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'''Salamat Ahuoiza Aliu''' is a [[Nigerian]] neurosurgeon.<ref>{{Cite journal |last=Karekezi |first=Claire |last2=Thango |first2=Nqobile |last3=Aliu-Ibrahim |first3=Salamat Ahuoiza |last4=Bechri |first4=Hajar |last5=Broalet |first5=Espérance Maman You |last6=Bougrine |first6=Mouna |last7=Cheserem |first7=Jebet Beverly |last8=Mbaye |first8=Maguette |last9=Shabhay |first9=Zarina Ali |last10=Tighilt |first10=Nabila |last11=Bakhti |first11=Souad |last12=Abbadi |first12=Najia El |date=2021-03-01 |title=History of African women in neurosurgery |url=https://thejns.org/focus/view/journals/neurosurg-focus/50/3/article-pE15.xml |journal=Neurosurgical Focus |language=en-US |volume=50 |issue=3 |pages=E15 |doi=10.3171/2020.12.FOCUS20905 |issn=1092-0684}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Nigeria |first=Media |title=Nigerian First Women - Dr. Salamat Ahuoiza Aliu |url=https://www.medianigeria.com/nigerias-first-women-in-different-professions/nigerian-first-women-dr-salamat-ahuoiza-aliu/ |access-date=2024-06-13 |website=Media Nigeria |language=en-US}}</ref>
'''Salamat Ahuoiza Aliu''' is a Nigerian neurosurgeon.


== Early life and education ==
== Early life and education ==
Salamat Ahuoiza Aliu, was born in [[Ilorin]] in 1980, but is a native of [[Okene]], [[Kogi State]].<ref name="kogi">{{Cite web|url=http://kogireports.com/meet-kogi-born-dr-salamat-nigerias-first-female-neurosurgeon/|title=Meet Kogi-Born Dr. Salamat; Nigeria's First Female Neurosurgeon |website=Kogi reports|access-date=2017-11-06}}</ref> She attended the medical school in [[University of Ilorin]] to get her first degree. She trained and specialized in [[neurosurgery]] in [[Usmanu Danfodiyo University]] under Prof Chidinma Osuji.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.dailytrust.com.ng/sunday/index.php/interview/20239-how-i-became-first-female-nigeria-trained-neuro-surgeon |title=How I became first female Nigeria-trained neuro-surgeon |last=Olaniyi |first=Maudeen | name-list-format = vanc |date=2015-04-12 |website=Dailytrust |access-date=2017-11-01}}</ref>
Salamat Ahuoiza Aliu, was born in [[Ilorin|Ilorin, Kwara state]], [[North Central (Nigeria)|north Central]] [[Nigeria]] in 1980, but she is a native of [[Okene]], [[Kogi State]].<ref name="kogi">{{Cite web|url=http://kogireports.com/meet-kogi-born-dr-salamat-nigerias-first-female-neurosurgeon/|title=Meet Kogi-Born Dr. Salamat; Nigeria's First Female Neurosurgeon |website=Kogi reports|access-date=2017-11-06}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Salamat Ahuoiza Aliu |url=https://sonaikeblog.wordpress.com/tag/salamat-ahuoiza-aliu/ |access-date=2024-06-15 |website=sonaikeblog.wordpress.com |language=en}}</ref><ref name=":0">{{Cite web |last=Asare |first=Edward |date=2022-03-12 |title=Meet Dr. Salamat A. Aliu, The 1st Female Neurosurgeon In West Africa |url=https://edwardasare.com/meet-dr-salamat-a-aliu-the-1st-female-neurosurgeon-in-west-africa/ |access-date=2024-06-15 |website=EdwardAsare - Digital Marketer {{!}} PR{{!}} Blogger {{!}} News |language=en-US}}</ref> She attended the medical school in [[University of Ilorin|the University of Ilorin]]<ref name=":0" /> to get her first degree. She trained and specialized in [[neurosurgery]] at [[Usmanu Danfodiyo University]] under Prof BB Shehu.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.dailytrust.com.ng/sunday/index.php/interview/20239-how-i-became-first-female-nigeria-trained-neuro-surgeon |title=How I became first female Nigeria-trained neuro-surgeon |last=Olaniyi |first=Maudeen | name-list-style = vanc |date=2015-04-12 |website=Dailytrust |access-date=2017-11-01}}</ref>


