Regional Hospital Center Research Articles

Gestational Diabetes : A Cross-Section of Factors and Complications in Mothers and Newborns in Southern Morocco

By way of introduction, the prevalence of gestational diabetes varies between 1% and 14%, in Morocco, a single study conducted in Dakhla in southern Morocco in 2019, estimates that the prevalence of GD is 7.7% in accordance with the recommendations of the American Diabetes Association, hence the need to explore the epidemiological profile in southern Morocco.  Methodology:- A cross-sectional descriptive analytical correlational epidemiological survey of 202 pregnant women during the period 2021-2022, conducted at the Dakhla regional hospital centre, which attempts to describe the individual, biological and gynecological-obstetric risk factors in pregnant women with gestational diabetes. As well as maternal and neonatal complications. The study also analyses the effect of hospital performance on the management of parturients.  Results:- The prevalence of GD is high in the age group [35,41] and over 42 years, mainly among illiterate. Several risk factors have been identified for GD : age, high preconceptional BMI, low level of education, polycystic syndrome, history of urinary infection, positive vaginal swab for Streptococcus B, and complications for mothers and newborns revolving around Dystocic delivery, macrosomia and hypoglycaemia in newborns. There is also retinopathy in premature babies due to candida albicans and early bacterial infection due to GSB in full- term newborns.

Factors Associated with Intra Hospital Neonatal Mortality: A Case Study of the Neonatology Department at the Regional Hospital Center of Agadir (Morocco)

Background: Neonatal mortality (NNM) has significantly decreased in developed countries. However, it remains a major public health issue and a particular challenge in developing countries, with Morocco being no exception, as its NNM rate remains high. Objectives: This study aims to identify factors associated with NNM within the Neonatology Department at the Regional Hospital Center of Agadir. Methods: An analytical cross-sectional study design was chosen. To determine factors associated with early NNM, we employed binary logistic regression in both univariate and multivariate analyses, including all statistically significant variables in the multivariate model. Results: Three hundred and eight deceased neonates were included. The intra-hospital NNM rate was 17.4%, 95% CI (13.2 - 21.7), during the period from 2018 to 2021. A predominance of early NNM (81.8%). 52.3% were females. 47.7% of the deceased had low birth weight. 65.9% of the cases had an Apgar score < 7. 44.2% were resuscitated. The factors that were statistically associated with the risk of early NNM were as follows: Admission age ≤ 1 day (aOR: 17.87; 95% CI: 5.78 - 55.29), neonatal admission age 2 - 7 days (aOR: 6.64; 95% CI: 1.68 - 26.30). Intra-hospital referral (aOR: 4.49; 95% CI: 1.59 - 12.65); emergency consultations (aOR: 4.25; 95% CI: 1.28 - 14.01). Conclusions: Neonatal mortality remains a major public health challenge in Morocco. Different risk factors associated with NNM have been identified. Addressing these factors could reduce neonatal deaths in low-resource countries. For this reason, we need to intensify our efforts to develop reliable and precise approaches.

L’utilisation de la caméra thermique smartphone compatible (FLIR One) pour le repérage préopératoire des perforantes de DIEP

The success of surgeries involving free flaps largely depends on accurate preoperative mapping of perforator arteries. Various imaging techniques, such as Doppler ultrasound and CT angiography, are typically used, each having its advantages and disadvantages in terms of cost, accuracy, and patient risk. The main objective of our study is to compare the effectiveness of the FLIR One device for detecting these arteries compared with traditional methods. Thermal imaging appears to be a simpler, less expensive, and less invasive alternative for surgical planning. The study, conducted at the Regional Hospital Center of Nancy, included 25 free flaps (DIEP) on an exclusively female cohort of 22 patients, with follow-up from 2022 to 2023. Before the procedure, an abdominal-pelvic CT angiography was performed, followed by additional evaluation with thermal imaging using FLIR One and acoustic Doppler examination on the eve of the operation. This approach aimed to provide precise mapping of vascular perforators for each patient. Three different operators performed these markings, and the results were then compared with intraoperative observations. The imaging protocol also included a Doppler examination to validate the results of the thermal imaging. Statistical analyses with intraclass correlation coefficients (ICC) were performed to evaluate the correlation between different preoperative localization methods of perforating vessels. In 22 patients undergoing 25 DIEP flaps for breast reconstructions, three imaging techniques were used to identify vascular perforators: thermal imaging with FLIR, acoustic Doppler, and CT angiography. FLIR identified the most perforators (n=137), followed by acoustic Doppler (n=128) and CT angiography (n=126). Comparing these with intraoperative results, 66% of perforators identified by FLIR were confirmed, 70% for acoustic Doppler, and 95% for CT angiography. The ICCs shows a significant correlation between these imaging techniques and intraoperative results. FLIR demonstrated a strong correlation with intraoperative observations (ICC of 0.74, P<0.001), followed by a moderate correlation with acoustic Doppler (ICC of 0.56, P<0.03) and CT angiography (ICC of 0.52, P<0.006). The study concludes that thermal imaging with FLIR is a reliable and effective tool for locating vascular perforators. Although the study and FLIR have their own limitations, the tool presents several advantages such as ease of use, speed, and affordability. These characteristics make FLIR particularly attractive as a complement to traditional detection methods, such as acoustic Doppler and CT angiography.

