Prof. Anthony Osita Igwegbe
Prof. Anthony Osita Igwegbe is a PROFESSOR in OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY Department, Faculty Of Medicine in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Address: | Obstetrics And Gynaecology, Faculty Of Medicine, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF MEDICINE |
Department/Sub-Unit: | OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY |
Social Profiles
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA TEACHING HOSPITAL, ENUGU. (Post-Graduate Degree, January, 1994) September, 1987 to November, 1993 FWACS OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY |
| 2 | UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA, NSUKKA. (Bachelor Degree, December, 1982) September, 1976 to November, 1982 |
| 3 | AFIKPO HIGH SCHOOL, AFIKPO. (SSCE, June, 1975) September, 1973 to June, 1975 |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | CHIEF MEDICAL DIRECTOR, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL, NNEWI January, 2013 to January, 2021 |
| 2 | CHAIRMAN MEDICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL, NNEWI August, 2009 to January, 2013 |
| 3 | HEAD OF DEPARTMENT OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSTY, NNEWI CAMPUS September, 2002 to February, 2005 |
Creative Output
| Journal Articles | |
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| 1 | ELEJE GU, EKE AC, IGBERASE GO, IGWEGBE AO , ELEJE LI. (2019, March), "Palliative Interventions For Controlling Vaginal Bleeding In Advanced Cervical Cancer", Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, (Issue 3) |
| 2 | UGBOAJA JO ,OGUEJIOFOR CB, IGWEGBE AO, ORANU EO. (2019, January), "Abnormal Hysteroscopy Findings Among A Cross Section Of Infertile Nigerian Women", Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice, Vol. 22, (Issue 1), pp 9-15 |
| 3 | UGBOAJA JO ,OGUEJIOFOR CB, ORANU EO, IGWEGBE AO. (2018, July), "Assessing The Influence Of Mass Media On Contraceptive Use In Nigeria: A Secondary Analysis Of 2013 Nigerian National Demographic And Health Survey", Nigerian Journal of General Practice, Vol. -16, (Issue 2), pp 39-44 |
| 4 | UGBOAJA JO ,OGUEJIOFOR CB, OGELLE OM, IGWEGBE AO. (2018, January), "Hysteroscopic Characterization And Classification Of Intrauterine Adhesions Among Infertile Nigerian Women", Orient Journal of Medicine, Vol. 30, (Issue 1), pp 6-14 |
| 5 | UGBOAJA JO ,OGUEJIOFOR CB, ORANU EO, IGWEGBE AO. (2018, July), "Perceptions About Sex In Pregnancy Among Women Attending Antenatal Clinic In A Tertiary Health Institution In South-east Nigeria", Orient Journal of Medicine, Vol. 30, (Issue 3), pp 68-73 |
| 6 | UGBOAJA JO ,OGUEJIOFOR CB, ORANU EO, IGWEGBE AO. (2018, July), "Factors Associated With The Use Of Traditional Birth Attendants In Nigeria: A Secondary Analysis Of 2013 Nigeria National Demographic And Health Survey", Nigerian Journal of General Practice, Vol. 16, (Issue 2), pp 45-52 |
| 7 | UGBOAJA JO ,OGUEJIOFOR CB, ORANU EO, IGWEGBE AO. (2018, July), "Predictors Of Poor Perception Of Women's Use Of Contraceptives Among Nigerian Men: A National Survey", Nigerian Journal of General Practice, Vol. 16, (Issue 2), pp 53-60 |
| 8 | OJIEGBE NO, ELEJE GU, NDUKA EC, OKAFORCHA EI, IGWEGBE AO. (2018, ), "Hepatitis B Virus Infection And Infectivity Status Among Pregnant Women In Nigeria", Hong Kong Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 6-13 |
| 9 | UGBOAJA JO ,OGUEJIOFOR CB, IGWEGBE AO. (2017, November), "Clinco-hysteroscopic Analysis Of Severe Intrauterine Adhesions Among Nigerian Infertile Women", The Pan African Medical Journal, Vol. 28, pp 226-234 |
