Publications (2235)
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Prevalence of Anemia and Its Associated Factors Among Public Primary School Children in the Plateau Central Region of Burkina Faso
Daniel Somwaoga Ouedraogo, Ella W. R. Compaore, Ousmane Ouedraogo, Mamoudou H. Dicko
Anemia is a public health problem afecting mainly children under 5 years and pregnant women. However, school-age children are also afected but are often neglected in research. This study aimed to assess the prevalence and factors associated with anemia among primary school children in public schools in the Plateau Central Region of Burkina Fas(...)
Anemia, Associated factors, Burkina Faso, Schoolchildren, School feeding
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Study of Ageratum conyzoides L. (Asteraceae) Phytochemical Composition as Quorum-sensing Inhibitors to Combat Antibiotic-resistant Bacterial Infections
Eli Compaoré, Lassané Ouedraogo, Ablassé Rouamba, Vincent Ouedraogo, Alimata Bancé, René Dofini Magnini, Safiétou Ouedraogo, Yasmine Aminata Bangré, Moussa Compaoré and Martin Kiendrebeogo
The rise of antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections has intensified the search for plant-derived quorum-sensing (QS) inhibitors as alternative therapeutic strategies. Ageratum conyzoides L. has a long history of traditional use as an antimicrobial agent against multidrug-resistant pathogens, yet the phytochemical basis of its QS-inhibitory a(...)
Ageratum conyzoides, Quorum sensing inhibition, Antimicrobial resistance, Phytochemical analysis, HPTLC, Flavonoids, Antioxidant activity, Pseudomonas aeruginosa
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Formulation of high-calorie foods from local raw materials using the Design of Experiments (DOE) methodology
Jean Axel T. KABORE, Ella W.R. COMPAORE ,Inoussa KY ,Ousmane OUEDRAOGO,Fulbert NIKIEMA,Elie KABRE,Mamoudou H. DICKO,
An experimental study on the formulation of high-calorie foods from local raw materials was carried out for the benefit of military personnel involved in the fight against terrorism. The aim of this study was to provide this social stratum with food of high nutritional quality at a reduced cost. The Design of Experiments (DOE) method was used(...)
experimental designs,Formulation,Hypercaloric foods,Optimization
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Effects of the Availability of Food Stocks on Household Food Consumption in Burkina Faso
Jean Serge Rodrigue Kouame , Ella Wendinpuikondo Rakèta CompaoreInoussa Ky, Ousmane Ouedraogo, Natacha Kere, Mamadou Traore,Thierry Zoumité Christ Stephen Coulibaly, Rhout Payine Wendé Yaogo,
Burkina Faso derives most of its resources from various agricultural activities.
The number of people suffering from food and nutritional insecurity rose
from 294,500 in 2014 to over 3.4 million in 2022. This article aims to deter-
mine the effects of food stock availability on household food consumption in
Burkina Faso in order to better(...)
Food Consumption Score, Availability of Food Stocks, Multinomial Logistic ,Regression Model, Burkina Faso
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Phytochemical Profile and anti-MRSA Potential of West African Flora: A Systematic Review of Efficacy, Toxicity and Molecular Mechanisms (2000-2025)
Souleymane Koné, Abasse Ganamé Ouédraogo, Henri Sidabéwindin Ouédraogo, Arouna Ouédraogo, Djibrine Adoum Oumar and Aly Savadogo
Methicillin resistance in Staphylococcus aureus is increasing and poses a serious threat to healthcare. This threat is particularly relevant to West African countries, where the circulation of multi-resistant pathogens and limited access to advanced antibiotics only serve to reinforce this threat. This systematic review presents the phytochemi(...)
MRSA, West Africa, ethnopharmacology, antibacterial activity, phytochemical compounds, cytotoxicity, traditional medicine
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Assessment of Physicochemical Characteristics and Microbiological Quality of Fried Shrimps Sold in Rural Municipality of Loumbila
Cissé Hama, Nebié Sibiri, Zongo Oumarou, Traoré Roukiatou, Djibrine Adoum Oumar, Konwougoum Inoussa, Zingué B. A. Romaric, Tapsoba François, Sawadogo Adama, Abdelsalam Tidjani and Savadogo Aly
Shrimp is a crustacean found in marine and freshwater environments and is widely distributed throughout the world due to its nutritional and socioeconomic values. However, its chemical composition, rich in proteins and lipids, and its water content, make it an easily perishable food commodity and particularly susceptible to microbiological and(...)
Fried shrimps, physicochemical characteristics, microbiological quality, yeasts and molds, Loumbila
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Diagnostic performance of the Standard Q Malaria P.f/Pan Ag rapid diagnostic test in the assessment of asymptomatic Plasmodium falciparum carriage in school-aged children in Koubri, Burkina Faso
Nassandba Yanogo, Saoudia Fabiola Diarra, Yssimini Nadège Guillène Tibiri, Dinanibè Kambiré, Aissata Barry, Sidzabda Christian Kompaoré, Patindoilba Marcel Sawadogo, Kiswendsida Thierry Guiguendé, and Adama Zida
Asymptomatic malaria, or asymptomatic carriage of Plasmodium, poses a significant challenge to malaria control and
elimination. Asymptomatic carriage of Plasmodium is particularly common among children living in areas of high transmission.
Microscopic diagnosis and rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) are the two main methods recommended by the P(...)
asymptomatic malaria, RDT standard Malaria Q, performance.