Correlation of sputum inflammatory markers with severity and blood inflammatory markers in bronchiectasis.

As a disease characterized by chronic neutrophilic inflammation, various sputum biomarkers have been investigated in the association with the severity and prognosis of bronchiectasis. However, there is lack of data on the association between sputum interleukin-1beta (IL-1β), interleukin-8 (IL-8) and tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α) levels at clinical stable state and the clinical, spirometric and blood inflammatory parameters, as well as prognostic scores. The purpose of the study is to assess the association between sputum IL-1β, IL-8 and TNF-α levels at clinical stable state and various clinical and laboratory parameters in bronchiectasis. A prospective study was conducted in a major regional hospital and tertiary respiratory referral centre in Hong Kong, including 44 Chinese patients with bronchiectasis. The correlation between stable state sputum IL-1β, IL-8 and TNF-α levels with various clinical, laboratory and spirometric parameters in bronchiectasis, as well as FACED [forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1), age, chronic colonisation by Pseudomonas aeruginosa, radiological extension and dyspnoea]/E-FACED (FACED plus exacerbations) scores were assessed. Baseline sputum IL-1β level was found to have significant moderate positive correlation with baseline blood high sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) level with Pearson correlation coefficient (r) of 0.529 (P=0.001). Baseline sputum IL-8 level was found to have significant moderate positive correlation with baseline FACED and E-FACED score with r of 0.574 (P<0.001) and 0.539 (P<0.001) respectively. Baseline sputum TNF-α level was found to have significant moderate positive correlation with baseline FACED score with r of 0.520 (P<0.001). Sputum IL-1β and, IL-8 and TNF-α levels were shown to have significant correlation with various clinical, laboratory and spirometry parameters in bronchiectasis, as well as more severe disease as measured by FACED and E-FACED scores.

Bilateral ruptured spontaneous extra-uterine pregnancy: About a case at the Thiès Regional Hospital Center

Bilateral ruptured spontaneous extra-uterine pregnancy: About a case at the Thiès Regional Hospital Center

Severe bronchiectasis is associated with increased carotid intima-media thickness

BackgroundAlthough bronchiectasis has been shown to be associated with cardiovascular disease, there is limited evidence of an association with subclinical atherosclerosis, especially carotid intima-media thickness (CIMT).MethodsThis prospective study compared CIMT among patients with and without bronchiectasis, and among bronchiectatic patients classified according to disease severity using the FACED score. The study was carried out at a major regional hospital and tertiary respiratory referral centre in Hong Kong.ResultsTotal 155 Chinese patients with non-cystic fibrosis (CF) bronchiectasis and 512 controls were recruited. The mean CIMT was 0.58 ± 0.10 mm, 0.63 ± 0.11 mm and 0.66 ± 0.08 mm respectively among controls, patients with mild-to-moderate bronchiectasis and patients with severe bronchiectasis. There was no statistically significant difference in CIMT between patients with mild-to-moderate bronchiectasis and controls. Multivariate linear regression revealed that CIMT was significantly increased in patients with severe bronchiectasis relative to controls. The same phenomenon was observed among patients without a history of cardiovascular disease or cardiovascular risk factors.ConclusionsCIMT was significantly increased in patients with severe bronchiectasis compared with controls without bronchiectasis, but not among patients with mild-to-moderate bronchiectasis, which suggested the subclinical atherosclerosis to be more prevalent among patients with severe bronchiectasis.

Clinical Characteristics and Outcomes of Hyperphosphatemia in Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease Stages 1-2.