| 10 | UGBOAJA JO ,OGUEJIOFOR CB, ORANU EO, MONAGO EN, OGELLE OM, IGWEGBE AO. (2017, November), "Correlates Of Abnormal Hysteroscopy Findings Among Infertile Women In Nigeria", International Journal of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Vol. 9, (Issue 11), pp 142-147 |
| 11 | ELEJE GU, EZUGWU EC, OGUNYEMI D, ELEJE LI, IKECHEBELU JI, IGWEGE AO, OKONKWO JE, IKPEZE OC, UDIGWE GO, ONAH HE, NWOSU BO, EZEAMA CO, EZENKWELE EP. (2015, January), "Accuracy And Cost Analysis Of Placental Alpha-microglobulin-1 Test In The Diagnosis Of Premature Rupture Of Fetal Membranes In Resource-limited Community Settings", Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Research, Vol. 41, (Issue 1), pp 29-38 |
| 12 | ELEJE GU, EKE AC, IGBERASE GO, IGWEGBE AO , ELEJE LI. (2015, May), "Palliative Interventions For Controlling Vaginal Bleeding In Advanced Cervical Cancer", Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, (Issue 5) |
| 13 | EZEAMA CO, ELEJE GU, EZEAMA NN, IGWEGBE AO, IKECHEBELU JI,UGBOAJA JO, EZEBIALU IU, EKE AC. (2014, ), "A Comparison Of Prophylactic Intramuscular Ergometrine And Oxytocin For Women In The Third Stage Of Labor", International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Vol. 124, (Issue 1), pp 67-71 |
| 14 | ELEJE GU, IGWEGBE AO, OKONKWO JEN, UDIGWE GO, EKE AC. (2014, ), "Elderly Primigravidae Versus Young Primigravidae; A Review Og Pregnancy Outcome In A Low Resource Setting", Nigerian Journal of Medicine, Vol. 23, (Issue 3), pp 220-229 |
| 15 | ELEJE GU, ADINMA JI, GHASI S, IKECHEBELU JI, IGWEGEB AO, OKONKWO JE, OKAFOR CI, EZEAMA CO, EZEBIALU IU, OGBUAGU CN. (2014, October), "Antibiotic Susceptibility Pattern Of Genital Tract Bacteria In Pregnant Women With Preterm Premature Rupture Of Membranes In A Resource Limited Setting", International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Vol. 127, (Issue 1), pp 10-14 |
| 16 | UGBOAJA J, NWOSU OB, IGWEGBE A, OBI-NWOSU A. (2013, ), "Barriers To Postnatal Care And Exclusive Breastfeeding Among Urban Women In Southeastern Nigeria", Nigerian Medical Journal, Vol. 54, (Issue 1), pp 45-50 |
| 17 | IGWEGBE AO, ELEJE GU,UDEGBUNAM OI. (2013, November), "Risk Factors And Perinatal Outcome Of Uterine Rupture In A Low-resource Setting", Nigerian Medical Journal, Vol. 54, (Issue 6), pp 415-419 |
| 18 | IGWEGBE AO, ELEJE GU, OKPALA BC. (2013, July), "Management Outcomes Of Abruptio Placentae A Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital , Nnewi, Nigeria", Nigerian Journal of Medicine, Vol. 22, (Issue 3), pp 234-238 |
| 19 | IGWEGBE AO, ELEJE GU, OKPALA BC. (2013, April), "An Appraisal Of The Management Of Ectopic Pregnancy In A Nigerian Tertiary Hospital", Annals of Medical and Health Sciences Research, Vol. 3, (Issue 2), pp 166-170 |
| 20 | IGWEGBE AO, ELEJE GU,. (2013, April), "Hydatidiform Mole: A Review Of Management Outcomes In A Tertiary Hospital In South-east Nigeria", Annals of Medical and Health Sciences Research, Vol. 3, (Issue 2), pp 210-214 |
| 21 | IGWEGBE AO, ELEJE GU, ENECHUKWUCI. (2013, June), "Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Review Of Management Outcomes In A Low Resource Setting", Journal of Women's Health, Issues & Care, Vol. 2, (Issue 3) |
| 22 | NWOSU BO, UGBOAJA JO, IGWEGBE AO, ELEJE GU, OKOR L, ETONIRU SI. (2012, ), "Symptomatic Uterine Lieomyoma In A 65 Year Old Postmenopausal Virgin: A Case Report", Orient Journal of Medicine, Vol. 24, (Issue 3), pp 63-68 |
| 23 | NWOSU BO, UGBOAJA JO, OBI-NWOSU AL, IGWEGBE AO,. (2012, ), "Attitude Of Women Towards Private And Public Hospitals For Obstetric Care In South-East Nigeria: Implications For Maternal Mortality Reduction", Orient Journal of Medicine, Vol. 24, (Issue 1), pp 1-6 |
| 24 | IGWEGBE AO, ELEJE GU,UGBOAJE JO, OFIAELI RO. (2012, ), "Improving Maternal Mortality At A University Teaching Hospital In Nnewi, Nigeria", International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Vol. 116, (Issue 3), pp 197-200 |
