especially among children. Despite its eradication in developed regions, sub-Saharan Africa faces an escalating noma incidence. This communication highlights the urgent need for enhanced surveillance, awareness, regional treatment centers, and international support to mitigate its impact in Nigeria and avoid exacerbation of the condition across sub-Saharan Africa.

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NomaAdolescentAdultChildChild, PreschoolFemaleHumansIncidenceMaleNigeria

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PMID39317183
PMCPMC11619500

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