January 18, 2026
CALL FOR PAPERS
The Eastern Heartland Journal of Medicine (EHJMED) invites submissions of manuscripts for publication in its forthcoming...
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Eastern Heartland Journal of Medicine (EHJMED) is a peer-reviewed, multidisciplinary medical journal published by the Federal Teaching Hospital Owerri, Nigeria. EHJMED is dedicated to advancing medical knowledge and improving clinical practice through the publication of high-quality research, reviews, case reports, and clinical studies across all fields of medicine and health sciences...
Editor-In-Chief: Dr. Eberechukwu Achigbu
ISSN: 2734-2875 (Print)
ISSN: XXXX-XXXX (Online)
Distribution: Open Access
Frequency: Twice a year
Eastern Heartland Journal of Medicine
Authors: Lilian Ezeuko, Magdalene Odunvbun, Vitalis Chukwuma Ezeuko
Category: Original Article Pages: 246-257 Published: October 2026 Vol. 4, Issue 2
Abstract:
Background: Hydroxyurea (HU) therapy is an evidence-based treatment for sickle cell disease (SCD) that reduces the frequency of vaso-occlusive crises...
Keywords: Adherence, Caregiver knowledge, Hydroxyurea, Sickle cell disease
Authors: Adanma Ezenwa, Adaora Onyiorah, Ahoma Mbanuzuru, Anthonia Udeaja
Category: Original Article Pages: 258-270 Published: October 2026 Vol. 4, Issue 2
Abstract:
Background: Optimal eye health and vision are vital for daily functioning and wellbeing. Eye health perception and awareness of eye...
Keywords: Eye disease, Awareness, Self-reported, Eye health status, Rural community
Authors: Bartholomew Okorochukwu, Ojukwu Ogbonna, Chiemeka Onumajuru
Category: Original Article Pages: 271-279 Published: October 2026 Vol. 4, Issue 2
Abstract:
Background: Grandmultiparity remains prevalent in many low- and middle-income countries and has traditionally been associated with adverse maternal and perinatal...
Keywords: Caesarean section; Grandmultiparity, Labour; Maternal outcome, Perinatal mortality, Postpartum haemorrhage
Authors: Eberechukwu .O Achigbu, Adesuwa Oviawele, Adaku Mbatuegwu
Category: Case Report Pages: 280-286 Published: October 2026 Vol. 4, Issue 2
Abstract:
IntroductionMorning glory syndrome (MGS) is a rare congenital optic nerve malformation characterized by a funnel-shaped excavation of the optic disc...
Keywords: Morning glory syndrome, Morning glory disc anomaly, Persistent Foetal Vasculature, visual impairment, Nigerian Child
Authors: Ikenna Ezirike
Category: Case Report Pages: 287-292 Published: October 2026 Vol. 4, Issue 2
Abstract:
Vascular injuries, although uncommon as they account for 4% of trauma-related injuries, are a major cause of morbidity and mortality....
Keywords: Surgical treatment, post-traumatic, radiocephalic arteriovenous fistula
The Eastern Heartland Journal of Medicine (EHJMED) invites submissions of manuscripts for publication in its forthcoming...
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