Sociodemographic profile and evaluation of associated factors in Chronic suppurative otitis media patients reporting to tertiary care Hospital of Punjab
Journal: International Archives of Integrated Medicine (IAIM) (Vol.3, No. 6)Publication Date: 2016-06-14
Authors : Dhingra R; Dhillon V; Monga S; Mehta AS; Kaur G; Kaur M;
Page : 6-10
Keywords : Chronic suppurative otitis media; Punjab; Sociodemographic profile; Risk factors.;
Abstract
Introduction: Incidence of chronic suppurative otitis media has been reported varying from 2.55% to 9.25%. CSOM without prompt, proper treatment can progress to a variety of mild to life-threatening complications that can be intra temporal and intracranial. Thus, the present study was conducted to identify sociodemographic factors associated with Chronic suppurative otitis media. Materials and methods: The present study comprised of 100 patients with history of discharge from ear along with perforation. Detailed clinical examination along with history was taken as per proforma. Specific emphasis was given on the sociodemographic factors associated with Chronic suppurative otitis media. Results: The present study found that the majority of cases belonged to lower (poor) socioeconomic status comprising 59% of cases, 74% in study group belonged to rural areas and factors associated with this infection were living in crowded conditions and in large family, unhygienic practices, such as bathing in contaminated ponds and rivers, unsterile ear piercing, leaning ears with aseptic things such as matchsticks, hairpins, pen-refills, etc. Conclusion: Sociodemographic profile and associated risk factors play a significant role in etiopathogenesis of CSOM. Thus, possible preventive strategies and programs to educate patients regarding knowledge of this burden of illness should be planned in developing countries like India.
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