Nigerian Journal of Surgical Sciences

Publisher: International College of Surgeons
ISSN: 1116-5898
Country: Nigeria
Language: English
Thematic area: Medicine and Health

About this journal

The Nigerian Journal of Surgical Sciences is a peer-reviewed academic publication that focuses on advancing the field of surgery in Nigeria and beyond. Its scope encompasses all aspects of surgical practice, from basic science research to clinical practice, surgical education, and public health issues related to surgery. The journal aims to provide a platform for the dissemination of original research, clinical experiences, and innovative ideas within the surgical community.

The key themes of the Nigerian Journal of Surgical Sciences include surgical oncology, trauma and emergency surgery, minimally invasive surgery, general surgery, pediatric surgery, and surgical education. The journal also emphasizes the unique challenges and opportunities faced by surgeons in the Nigerian context, including the prevalence of specific diseases, limited access to resources, and the need for culturally sensitive approaches to surgical care.

The target audience for the Nigerian Journal of Surgical Sciences consists of surgeons, surgical trainees, researchers, and healthcare professionals involved in surgical care. It also serves as a valuable resource for policy makers and public health officials interested in improving surgical services in Nigeria and other developing countries. The journal reaches a global readership, contributing to the dissemination of surgical knowledge and expertise across borders.

The impact of the Nigerian Journal of Surgical Sciences is significant in fostering surgical research, education, and practice in the country. By providing a platform for publication and sharing of knowledge, the journal has contributed to the development of a strong surgical community in Nigeria. Its international reach has also helped to raise the profile of surgical research and practice in Africa and beyond, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange among surgeons worldwide.

Volumes (20 articles)

Volume 28, Issue 2 (2018)

Locking compression plate in distal intra-articular femoral fractures: The swashbuckler's approach — ObinnaHenry Obiegbu, CU Ndukwu

Volume 27, Issue 1 (2017)

Desmoid tumor of anterior abdominal wall: A rare occurrence — NwashilliNnamdi Jude, EzekielEnoghama Ugiagbe

Volume 27, Issue 2 (2017)

Prostatic adenocarcinoma and prostatic intraepithelial neoplasia: A tale of the autopsy model in a Nigerian tertiary hospital — DeleEradebamwen Imasogie, AkhatorTerence Azeke

Volume 26, Issue 2 (2016)

Postmastectomy breast reconstruction at University of Benin Teaching Hospital, Benin City — NnamdiJude Nwashilli, FerdinandOnwuemene Ijekeye

Volume 25, Issue 1 (2015)

Pneumatosis cystoides intestinalis — S Sandhyamani, R Amita

Volume 25, Issue 2 (2015)

Proceedings of the 49 <sup>th</sup> AGM and Scientific Conference, International College of Surgeons, Nigeria National Section. Held in Port Harcourt, Rivers State Nigeria from 17 <sup>th</sup> to 20 <sup>th</sup> June 2015 (ICS PHCITY 2015) — No authors

Volume 24, Issue 1 (2014)

Maxillary antral lesions: An analysis of 108 cases seen in a Tertiary Hospital in Benin City, Nigeria — OsaweFelix Omoregie, AminaLami Okhakhu

Volume 24, Issue 2 (2014)

Comparative evaluation of intraperitoneal bupivacaine, magnesium sulfate and their combination for postoperative analgesia in patients undergoing laparoscopic cholecystectomy — Sukhminder JitSingh Bajwa, Smriti Anand, BB Kapoor, Mukta Jitendera, Hemant Gupta

Volume 23, Issue 1 (2013)

Adult jejunoileal intussusception caused by inflammatory fibroid polyp — BasantM Singhal, Virendra Kumar, Sumendhankar Sagar, ChandraP Singh

Volume 18, Issue 1 (2008)

Plastibell circumcision: a six-year experience — DO Osifo, I Evbuomwan

Volume 17, Issue 2 (2008)

An Evaluation of Open Tracheostomy in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery — V Akinmoladun, J Arotiba, P Onakoya, A Adeyemo, P Sotunmbi

Volume 16, Issue 2 (2007)

Perineal anterior dislocation of the hip with avulsion fracture of greater trachnanter in a child — P F Umebese, M Mobash
Surgery of peptic ulcer in Edo State, Nigeria — O O Oludiran, J U Kpolugbo

Volume 16, Issue 1 (2006)

Blunt abdominal trauma in Calabar — Maurice Asuquo, Victor Nwagbara, Inyang Akan, Gabriel Ugare
Doxazocin in the management of benign prostatic obstruction in elderly Nigeria — C Temple Oguike, Angelica A Anele
Management of urinary retention in rural areas — Bassey Tom Etuknwa

Volume 15, Issue 2 (2006)

Congenital pseudoarthrosis of the tibia: treatment by intramedullary nailing without bone graft — FA Philip Umebese, Moin Mobash, Bafor Anire
Functional ectopic intrathoracic goitres — Reginald O Ofoegbu
Management of omphalocele major — Emanuel Egwaikhide, David Osifo, Iyekeoretin Evbuomwan
Orbital wooden foreign body - a case report — Anastasia O Dawodu