== Medical career ==
== Medical career ==
Aliu is the first female neurosurgeon in West Africa. She is also the first indigenous-trained female neurosurgeon in Nigeria. She currently works at [[University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital]].<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://onobello.com/nigerias-first-women-a-list-of-nigerias-first-female-trailblazers/ |title=Nigeria's First Women! A List Of Nigeria's First Female Trailblazers |date=2016-03-14 |website=Onobello.com |access-date=2017-11-05}}</ref>
Aliu is the first female neurosurgeon in [[West Africa]] and also the first indigenous-trained female [[Neurosurgery|neurosurgeon]] in [[Nigeria]].<ref name="duchessinternationalmagazine.com">{{Cite web |date=2021-01-11 |title=Meet Dr. Salamat Ahuoiza Aliu: The First Certified Female Neurosurgeon In West Africa {{!}} Duchess International Magazine |url=https://duchessinternationalmagazine.com/meet-dr-salamat-ahuoiza-aliu-the-first-certified-female-neurosurgeon-in-west-africa/ |access-date=2024-06-13 |language=en-US}}</ref><ref name=":0" /> She currently works at the [[University of Ilorin]] Teaching Hospital.<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://onobello.com/nigerias-first-women-a-list-of-nigerias-first-female-trailblazers/ |title=Nigeria's First Women! A List Of Nigeria's First Female Trailblazers |date=2016-03-14 |website=Onobello.com |access-date=2017-11-05}}</ref><ref name=":1">{{Cite web |date=2021-01-11 |title=Meet Dr. Salamat Ahuoiza Aliu: The First Certified Female Neurosurgeon In West Africa {{!}} Duchess International Magazine |url=https://duchessinternationalmagazine.com/meet-dr-salamat-ahuoiza-aliu-the-first-certified-female-neurosurgeon-in-west-africa/ |access-date=2024-06-15 |language=en-US}}</ref>


== Awards and achievements ==
== Awards and achievements ==
Noted for her exceptional work in neurosurgery and encouragement of women to join the neurological field, Aliu was listed in the top 100 persons of the year by Arewa socio-political group in 2016.<ref name="kogi" />
Noted for her exceptional work in neurosurgery and encouragement of women to join the neurological field,<ref name="duchessinternationalmagazine.com"/> Aliu was listed in the top 100 persons of the year by Arewa [[socio-political]] group in 2016.<ref name="kogi" /><ref name=":1" />


== Personal life ==
== Personal life ==
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== Publications ==
== Publications ==


* "Knotting of a nasogastric feeding tube in a child with head injury: A case report and review of literature."<ref>{{cite journal | vauthors = Ismail NJ, Bot GM, Hassan I, Shilong DJ, Obande JO, Aliu SA, Dung ED, Shehu BB | title = Knotting of a nasogastric feeding tube in a child with head injury: A case report and review of literature | journal = African Journal of Paediatric Surgery | volume = 11 | issue = 3 | pages = 273–5 | date = July 2014 | pmid = 25047325 | doi = 10.4103/0189-6725.137343 | doi-access = free }}</ref>
* "Knotting of a [[Gastric intubation|nasogastric]] feeding tube in a child with head injury: A case report and review of the literature."<ref>{{cite journal | vauthors = Ismail NJ, Bot GM, Hassan I, Shilong DJ, Obande JO, Aliu SA, Dung ED, Shehu BB | title = Knotting of a nasogastric feeding tube in a child with head injury: A case report and review of literature | journal = African Journal of Paediatric Surgery | volume = 11 | issue = 3 | pages = 273–5 | date = July 2014 | pmid = 25047325 | doi = 10.4103/0189-6725.137343 | doi-access = free }}</ref>


In this publication Aliu, alongside seven other physicians, discuss the complications that can arise from the placement of a [[nasogastric tube]], a common procedure for patients that are unable to feed themselves. In previous case studies regarding nasogastric tubes, complications such a coiling and knotting are blamed on small bore tubes and are said to be more common in patients with small stomachs.<ref>{{cite journal | vauthors = Williams A, Liddle D, Singh AK | title = A knotted nasogastric tube | journal = Anesthesia: Essays and Researches | volume = 5 | issue = 1 | pages = 109–10 | date = 2011 | pmid = 25885313 | pmc = 4173374 | doi = 10.4103/0259-1162.84175 }}</ref> However, Aliu and her colleagues challenge the position that small stomachs are at a greater risk for tube knotting, based on the extreme rarity of related complications in children. Instead, they argue that factors such as excess tube length, gastric surgery, and reduced gastric tone, specifically due to head injury, are the most reasonable predispositions for nasogastric tube knotting.
In this publication, Aliu, alongside seven other physicians, discusses the complications that can arise from the placement of a [[nasogastric tube]], a common procedure for patients who are unable to feed themselves. In previous case studies regarding nasogastric tubes, complications such as coiling and knotting are blamed on small bore tubes and are said to be more common in patients with small stomachs.<ref>{{cite journal | vauthors = Williams A, Liddle D, Singh AK | title = A knotted nasogastric tube | journal = Anesthesia: Essays and Researches | volume = 5 | issue = 1 | pages = 109–10 | date = 2011 | pmid = 25885313 | pmc = 4173374 | doi = 10.4103/0259-1162.84175 | doi-access = free }}</ref> However, Aliu and her colleagues challenge the position that small stomachs are at a greater risk for tube knotting, based on the extreme rarity of related complications in children. Instead, they argue that factors such as excess tube length, gastric surgery, and reduced gastric tone, specifically due to head injury, are the most reasonable predispositions for [[Gastric intubation|nasogastric]] tube knotting.


