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PATTERN OF DERMATOLOGICAL ADMISSIONS IN A REFERRAL SERVICE HOSPITAL.
Medical Journal, Armed Forces India
|August 5, 2017
Summary
This study analyzed dermatological admissions in military personnel over a decade. Eczema was the most frequent reason for hospitalization, followed by infections and infestations.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Epidemiology
- Military Health
Background:
- Dermatological conditions are a significant cause of morbidity.
- Understanding admission patterns is crucial for resource allocation in healthcare settings.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the patterns of dermatological admissions among Armed Forces personnel.
- To identify the most prevalent skin diseases requiring hospitalization.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of 1578 hospital admissions.
- Data collected from Command Hospital Southern Command, Pune, between January 1984 and December 1994.
Main Results:
- Eczema constituted 29.5% of admissions.
- Infections and infestations accounted for 25.5% of cases.
- Papulo-squamous disorders were the third most common (21.4%).
Conclusions:
- Eczema, infections, and infestations are the leading causes of dermatological admissions in this military population.
- Findings highlight the burden of common skin diseases in a uniformed service.
- This data can inform preventive strategies and clinical management.
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