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Content of general practice.

T O Lim1

  • 1Department of Nephrology, General Hospital, Kuala Lumpur.

The Medical Journal of Malaysia
|June 1, 1991
PubMed
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General practitioners recorded 3,164 consultations, with illnesses comprising 87%. Upper respiratory infections were most common, while major disorders and psychological conditions were notably infrequent compared to UK data.

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Area of Science:

  • General Practice
  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • General practice data offers insights into community morbidity and healthcare provider workload.
  • Understanding consultation patterns is crucial for resource allocation and public health planning.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the content of general practice consultations.
  • To identify common illnesses and compare the prevalence of major disorders with international data.

Main Methods:

  • A survey involving eight general practitioners.
  • Recording and categorizing 3,164 consultations over a defined period.

Main Results:

  • Illnesses accounted for 87% of consultations; 13% were for other reasons (e.g., check-ups, vaccinations).

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  • Upper respiratory tract infections were the most frequent illness (37%).
  • Major disorders (18%) and psychological conditions (1%) were less prevalent than in the United Kingdom, with circulatory disorders also being rare (1%).

    • Conclusions:

    • General practice in this setting sees a high proportion of minor illnesses, particularly upper respiratory infections.
    • The low prevalence of major disorders, circulatory issues, and psychological conditions warrants further investigation into contributing factors.