Examining the potentials of stem cell therapy in reducing the burden of selected non-communicable diseases in Africa

FA Atewologun, OJ Okesanya, II Okon… - Stem Cell Research & …, 2024 - Springer
Stem cell therapy (SCT) is a promising solution for addressing health challenges in Africa,
particularly non-communicable diseases (NCDs). With their regenerative potential, stem …

Oligodendroglioma: a neurological perspective in Sub-saharan Africa

E James, II Okon, U Akpan, O Abigail - Neurosurgical review, 2024 - Springer
Gliomas are a kind of brain cancer that develops from glial cells. Glial cells provide
nourishment and energy to nerve cells, and they also preserve the blood-brain barrier. A …

The Evolving Role of Palliative Care in Older People with Glioblastoma

II Okon, M Osama, A Akpan, LFF Paleare… - World Neurosurgery, 2024 - Elsevier
Glioblastoma (GBM) is the most common and aggressive primary brain tumor in older adults
and has a poor prognosis and limited response to treatment. The growing impact of …