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Heartburn in Staff of Golestan Medical University, Northeast of Iran

Sima Besharat1, Mahsa Besharat1, Taghi Amiriani1

  • 1Golestan University of Medical Sciences, Golestan Research center of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Iran.

Gastroenterology Research
|December 10, 2016
PubMed

Insights

Heartburn, a common symptom of gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD), affected 60% of participants in Iran. This study found heartburn more prevalent in married women, suggesting further research into underlying causes.

Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Epidemiology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a prevalent gastrointestinal disorder with rising incidence in Iran and Asia.
  • Key GERD symptoms include heartburn and acid regurgitation.
  • Understanding GERD prevalence and risk factors in specific populations is crucial for public health initiatives.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the prevalence of heartburn symptoms among personnel at Golestan Medical University.
  • To identify potential demographic and lifestyle risk factors associated with heartburn in this population.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional study conducted in 2006 involving all personnel of Golestan Medical University.
  • Data collection via questionnaires on demographics, symptoms, and risk factors; objective measurements of height and weight.
  • Statistical analysis employed Chi-square and non-parametric tests to evaluate relationships between variables.

Main Results:

  • Heartburn symptoms were reported by 60% of the 155 participants.
  • No significant associations were found between heartburn and age, gender, BMI, or tribal affiliation.
  • Heartburn symptoms were significantly more common in married individuals (P < 0.05).

Conclusions:

  • The prevalence of heartburn in the studied population was notably high.
  • Married individuals, particularly women, exhibited a higher incidence of heartburn.
  • Further research is recommended to elucidate the underlying etiology and contributing factors for these observed patterns.
Abstract

Keywords:
BMIGERDHeartburnIranPrevalence

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