There was limited research on the epidemiology of hyperphosphatemia in early-stage chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients. We aimed to explore the clinical characteristics and prognostic value of hyperphosphatemia in patients with CKD stages 1-2. We enrolled adult patients with CKD stages 1-2 from 24 regional central hospitals across China. Hyperphosphatemia was defined as a serum phosphate level exceeding 1.45 mmol/L. The study outcomes included all-cause and cardiovascular (CV) mortality. Cox proportional hazard models were used to investigate the association of hyperphosphatemia with all-cause and CV mortality. Among 99,266 patients with CKD stages 1-2 across China, the prevalence of hyperphosphatemia was 8.3%. The prevalence of hyperphosphatemia was increased with the level of urinary protein and was higher in younger and female patients. Among 63,121 patients with survival information, during a median of 5.2 years follow-up period, there were 436 (8.0%) and 4,695 (8.1%) deaths in those with and without hyperphosphatemia, respectively. After adjusting for potential confounders, compared with patients without hyperphosphatemia, patients with hyperphosphatemia were associated with a higher risk of all-cause mortality (hazard ratio: 1.28, 95% CI: 1.16-1.41). Although nearly 60.3% of hyperphosphatemia could be relieved without phosphate-lowering drug therapy among patients with CKD stages 1-2, transient hyperphosphatemia was also associated with an increased risk of all-cause mortality (p = 0.048). Hyperphosphatemia was not rare in patients with CKD stages 1-2 and was associated with an increased risk of mortality. Clinicians should closely monitor serum phosphorus levels in patients with CKD, even in those with normal kidney function.

Spontaneous bilateral ectopic pregnancy. A case report from Regional Hospital of Niamey

Spontaneous bilateral ectopic pregnancy is an extremely rare event, occurring in 1/750 to 1/580 of all ectopic pregnancies, and in 1 case in 200,000 pregnancies. Nonetheless, this occurrence appears to be on the rise owing to Assisted Reproductive Technology. In this report, we present a singular case of spontaneous bilateral ectopic pregnancy in a 28-year-old patient under our care. The diagnosis was established during exploratory laparotomy, revealing an unruptured ectopic pregnancy on the left and a ruptured ampullary ectopic pregnancy on the right tub, resulting in hemoperitoneum. Bilateral salpingectomy was performed. The patient received one pack of red blood cells transfusion in postoperative period. The recovery period was simple. She left the hospital on post-operative day 3. We recommend a systematic exploration of the contralateral fallopian tube in order to eliminate the risk of a bilateral ectopic pregnancy, which could result in a fatal outcome. Keywords: Bilateral ectopic pregnancy, Salpingectomy, Regional Hospital Center, Niger.

Therapeutic effect of honey on acute respiratory infections in adults

Context: In Morocco, acute respiratory infections (ARI) are a frequent cause of consultations in the first level health facilities. Scientific reports indicate that honey has an important biochemical therapeutic activity. Aims: To explore the therapeutic effect of honey on ARI in the Guelmim region of southern Morocco. Methods: This was a prospective clinical study aiming to compare the therapeutic effect of honey in the population that consumes it versus a control population, at the level of the regional hospital and health centers, the period of the study was between September 2022 and March 2023, All the participants were questioned through a questionnaire and the study of their files and monitoring forms. Results: The study population was divided into two equal groups of 417 people each. Honey significantly reduced the overall symptom score at Day 5 (p&lt;0.001) in the honey group compared with the reference group, according to the ANOVA test, the significant variables are age, presence of associated diseases, duration of illness, number of consultations for respiratory episodes and current smoking status, the present study also shows that non consumption of honey OR = 15.09 [10.26-22.17], high symptom score at D1 OR = 3.85 [2.37-5.39], frequency of nocturnal cough OR = 4.26 [1.65-10.9], frequency of diurnal cough OR = 3.34 [1.5-7.4], duration of illness OR = 7.12 [3.4-14.6] and type of cough OR = 1.5 [1.04-2.2] were the determinants of high symptom score at Day 5. Conclusions: Honey was effective in relieving symptoms associated with ARI and may be suggested as an adjuvant treatment in adults.

