Browsing by Author "Obikeze, Kenechukwu"
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Adverse Foetal Outcomes in Gestational Diabetes: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Chukwuemeka, Scholarstica Chinwe (University of the Western Cape, 2020)Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a condition that affects pregnant women and is one of the most common complications related to pregnancy. According to the World health organisation (WHO), the usual window for ... -
Bioassay guided fractionation of Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor compound from Hypericum perforatum
Mokwelu, Onyinye Vivian (University of the Western Cape, 2019)Due to the contribution of hypertension to various cardiovascular diseases, many studies are currently focused on identifying efficient bioactive compounds with antihypertensive activity and thus reducing the levels of ... -
Cardiovascular effects of Leonotis leonurus extracts in normotensive rats and in isolated perfused rat heart
Obikeze, Kenechukwu (University of the Western Cape, 2004)This thesis discussed the cardiovascular effects of the aqueous leaf extract and a fraction of the methanol extract of Leonotis leonurus, a plant commonly used in traditional medicine in South Africa for the treatment of ... -
Comparison of flavonoid profile and respiratory smooth muscle relaxant effects of Artemisia afra versus Leonotis leonurus
Tikiso, Tjokosela (University of the Western Cape, 2015)Leonotis leonurus (L. leonurus) and Artemisia afra (A. afra) are two of the most commonly used medicinal plants in South Africa traditionally advocated for use in asthma. However, proper scientific studies to validate these ... -
Disposal of unused medicines from households in Cape Town
Okonkwo Ihebe, Miriam Oluchi (University of Western Cape, 2019)Evidence indicates that most South African households do not dispose of unused medicines in the manner prescribed by the medicine’s regulatory authority. This trend is not unique to South Africa, but several developing ... -
The impact of Niacin on PCSK9 levels in vervet monkeys (Chlorocebus aethiops)
Ngqaneka, Thobile (University of the Western Cape, 2020)Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) such as ischaemic heart diseases, heart failure and stroke remain a major cause of death globally. Various deep-rooted factors influence CVD development; these include but are not limited ... -
The impact of Niacin on PCSK9 levels in vervet monkeys (Chlorocebus aethiops)
Ngqaneka, Thobile (University of Western Cape, 2020)Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) such as ischaemic heart diseases, heart failure and stroke remain a major cause of death globally. Various deep-rooted factors influence CVD development; these include but are not limited ... -
The impact of Niacin on PCSK9 levels in vervet monkeys (Chlorocebus aethiops)
Ngqaneka, Thobile (University of the Western Cape, 2020)Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) such as ischaemic heart diseases, heart failure and stroke remain a major cause of death globally. Various deep-rooted factors influence CVD development; these include but are not limited to ... -
The impact of universal health coverage and national health expenditure on the main health determinants on central America countries and the Caribbean
López, Alejandra (University of Western Cape, 2020)Health is considered as a sensitive marker of the sustainable development of a population. In Central America and Caribbean (CAC) region, the majority of countries are considered middle-income economies with significant ... -
Isolation and Bioassay evaluation of Angiotensin Converting Enzyme inhibitory compounds of Centella asiatica
Ichoku, Emmanuel (University of the Western Cape, 2019)Hypertension is by far the most common risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD), which has been identified as the leading cause of death worldwide and a major economic burden in developing countries. Over the years, ... -
Pharmacological characterization and chemo-informatics analysis of compounds from leonotis leonurus
Oghenetega, Chioma O N (University of Western Cape, 2021)The central nervous system (CNS), consisting of the brain and the spinal cord, is responsible for integrating sensory information and influencing most bodily functions . The CNS is protected from toxic and pathogenic ... -
Synthesis and Physicochemical Characterisation of Poly (?-caprolactone) Nanoparticles for Delivery of Propranolol
Belhaja, Hanan (University of the Western Cape, 2017)Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are a major cause of morbidity and mortality in both developed and developing countries; and account for around 30% of all deaths worldwide. Reports indicate that nanoparticle (NP) based drug ... -
Use and consumer perceptions of dietary supplements in the fitness community of Gaborone, Botswana
Phaladi, Kagiso (University of Western Cape, 2020)Health authorities around the world, including stringent ones, struggle to regulate dietary supplements. Health claims and actual effects of these products on users therefore are not adequately studied and monitored. In ...