| 25 | NWOSU B, IGWEGBE A, ELEJE G, UGBOAJA J, ETONIRU I, EGWUONWU O, OKOR L. (2012, December), "Full Term Secondary Abdominal Pregnancy In A Jehovah's Witness: A Case Report", Clinical Medicine, Vol. 1, pp 19-20 |
| 26 | IGWEGBE AO, UGBOAJA JO, OKOLI OA. (2012, February), "Prevalence Of Asymtomatic Bacteriuria Among Pregnant Women In Nnewi, Southeast Nigeria", International Journal of Biological and Chemical Sciences, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 88-98 |
| 27 | IGWEGBE AO, ELEJE GU, UGWUEKE IF. (2012, August), "De Novo Achondroplasia Causing Four Consecutive Unsuccessful Pregnancies: A Case Report", Journal of Medical Case Reports, Vol. 6, pp 256 |
| 28 | OBIECHINA NJA, IGWEGBE AO, UGBOAJA JO. (2011, ), "Abdominal Hysterectomies For Benign Gynecological Diseases In A Nigerian Teaching Hospital", Journal of Gynecologic Surgery, Vol. 27, (Issue 2), pp 79-81 |
| 29 | IGWEGBE AO, UGBOAJA JO, NWAJIAKU LA. (2010, August), "Prevalence And Determinants Of Non-adherence To Antiretroviral Therapy Among HIV Positive Pregnant Women In Nnewi Nigeria", International Journal of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Vol. 2, (Issue 8), pp 238-245 |
| 30 | EMEJULU JKC, IGWEGBE AO, ELEJE GU, OFIAELI RO, NWOFOR AME, ANUMONYE CO. (2010, June), "Re-positioning Of Service Delivery In The Nigerian Health System- The Impact Of SERVICOM On Emergency And Other Services In A Tertiary Health Facility", World Medical Journal, Vol. 56, (Issue 3), pp 103-109 |
| 31 | IGWEGBE AO, UGBOAJA JO, MONAGO EN. (2010, December), "Knowledge And Practice Of Family Planning Antenatal Care Attendees At Nnewi South East, Nigeria", The Nigerian Postgraduate Medical Journal, Vol. 17, (Issue 4), pp 287-290 |
| 32 | IGWEGBE AO, MONAGO EN, UGBOAJA JO. (2010, January), "Caesarean Versus Vaginal Delivery For Term Breech Presentation: A Comparative Analysis", African Journal of Biomedical Research, Vol. 13, (Issue 1), pp 15-18 |
| 33 | IGWEGBE AO, UGBOAJA JO,. (2010, ), "Clinicopathological Analysis Of Primary Ovarian Cancers In A Tertiary Health Facility In Nnewi, Southeastern Nigeria", Nigeria Medical Practitioner, Vol. 57, (Issue 3), pp 27-30 |
| 34 | IGWEGBE AO, UGBOAJA JO,. (2010, ), "Pattern Of Seminal Fluid Abnormalities In Male Partners Of Infertile Couples In Southeastern Nigeria", Porth Harcourt Medical Journal, Vol. 4, (Issue 3), pp 278-281 |
| 35 | IGWEGBE AO, UGBOAJA JO, MONAGO EN. (2010, November), "A Ten Year Clinical Experience With Intra Uterine Contraceptive Device (IUCD) In A Nigerian Tertiary Health Institution", International Journal of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Vol. 2, (Issue 11), pp 347-353 |
| 36 | IGWEGBE AO, UGBOAJA JO,. (2010, August), "Rates And Correlates Of HIV Serostatus Disclosure Among HIV Positive Pregnant Women In Nnewi, Southeastern Nigeria", Journal of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Vol. 1, (Issue 7), pp 296-301 |
| 37 | OBIECHINA NJA, IGWEGBE AO, UGBOAJA JO. (2010, October), "An Appraisal Of Caesarean Section For Twin Pregnancies In Onitsha, Southeast Nigeria", Global Journal of Medical Research, Vol. 10, (Issue 2), pp 19-22 |
| 38 | IGWEGBE AO, NWOSU BO, UGBOAJA JO, MONAGO EN. (2010, June), "Inevitable Caesarean Myomectomy", Nigerian Journal of Medicine, Vol. 19, (Issue 2), pp 233-235 |
| 39 | IGWEGBE AO, UGBOAJA JO,. (2010, September), "Clinical Experience With Injectable Progesterone-only Contraceptives At NAUTH , Nnewi, Nigeria", Journal of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Vol. 1, (Issue 8), pp 345-349 |