LYMPHOME DIFFUS A GRANDES CELLULES B REVELE PAR UNE INVAGINATION INTESTINALE CHEZ LE GRAND ENFANT : A PROPOS D’UN CAS ET REVUE DE LA LITTERATURE

Intussusception occurs when an intestinal segment and its mesentery penetrate and become embedded in the downstream intestinal segment, forming a mass called an “intussusception sausage”. It is known that it can occur on a tumor in older children. Observation: We report the case of a 10-year-old child who was admitted to the emergency room of the Regional Hospital Center of Sokodé/Togo for chronic, recurrent abdominal pain and constipation for 2 months. The diagnosis of intestinal intussusception suggested during the clinical examination was confirmed on abdominal ultrasound: ceco-colo-colicintussusception. The tumor cause of the intussusception was determined intraoperatively during laparotomy. We performed tumor resection and intestinal anastomosis. The histological examination of the tumor specimen revealed a diffuse large B-cell lymphoma. The evolution after a course of chemotherapy was satisfactory and the two-year follow-up showed no recurrence. Conclusion: Intestinal intussusceptions can be a way of revealing tumors when they occur beyond early childhood. The precision of the benign or malignant nature of these tumors is crucial and determining for the treatment and the prognosis. Keywords: Intestinal intussusception, child, tumor, treatment, prognosis

#475 Association between hospital-acquired acute kidney injury and the risk of kidney cancer

Abstract Background and Aims The effects of hospital-acquired acute kidney injury (HA-AKI) on kidney cancer remain unclear. The study aimed to investigate the association between HA-AKI and kidney cancer by a large multicenter cohort study. Method The real-world cohort study included Chinese adults with at least two serum creatinine (SCr) tests within 7 days during hospitalization from 24 regional central hospitals between January 2000 and December 2022. AKI was defined as a ≥26.5 μmol/l increase in serum creatinine concentration within 48 hours or a ≥50% increase over the baseline within 7 days. The primary outcome was a new diagnosis of kidney cancer, while the secondary outcomes included death attributed to kidney cancer and new diagnoses of other cancers of the urinary system. The Cox proportional hazard model was employed for analyses. Results Of the 342861 patients (median age, 57.06 [43.68, 68.54] yr; men, 179096 [52.2%]), 9337 patients experienced HA-AKI. During a mean follow-up of 2.03 years, 195 (0.57‰) patients with a new diagnosis of kidney cancer were detected. After multivariable adjustment, HA-AKI was significantly associated with a higher risk of kidney cancer (adjusted hazard ratio [HR], 2.39; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.37-4.17, P = 0.003) and kidney cancer-specific death (adjusted HR, 3.19; 95% CI, 1.90-5.37, P &amp;lt; 0.001). We also found that relationships between HA-AKI and cancers of the urinary system, excluding kidney cancer, such as bladder cancer, prostate cancer, were not statistically significant. Conclusion HA-AKI was significantly associated with increased risk of kidney cancer and death attributed to kidney cancer. Our findings highlight the importance of monitoring HA-AKI patients for early detection of kidney cancer.

Oculo Adnexal Trauma by Hook and Extraction under Infra Orbital Block: A Case Report from the Thies Regional Hospital Center

Ocular and or adnexal trauma is a frequent reason for consultation in rural areas. The context in which it occurs and the nature of the blunt or perforating object vary widely. The target population is heterogeneous, and the injuries sometimes alter the body image of patients, who end up adopting a fatalistic attitude. An exhaustive review of the epidemiological aspects of these injuries remains a challenge, especially in rural areas. We report a case of oculo adnexal trauma caused by a fish hook in a fisherman; extraction was performed via a cutaneous approach under the infra-orbital block.

The Effect of Gelatine Colloid Preloading on Hypotension Prevention in Cesarean Section with Spinal Anesthesia at The Central Surgery Installationof Banyumas Regional Hospital

Background:Hypotension in cesarean-section patients occurs due to peripheral vasodilation. It was the result of a sympathetic blockade caused by spinal anesthesia medication. Several methods can be employed to manage hypotension during cesarean section surgery, including fluid loading and vasopressors. Preloading with colloid fluids like hydroxyethyl starch (HES) before initiating spinal anesthesia has been deemed effective in reducing the incidence and severity of hypotension. A preliminary study revealed a decrease in blood pressure (up to 20%) in the first 15 minutes after spinal anesthesia was given to 30 cesarean section patients.Method: In this research, a Quasi-Experimental method was employed with a Pretest-Posttest Control Group Design. A total of 94 respondents were selected as the research sample using a purposive sampling technique. The respondents were divided into two groups: the ephedrine group and the preloading group. The data obtained were then analyzed using Independent Sample T-Test. Results:There is a significant effect on systolic and diastolic blood pressure between the ephedrine and preloading group, with respective significance values of p 0.010 and p 0.001. Conclusion:Preloading gelatine colloid is effective in maintaining blood pressure (systolic and diastolic) in cesarean section patients with spinal anesthesia.

