Observational Study of Clinical & Epidemiological Profile of Patients with Proposes At RIMS, Ranchi.
Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS) - Year 2018, Vol 17, Issue 8
Abstract
Aim: - To study the clinical and epidemiological profile of patients with proptosis at RIMS,Ranchi. Methods:-A total of 43 patients presenting in emergency & outpatient department of RIO, RIMS, Ranchi were included. All patients were evaluated for detailed history and clinical examination. The evaluation were done including the demographic data of the patient, complete history, general examination, detailed ophthalmological examination of both eyes, slit lamp examination, non-invasive & special investigations. Final diagnosis was based on clinical, histopathological, laboratory & radiological findings. Results: - Proptosis is most common in males & tribal populations. Diminished vision was most common presenting symptom. The most common cause of proptosis was inflammatory diseases seen in 46.5% of cases. CT scan was most common modality of investigation seen in 67.5% of cases. Conclusion:-Proptosis is a multidisciplinary problem &requires collaboration of different specialities. There are challenges related to patients high default rate. There should be proper education and councelling to the patient about possible outcomes, to reduce default rate & encourage them for proper management.
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Umesh kumar, Sindhu kumari
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