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Prévalence et antibiorésistance des souches de Salmonella spp. et de Staphylococcus aureus isolées dans les sandwichs vendus en milieux scolaires dans la ville de Maradi (NIGER)
Abdourhamane SAHIROU, Namwin Siourimè SOMDA, Losséni DAO, Ibrahim IDDO , Edwige SOME , Ouindgueta Juste Isidore BONKOUNGOU
Cette étude a évalué la qualité microbiologique de 133 sandwichs vendus dans 21 écoles de la ville de Maradi (Niger) et déterminé le profil de résistance aux antibiotiques des souches de Salmonella spp. et de Staphylococcus aureus isolées. Les analyses ont révélé une prévalence de 8,27 % pour Salmonella spp. (11 échantillons) et de 9,77 % pour(...)
Nutrition humaine ; Sandwich ; Staphylococcus aureus ; Salmonella spp. ; Résistance bactérienne ; Santé publique
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Hepatotoxic Effects of Sildenafil Adulterated Herbal Aphrodisiacs (Attoté and Congnons-moussos), Following Chronic Exposure in Male Wistar Rats
Nomawendé Emmanuel Joachim Armel OUEDRAOGO, Basile TINDANO , Wendyam Joëlle Raymonde YOUGBARE, Elisabeth OUEDRAOGO, T. Jean Luc KABORE, Abdelaziz KOUSSOUBE, Abdoul Dramane SANA, Souleymane BENGYENDE, Balé BAYALA
The adulteration of traditional aphrodisiac formulations with phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors (PDE5i),
particularly sildenafil, represents a significant public health concern due to the toxicological risks associated with their uncontrolled and prolonged use. This study investigated the subchronic hepatotoxic effects of two commercially a(...)
Hepatotoxicity, Herbal Aphrodisiacs, Oxidative Stress, Sildenafil Adulteration, Wistar Rats
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Antibiotic susceptibility of bacteria isolated from suppurative acute otitis media in children in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso
Tondé, I., Guiguemdé, K. T., Condé, M. S., Savadogo, P. M., Sanogo, Z., Tapsoba, A., Tamboura, M., Soma, W., Béré, P. L., Somé, C. K., Ky/Ba, A., Sanou, I., and Gyebré, Y. M. C.
Background: Acute otitis media (AOM) is one of the most common bacterial infections in children. The emergence of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) poses a threat to the management of these infections. The objective of this study was to identify and describe the sensitivity profile of bacterial agents isolated in AOM to commonly used antibiotics(...)
Acute otitis media; AMR; Antibiotics; Bacteria; Burkina Faso
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Formulation and Quality Characterization of Energy-Dense Foods From Local Ingredients Targeted for High-Performance Nutrition
Jean Axel T. Kabore,Ella W. R. Compaore,Inoussa Ky,Ousmane Ouedraogo,Kayaba Kabore,Fulbert Nikiema ,Elie Kabre,Mamoudou H. Dicko
Military personnel operating in feld environments often experience energy defcits due to limited access to adequate nutrition.
Terefore, the development of high-calorie, shelf-stable, and nutrient-dense foods is essential to sustain their performance and
health. Tis study aimed to formulate and evaluate the nutritional and microbiological qu(...)
functional food design; high-energy formulation; mixture optimization; military rations; nutrient profling
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Agromorphological and Participatory Evaluation of Aromatic Rice Lines in Burkina Faso
Lucien Kaboré, Valentin Stanislas Edgar Traoré, Christian Raoul Ouedraogo, Sang-Bok Lee, Mahamadou Sawadogo, Oumar Traoré
Rice is a major food crop in Burkina Faso but its productivity must increase to meet the growing demand. This study assessed agromorphological diversity, yield stability, and farmer preferences among aromatic rice lines using multi year field evaluations and participatory approaches. Combined analysis of variance revealed highly significant ef(...)
Rice Genetic Diversity, Agromorphological Traits, Genotype × Environment Interaction, Yield Stability, Participatory Varietal Selection
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Production technology and microbiological quality of kilichi produced in five locations in Burkina Faso
Cissé Hama, Zongo Oumarou, Djibrine Adoum Oumar, Ouédraogo Issouf, Sawadogo Adama and Savadogo Aly
Kilichi, a dried meat product originating in Niger, is increasingly consumed in Burkina Faso. However, the hygienic quality of this product raises many questions among consumers. The objective of this study was to determine the production technology and hygienic quality of kilichi produced in five locations in Burkina Faso. Information on prod(...)
Meat; Production technology; Kilichi; Microbiological quality; Burkina Faso
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Prevalence and Mean Intensity of Nematode Parasites in Anurans of the Genus Sclerophrys in Burkina Faso (West Africa)
Patricia Soubeiga, Magloire Boungou,, Noel Gabiliga Thiombiano, Adechegoun Meschac Bertrand Chabi, Nakoula Emile Zougouri Nazeguenimba, Armel Ouédraogo, Mohamed Bagayan, Yamba Sinare
A study aimed at better understanding parasitic infections was conducted on nematode parasites infecting anurans of the genus Sclerophrys between June 2022 and November 2023 in the provinces of Ganzourgou, Kadiogo, and Houet in order to preserve them. To do this, anurans were collected at night using the VAES method (Visual and Acoustic Encoun(...)
Anurans of the genus Sclerophrys, Nematodes, infection, Conservation, Burkina Faso
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Diversity and Antifungal Susceptibility of Candida spp. Strains Isolated from Soils in the City of Ouagadougou (Burkina Faso)
Patindoilba Marcel Sawadogo, Kiswendsida Thierry Guiguemdé, Nouroudina Zoungrana and Adama Zida,
Introduction: Candida spp. are opportunistic yeasts found in various environments,
including soil. Some species can cause human infections, particularly in immunocompromised
individuals. Their therapeutic management is challenging due to resistance reported in numerous
studies. This study aimed to explore the diversity and antifungal suscep(...)
diversity; telluric strains; Candida spp.; antifungal susceptibility; Ouagadougou