How to begin and expand “Osteoporosis Liaison Service” at Regional Central Hospitals

How to begin and expand “Osteoporosis Liaison Service” at Regional Central Hospitals

Describing and Comparing Patient Factors Associated with Use of Parenteral Iron before and after Implementation of an Order Set for Parenteral Iron (DECODE IRON).

In select clinical scenarios, IV administration of iron is suitable for management of iron deficiency anemia; however, for most patients, oral administration of iron is the mainstay of treatment. At the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre, in Red Deer, Alberta, high utilization of IV iron has resulted in limited access to this medication for the treatment of ambulatory patients, as well as significant usage of health care resources. The primary objective was to compare patient characteristics, specifically pretreatment laboratory test results and previous use of oral iron, among those receiving IV iron therapy in an ambulatory setting before and after implementation of an iron sucrose order set. For secondary objectives, the aforementioned groups were compared with regard to meeting the diagnostic criteria for iron deficiency anemia, with or without pretreatment oral iron or blood transfusion, and the dosing characteristics for IV iron. A retrospective electronic chart review was performed for ambulatory patients who received IV iron between January 1, 2020, and January 31, 2022. A total of 436 unique treatment courses were included in the analysis. The following pretreatment laboratory results were observed before and after implementation of the iron sucrose order set: mean hemoglobin 105.8 (standard deviation [SD] 21.9) g/L versus 102.2 (SD 18.5) g/L; mean of mean corpuscular volume (MCV) 82.2 (SD 9.4) fL versus 79.2 (SD 8.9) fL; and median ferritin 7 (interquartile range [IQR] 4-12) μg/L versus 6 (IQR 4-11) μg/L. Only the difference in MCV values was statistically significant (p = 0.001). The implementation of an iron sucrose order set for ambulatory patients did not have a significant effect on pretreatment laboratory parameters among patients for whom IV iron was prescribed. Further stewardship initiatives could be beneficial in improving the appropriateness of IV iron use.

Self-medication practice among pregnant and postpartum women attending the regional hospital center of Souss Massa, Morocco: a cross-sectional study.

Background: Self-medication among pregnant women represents a serious risk to the mother's and child's health. It is a global concern that requires careful attention from professionals in healthcare. In Morocco, there is a lack of available data on self-medication and predicting variables among pregnant and postpartum women. The purpose of this study was to determine the incidence of self-medication and the factors that contributed to it among pregnant and postpartum women in the Sous Massa Regional Hospital. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted using a pretested questionnaire among 420 pregnant and postpartum women who were attending the regional hospital center of the Sous Massa region from April to December 2022. Statistical analysis was performed using Jamovi Software. The logistic regression analysis was used to determine the significance of the association between the outcome and independent variables. Results: The research enrolled 420 pregnant and postpartum women. During the current pregnancy, 24.8% of the women used self-medication. The leading common causes/symptoms that necessitate self-medication among pregnant and postpartum women were Anemia (84.8%), epigastralgia (16.8%), vomiting, pyrosis (15.2%), and urinary and vaginal infections The therapeutic families concerned with self-medication practice were Analgesics (41.4%), Antacids (20.3%), antimicrobials (13.5%), and Vitamin supplements (9%). According to the findings, the most frequent sources of information were pharmacists (45.6%), followed by physicians (44.3%). The primary reasons given by respondents for self-medication were the need for rapid release (51.7%), previous treatments with the same drugs (31.7%), and 20% reported difficulty of access to healthcare professionals. Out of 95.9% of the participants reported that they knew the dangers of self-medication and 96% of them were informed and received information about the dangers and contraindications of self-medication during pregnancy. This was significantly statistically associated with self-medication respectively with p-value = 0.031 and p-value = 0.005. Conclusion: The findings of the present study provide an initial awareness of the state of self-medication among pregnant and postpartum women attending the regional hospital centers. It is recommended that healthcare professionals increase their interventions to improve the consciousness of pregnant women; this might require implementing suitable strategies to regulate the commercialization, delivery, and use of conventional medications.

