Evaluation of Epigastric Pain in Our Study Group
Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2018, Vol 6, Issue 10
Abstract
Aim and Objectives: the objective of this study is to determine the prevalence of epigastric pain in our study population. To detect the commonest age group presented with epigastric pain. To determine the commonest cause of epigastric pain in our study population. Materials and Methods: A prospective study of 500 patients presented with epigastric pain came to general surgery OPD, Rajah Muthiah Medical College, Annamalai University, Chidambaram between 2016 to September 2018. Patients are subjected to upper GI scopy and results are analysed. Results: Among 500 patients with epigastric pain, normal study of upper gastrointestinal tract was found in 217 subjects forming 48.4% of total study group. Out of 500 subjects, 266 males forming 53.2% present with epigastric pain. Among 500 patients, with epigastric pain, 28% belongs to 36-45yrs age group. The prevalence of epigastric pain in this study is 21.2%,16%,14.8% in the age frequencies of 46-55, 26-35, 56- 65 age groups respectively. Conclusion: Prevalence of significant findings in upper gastrointestinal evaluation of patients with epigastric pain by endoscopy is relatively higher than the prevalence of normal finding. Prevalence of patients with epigastric pain is modestly higher in male population compared to females. UGI scopy has a vital role in initial evaluation and investigation of patients with epigastric pain.
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Dr P. Ravi Sankar
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