Journal of Thyroid Disorders & Therapy

Journal of Thyroid Disorders & Therapy
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ISSN: 2167-7948

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Emuze ME

Department of Medicine, Endocrinology Unit, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria

Biography

Dr. M. E. Emuze is a dedicated endocrinologist affiliated with the Endocrinology Unit of the Department of Medicine at University College Hospital (UCH) in Ibadan, Nigeria. UCH, established in 1952, is a premier tertiary healthcare institution renowned for its comprehensive medical services and commitment to excellence in patient care. In 2020, Dr. Emuze co-authored a pivotal study titled "Clinical Profiles of Males with Graves’ Disease: A Two-Year Review in a Tertiary Hospital in Nigeria," published in the Journal of Thyroid Disorders & Therapy. This research aimed to determine the frequency and clinical characteristics of male patients diagnosed with Graves' disease at UCH over a two-year period. The study provided valuable insights into the presentation and management of Graves' disease among Nigerian males, highlighting the importance of tailored clinical approaches in this demographic. Dr. Emuze's contributions to endocrinology extend beyond this publication, as he actively engages in clinical practice and research focused on improving patient outcomes in Nigeria. His work is integral to the mission of UCH, which strives to render excellent, prompt, affordable, and accessible healthcare services.

Publications

  • Short Communication   
    Clinical Profiles of Males with Graves' Disease: A Two Year Review in a Tertiary Hospital in Nigeria
    Author(s): Adeleye JO*, Emuze ME, Azeez TA, Esan A, Balogun WO and Akande TO

    Aim: Graves’ disease is the commonest cause of thyrotoxicosis and it is much less common in males. Also, there is scanty information about the clinical characteristics of males with Graves’ disease. The objectives of the study were to determine the frequency of males with Graves’ disease seen by the Endocrinology unit of a tertiary hospital and describe their clinical characteristics. Materials and methods: Clinical data was retrieved from the case records of patients with thyroid disease seen between January, 2016 and January, 2018 and analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: 61 patients with Graves’ disease were seen out of which 6 cases were males giving a frequency of 10.9%. The male-to-female ratio was 1: 9. The mean age at diagnosis of the male cases w.. View More»
    DOI: 10.35248/2167-7948.20.9.240

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