Mental Health Nurses’ Self‐Efficacy and Quality of Professional Life Toward Inpatient Violence in Mental Health Hospitals in Saudi Arabia

The purpose of this study was to assess the perceived self‐efficacy toward adult inpatient violence and the quality of professional life status among mental health nurses. The study was conducted in mental health and psychiatric hospitals in Central Region in Saudi Arabia. The study used cross‐sectional, descriptive, and quantitative approaches. Data were collected by self‐administrative, and five Likert‐scaled questionnaires. The study findings revealed that there was a positive relationship between the nurses’ perceived self‐efficacy and quality of professional life. Also, the study findings declared that there were no statistically significant differences between self‐efficacy in the theme of gender, qualification, and experience‐associated demographic factors. The study recommended that mental health nursing staff receive additional training on violence and self‐efficacy to deal with workplace violence. Moreover, the study recommended carrying out studies on a wide range to investigate the factors behind aggression and violence. Also, the study recommended a rigorous review for nurses’ policy toward violence management.

Opportunistic Infections in HIV-Infected Children on Treatment in Southern Morocco: A 12-Years Retrospective Follow-up Study.

Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection in children is a significant public health concern, increasing the risk of infant mortality. Immunodeficiency caused by HIV favors the development of opportunistic infections (OIs), which are responsible for over 90% of HIV-related deaths. This study seeks to determine the primary OIs in children with HIV followed at the Hassan II Regional Hospital Center in Sous Massa, during the period from 2012 to 2023. This retrospective study is the first in Morocco to investigate OIs among HIV-infected children. It analyzed 76 complete medical records, using a data collection form designed based on existing literature. This study revealed that 37% of participants were suffering from OIs, mainly diarrhea (11%), tuberculosis (9%) and pneumonia (7%).There was a significant correlation between OIs and HIV clinical stage (P=0.001), age (P=0.007), and anemia (P=0.001). Despite progress in management, the presence of OIs remains a risk factor for infant morbidity and mortality. The study highlights the importance of early detection, prevention, and adherence to treatment in reducing this burden. Management of anemia is essential.

Prescriptions of antibiotics in gynecological and obstetric surgery at the maternity ward of the Regional Hospital Center (CHR) in Niamey.

Objectives: To take stock of the prescription of antibiotics in gynecological and obstetric surgery at the maternity ward of the CHR poudrière in Niamey. Patients and method: This is a prospective descriptive study running from March 1 to August 31, 2021 at the maternity ward of the CHR poudrière in Niamey. All patients who had undergone gynecological or obstetrical surgery with antibiotic prophylaxis or curative antibiotic therapy were included in the study. The variables studied were: Age, level of education, marital status, profession of the patient, history, modality and type of surgical interventions, type of anesthesia performed, duration of the intervention, postoperative monitoring, complications, methods of prescribing antibiotic prophylaxis and curative antibiotic therapy, associated treatment, and length of hospitalization. The data were entered and analyzed using Microsoft 2016 and Sphinx.v5 software.

Assessment of knowledge, attitudes, and practices of occupational risks and diseases among healthcare providers of the Regional Hospital Center of Dosso, Niger.

In Niger, a low-income country, occupational medicine is little known and practiced, particularly in the health sector, where healthcare workers are exposed to numerous occupational risks. This study aimed to assess knowledge, attitudes, and practices about occupational risks and diseases among healthcare providers working at the Hospital of Dosso (Niger) to determine their knowledge, attitudes, and practices level about occupational risks and diseases. A descriptive and quantitative census-based study was conducted among the 105 healthcare providers practicing at the hospital of Dosso between 1 April and 31 May 2023, using a self-administered questionnaire in the French language comprising a sociodemographic part and a knowledge, attitudes, and practices part about occupational risks and diseases. Knowledge, attitudes, and practices scores were calculated and Mann-Whitney U or Kruskal-Wallis tests were used to assess their association with sociodemographic characteristics. In total, 83 healthcare providers agreed to participate in the study, with a participation rate of 79%. A total of 28% of participants had received training on occupational risks and diseases. The knowledge score about occupational risks and diseases showed that 55.4% of participants had a knowledge level varying from medium to high. The score of attitudes and practices showed that 68.7% of responders had an attitudes and practices level varying from medium to high about occupational risks and diseases. According to the composite score of knowledge, attitudes, and practices, 53% of participants had a knowledge, attitudes, and practices level between medium and high. A significant association was found between the composite score of knowledge, attitudes, and practices and the workstation occupied, mainly medical imaging service (p = 0.006). The study showed that 53% of responders had an overall level of knowledge, attitudes, and practices about occupational risks and diseases between medium and high. Among their sociodemographic characteristics, only the workstation occupied (mainly medical imaging service) was statistically associated with the composite score of knowledge, attitudes, and practices. Considering these findings, the administrators of the Hospital of Dosso must recruit an occupational medicine specialist to provide information and prevention visits on occupational risks and diseases to healthcare providers working in this institution.