* "Using the head as a mould for cranioplasty with methylmethacrylate."<ref>{{cite journal | vauthors = Bot GM, Ismail NJ, Usman B, Shilong DJ, Obande JO, Aliu S, Sale D, Shehu BB | title = Using the head as a mould for cranioplasty with methylmethacrylate | journal = Journal of Neurosciences in Rural Practice | volume = 4 | issue = 4 | pages = 471–4 | date = October 2013 | pmid = 24347964 | pmc = 3858776 | doi = 10.4103/0976-3147.120207 }}</ref>
* "Using the head as a mould for cranioplasty with [[methyl methacrylate]]."<ref>{{cite journal | vauthors = Bot GM, Ismail NJ, Usman B, Shilong DJ, Obande JO, Aliu S, Sale D, Shehu BB | title = Using the head as a mould for cranioplasty with methylmethacrylate | journal = Journal of Neurosciences in Rural Practice | volume = 4 | issue = 4 | pages = 471–4 | date = October 2013 | pmid = 24347964 | pmc = 3858776 | doi = 10.4103/0976-3147.120207 | doi-access = free }}</ref>


Aliu and colleagues discuss the benefits of using [[methacrylate]] in the absence of custom bone, which can be too expensive or unavailable during a [[cranioplasty]]. They further describe cranioplasty techniques leading to successful outcomes when employing methacrylate.
Aliu and her colleagues discuss the benefits of using [[methacrylate]] in the absence of custom bone, which can be too expensive or unavailable during a [[cranioplasty]]. They further describe cranioplasty techniques leading to successful outcomes when employing methacrylate.


* "Subdural actinomycoma presenting as recurrent chronic subdural hematoma."<ref>{{cite journal | vauthors = Ismail NJ, Bot GM, Sahabi S, Aliu S, Usman B, Shilong DJ, Obande JO, Shehu BB | title = Subdural actinomycoma presenting as recurrent chronic subdural hematoma | journal = Asian Journal of Neurosurgery | volume = 10 | issue = 2 | pages = 129–31 | date = April 2015 | pmid = 25972947 | pmc = 4421953 | doi = 10.4103/1793-5482.145051 }}</ref>
* "Subdural actinomycoma presenting as a recurrent chronic subdural hematoma."<ref>{{cite journal | vauthors = Ismail NJ, Bot GM, Sahabi S, Aliu S, Usman B, Shilong DJ, Obande JO, Shehu BB | title = Subdural actinomycoma presenting as recurrent chronic subdural hematoma | journal = Asian Journal of Neurosurgery | volume = 10 | issue = 2 | pages = 129–31 | date = April 2015 | pmid = 25972947 | pmc = 4421953 | doi = 10.4103/1793-5482.145051 | doi-access = free }}</ref>


In this joint publication with the previously mentioned colleagues, Aliu brings to light a rare chronic bacterial infection in the brain called subdural actinomycoma, which is commonly mistaken radiologically with a [[subdural hematoma]] or an [[Pleural empyema|empyema]].
In this joint publication with the previously mentioned colleagues, Aliu brings to light a rare chronic bacterial infection in the brain called subdural actinomycoma, which is commonly mistaken radiologically with a [[subdural hematoma]] or an [[Pleural empyema|empyema]].
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Latest revision as of 19:06, 12 July 2024

Salamat Ahuoiza Aliu
Born1980
Ilorin, Kwara State
EducationUniversity of Ilorin
Occupation(s)Neurosurgeon, National Hospital, Abuja
Known forfirst woman neurosurgeon in West Africa

Salamat Ahuoiza Aliu is a Nigerian neurosurgeon.[1][2]

Early life and education

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Salamat Ahuoiza Aliu, was born in Ilorin, Kwara state, north Central Nigeria in 1980, but she is a native of Okene, Kogi State.[3][4][5] She attended the medical school in the University of Ilorin[5] to get her first degree. She trained and specialized in neurosurgery at Usmanu Danfodiyo University under Prof BB Shehu.[6]

Medical career

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Aliu is the first female neurosurgeon in West Africa and also the first indigenous-trained female neurosurgeon in Nigeria.[7][5] She currently works at the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital.[8][9]

Awards and achievements

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Noted for her exceptional work in neurosurgery and encouragement of women to join the neurological field,[7] Aliu was listed in the top 100 persons of the year by Arewa socio-political group in 2016.[3][9]

Personal life

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Aliu is married with children.[10]

Publications

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  • "Knotting of a nasogastric feeding tube in a child with head injury: A case report and review of the literature."[11]

In this publication, Aliu, alongside seven other physicians, discusses the complications that can arise from the placement of a nasogastric tube, a common procedure for patients who are unable to feed themselves. In previous case studies regarding nasogastric tubes, complications such as coiling and knotting are blamed on small bore tubes and are said to be more common in patients with small stomachs.[12] However, Aliu and her colleagues challenge the position that small stomachs are at a greater risk for tube knotting, based on the extreme rarity of related complications in children. Instead, they argue that factors such as excess tube length, gastric surgery, and reduced gastric tone, specifically due to head injury, are the most reasonable predispositions for nasogastric tube knotting.

