Different presentations of filariasis and different modalities of management
Journal Title: MedPulse -International Medical Journal - Year 2016, Vol 3, Issue 3
Abstract
Introduction: Filariasis is an endemic problem in various Indian states, it’s most common in Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Gujarat, Kerala, Maharashtra, Orissa. The incidence of filariasis has decreased over time. We present this paper to discuss some rare presentations of filariasis and discuss their different modalities of management. Material and Methods: We conducted a retrospective study of 100 patients treated for filariasis who presented to the Mahatma Gandhi Medical College and Hospital from June 2013 to June 2015. All patients were treated medically and few required surgical management. Data of the patients was collected from MGM hospital medical records section and outpatient department. Results: Depending on grade of edema of lower limbthe line of management was decided whether medical or surgical intervention .Grossly it was observed grade 1 and 2 edema required only medical line of management whereas grade 3 and 4 required medical as well as surgical line of management. 20% patients required surgical intervention. Among medical management coumarin derivatives showed better result than DEC in lymphatic edema. Conclusion: Early diagnosis and medical management gave better results in filariasis as we were able to avoid surgical intervention in majority of cases.
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Vibhushit Sharma, S Pani, Lisha Suraj, Reshma Bhoir
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