| 40 | UKIBE RN, ONYENEKWE CC, AHANEKU JI, MELUDU SC, UKIBE SN, ILIKA A, IFEANYI M, IGWEGBE AO, EZEANI M, ONOCHIE A, OFIAELI N. (2010, April), "Packed Cell Volume And Serum Iron In Subjects With HIV- Malaria Co-infection In Nnewi, South Eastern Nigeria", International Journal of Biological and Chemical Sciences, Vol. 4, (Issue 2), pp 471-478 |
| 41 | IGWEGBE AO, ONYIAORAH VI. (2009, ), "Pattern Of Degeneration Of Leiomyoma Uteri", Journal of Biomedical Investigation, Vol. 7, (Issue 2), pp 27-32 |
| 42 | IGWEGBE AO, UGBOAJA JO, MONAGO EN. (2009, ), "Attitude And Perceptions Of Women On Routine Antenatal Ultrasound Examination In Nnewi, Southeast Nigeria", Journal of Biomedical Investigation, Vol. 7, (Issue 2), pp 33-38 |
| 43 | IGWEGBE AO, UGBOAJA JO, MONAGO EN. (2009, August), "Prevalence And Determinants Of Unmet Need For Family Planning In Nnewi, South-east Nigeria", International Journal of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Vol. 1, (Issue 8), pp 325-329 |
| 44 | IGWEGBE AO, UGBOAJA JO, MBACHU II. (2009, March), "The Pattern Of Gynaecological Outpatient Diagnosis In A Tertiary Health Institution In Southeast Nigeria", Tropical Journal of Medical Research, Vol. 13, (Issue 1), pp 38-41 |
| 45 | UDOMA EJ, UDO AE, ABASIATTAI AM, BASSEY EA, IGWEGBE A, EKABUA JE. (2009, ), "Beliefs And Practice Concerning Pregnancy, Delivery And Puerperium In Rural Akwa Ibom State", Global Journal of Community Medicine, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 53-59 |
| 46 | IGWEGBE AO , MODEBE I. (2008, ), "Utilization Of Obstetric Services In An Urban Community In South East Nigeria", Global Journal of Community Medicine, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 55-59 |
| 47 | IGWEGBE AO; UGBOAJA J. (2008, September), "Uterocutaneous Fistula Following Caesarean Section ( A Case Report)", Tropical Journal of Medical Research, Vol. 12, (Issue 2), pp 50-52 |
| 48 | IGWEGBE AO, NWOSU BO, UGBOAJA JO, MONAGO NE. (2008, September), "Stiibirths In A Nigerian Tertiary Hospital", Nigerian Medical Journal, Vol. 49, (Issue 3), pp 74-77 |
| 49 | ONYENEKWE CC, UKIBE NR, MELIDU SC, IFEANYI CM, IGWEGBE AO, EZEANI M, EZEUWUNNE I, OFIAELI N,ONOCHIE A. ILIKA A, ABOR N. (2008, March), "Neutrophil Ingestion Rate Of Nitroblue Tetrazolium In Subjects With Malaria-HIV Co-morbidity", Tropical Journal of Medical Research, Vol. 12, (Issue 1), pp 1-5 |
| 50 | EZEANI MC, ONYENEKWE CC, MELUDU SC, OKONKWO JEN, IGWEGBE AO, ANYIAM DCD. (2008, ), "Prevalence Of Malaria Parasites, Hepatitis B And C Viral Infections In Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Clinic", Journal of Biomedical Investigation, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 1-5 |
| 51 | IGWEGBE AO, ILIKA AL. (2006, March), "The Willingness And Constraints To Routine HIV Screening Among Antenatal Mothers At NAUTH Nnewi", Tropical Journal of Medical Research, Vol. 10, (Issue 1), pp 6-10 |
| 52 | IGWEGBE AO, ILIKA A. (2005, December), "Knowledge And Perceptions Of HIV/AIDS And Mother To Child Transmission Among Antenatal Mothers At NAUTH Nnewi", Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice, Vol. 8, (Issue 2), pp 97-101 |
| 53 | ILIKA A, IGWEGBE AO. (2004, ), "Unintended Pregnancy Among Unmarried Adolescents And Young Women In Anambra State South East Nigeria", African Journal of Reproductive Health, Vol. 8, (Issue 3), pp 92-102 |
| 54 | MGBOR SO, IGWEGBE AO. (2004, December), "Secondary Infertility Following Endometrial Ossification", The Sierra Leone Medical and Dental Journal, Vol. 11, (Issue 2), pp 44-49 |
| 55 | IKPEZE OC, IGWEGBE AO. (2003, ), "Twin Pregnancy Comprising Hydatidiform Mole And A Fetus", West African Journal of Radiology, Vol. 10, (Issue 1), pp 31-33 |
| 56 | IGWEGBE AO, ODIKE MA. (2003, ), "Lactating Vulva Mammary Tissue In A Nigerian", Nigerian Medical Practitioner, Vol. 44, (Issue 3), pp 50-51 |