Aliu and her colleagues discuss the benefits of using methacrylate in the absence of custom bone, which can be too expensive or unavailable during a cranioplasty. They further describe cranioplasty techniques leading to successful outcomes when employing methacrylate.

  • "Subdural actinomycoma presenting as a recurrent chronic subdural hematoma."[14]

In this joint publication with the previously mentioned colleagues, Aliu brings to light a rare chronic bacterial infection in the brain called subdural actinomycoma, which is commonly mistaken radiologically with a subdural hematoma or an empyema.

References

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  1. ^ Karekezi, Claire; Thango, Nqobile; Aliu-Ibrahim, Salamat Ahuoiza; Bechri, Hajar; Broalet, Espérance Maman You; Bougrine, Mouna; Cheserem, Jebet Beverly; Mbaye, Maguette; Shabhay, Zarina Ali; Tighilt, Nabila; Bakhti, Souad; Abbadi, Najia El (2021-03-01). "History of African women in neurosurgery". Neurosurgical Focus. 50 (3): E15. doi:10.3171/2020.12.FOCUS20905. ISSN 1092-0684.
  2. ^ Nigeria, Media. "Nigerian First Women - Dr. Salamat Ahuoiza Aliu". Media Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-06-13.
  3. ^ a b "Meet Kogi-Born Dr. Salamat; Nigeria's First Female Neurosurgeon". Kogi reports. Retrieved 2017-11-06.
  4. ^ "Salamat Ahuoiza Aliu". sonaikeblog.wordpress.com. Retrieved 2024-06-15.
  5. ^ a b c Asare, Edward (2022-03-12). "Meet Dr. Salamat A. Aliu, The 1st Female Neurosurgeon In West Africa". EdwardAsare - Digital Marketer | PR| Blogger | News. Retrieved 2024-06-15.
  6. ^ Olaniyi M (2015-04-12). "How I became first female Nigeria-trained neuro-surgeon". Dailytrust. Retrieved 2017-11-01.
  7. ^ a b "Meet Dr. Salamat Ahuoiza Aliu: The First Certified Female Neurosurgeon In West Africa | Duchess International Magazine". 2021-01-11. Retrieved 2024-06-13.
  8. ^ "Nigeria's First Women! A List Of Nigeria's First Female Trailblazers". Onobello.com. 2016-03-14. Retrieved 2017-11-05.
  9. ^ a b "Meet Dr. Salamat Ahuoiza Aliu: The First Certified Female Neurosurgeon In West Africa | Duchess International Magazine". 2021-01-11. Retrieved 2024-06-15.
  10. ^ admin. "Nigeria's First Indigenous Female Neurosurgeon, Dr. Salamat Ahuoiza Aliu". cfrmagazine.com. Retrieved 2017-11-01.
  11. ^ Ismail NJ, Bot GM, Hassan I, Shilong DJ, Obande JO, Aliu SA, Dung ED, Shehu BB (July 2014). "Knotting of a nasogastric feeding tube in a child with head injury: A case report and review of literature". African Journal of Paediatric Surgery. 11 (3): 273–5. doi:10.4103/0189-6725.137343. PMID 25047325.
  12. ^ Williams A, Liddle D, Singh AK (2011). "A knotted nasogastric tube". Anesthesia: Essays and Researches. 5 (1): 109–10. doi:10.4103/0259-1162.84175. PMC 4173374. PMID 25885313.
  13. ^ Bot GM, Ismail NJ, Usman B, Shilong DJ, Obande JO, Aliu S, Sale D, Shehu BB (October 2013). "Using the head as a mould for cranioplasty with methylmethacrylate". Journal of Neurosciences in Rural Practice. 4 (4): 471–4. doi:10.4103/0976-3147.120207. PMC 3858776. PMID 24347964.
  14. ^ Ismail NJ, Bot GM, Sahabi S, Aliu S, Usman B, Shilong DJ, Obande JO, Shehu BB (April 2015). "Subdural actinomycoma presenting as recurrent chronic subdural hematoma". Asian Journal of Neurosurgery. 10 (2): 129–31. doi:10.4103/1793-5482.145051. PMC 4421953. PMID 25972947.
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