| 57 | IGWEGBE AO, UDIGWE GO. (2001, ), "Teenage Pregnancy; Still An Obstetric Risk", Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Vol. 21, (Issue 5), pp 478-481 |
| 58 | IGWEGBE AO, EGBUONU I. (2000, ), "The Prevalence And Practice Of Female Genital Mutilation In Nnewi: The Impact Of Female Education", Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Vol. 20, (Issue 5), pp 520-522 |
| 59 | UFEARO CS, IYAWE VI, IGBOROJE ADA, EHIGIEBA AE, IGWEGBE AO. (2000, September), "Patterns Of Total Cholesterol, Total Proteins, And Lactose Secretion In Breast Milk Of Postpartum Nigerian Women At Term", Tropical Journal of Medical Research, Vol. 4, (Issue 2), pp 23-26 |
| 60 | OZUMBA BC, IGWEGBE AO. (1992, ), "The Challenge Of Grandmultiparity In Nigerian Obstetric Practice", International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Vol. 37, (Issue 4), pp 259-264 |
| 61 | OZUMBA BC, MEGAFU U, IGWEGBE AO. (1992, ), "Uterine Fibroids; Clinical Presentation And Management In A Nigerian Teaching Hospital", Irish Medical Jpurnal, Vol. 8, (Issue 4), pp 158-159 |
| 62 | ILOABACHIE GC, IGWEGBE AO, IZUORA KL. (1992, ), "Cervico Isthmic Twin Pregnancy Carried To 37 Weeks", International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Vol. 40, (Issue 1), pp 59-61 |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | IGWEGBE AO, ELEJE GU, UGWUEKE IF. (2011, August), "Recurrent De Novo Achondroplasia", Scientific Conference of Nigerian Medical Association, Anambra State |
| 2 | IGWEGBE AO, NWOSU BO, UGBOAJA JO, MONAGO EN. (2009, July), "Routine Ultrasound In Pregnancy: Women's Views", Scientific Conference of Nigerian Medical Association, Anambra State |
| 3 | IGWEGBE AO, NWOSU BO, UGBOAJA JO, MONAGO EN. (2009, July), "Caesarean Versus Vaginal Delivery For Term Breech Presentation: A Comparative Analysis", Scientific Conference of Nigerian Medical Association, Anambra State |
| 4 | IGWEGBE AO, NWOSU BO, UGBOAJA JO, MONAGO EN. (2009, August), "Knowledge, Attitude And Practice Of Family Planning Among Women In Nnewi South East, Nigeria", 5th Annual Scientific and All Fellows Congress of National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria |
| 5 | IGWEGBE AO. (2001, November), "Pattern Of Degeneration Of Leiomyoma Uteri", 35th AGM/Scientific Conference of SOGON |
| 6 | IGWEGBE AO. (2000, November), "Sex Ratio Of Live Births At Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi, Nigeria", 34th AGM/Scientific Conference of SOGON |
| 7 | IGWEGBE AO. (2000, November), "An Appraisal Of Caesarean Operation At NAUTH, Nnewi", 34th AGM/Scientific Conference of SOGON |
Relevant Events Attended
| Other Events | |
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| 1 | "Association Of Fetomaternal Medicine Specialists Of Nigeria (AFEMSON) 4th Annual General Meeting/Scientific Confrernce", (Association of Fetomaternal Medicine Specialists of Nigeria), 14th July, 2021 to 16th July, 2021; Virtual |
| 2 | "60th Annual General Meeting And Scientific Conference Of West African College Of Surgeons", (West African College of Surgeons), 17th February, 2020 to 20th February, 2020; International Conference Center, Abuja |
| 3 | "10th International Scientific Conference And 53rd Annual General Meeting Of SOGON", (Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria (SOGON)), 3rd December, 2019 to 6th December, 2019; ABUJA |
| 4 | "52nd Scientific Conference And Annual General Meeting Of The Society Of Gynaecology And Obstetrics Of Nigeria (SOGON)", (Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria (SOGON)), 19th November, 2018 to 24th November, 2018; CALABAR |
| 5 | "WORKSHOP ON TERTIARY HEALTH INSTITUTIONS MANAGEMENT", (THE ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF COLLEGE , TOPO, BADAGRY), 31st October, 2011 to 4th November, 2011; BADAGRY |