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Peptic ulcer is prevalent among shift workers.

K Segawa, S Nakazawa, Y Tsukamoto

    Digestive Diseases and Sciences
    |May 1, 1987
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    Shift work, often causing sleep disturbances, is linked to a higher prevalence of peptic ulcers, including gastric and duodenal ulcers, compared to daytime work. This suggests a significant role for disrupted sleep patterns in ulcer development.

    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Occupational Health
    • Sleep Medicine

    Background:

    • Peptic ulcer disease remains a significant health concern.
    • The role of sleep disturbances in the etiology of peptic ulcers requires further elucidation.
    • Occupational factors, such as shift work, may influence gastrointestinal health.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the association between shift work, sleep disturbances, and the prevalence of peptic ulcer disease.
    • To compare the incidence of gastric and duodenal ulcers in shift workers versus daytime workers.

    Main Methods:

    • A cross-sectional study involving 11,657 employees from various institutions.
    • Upper gastrointestinal tract examination using mass x-ray.
    • Comparison of peptic ulcer prevalence based on work schedules (present shift, past shift, daytime).

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    Main Results:

    • Prevalence of gastric ulcers was 2.38% and duodenal ulcers was 1.37% in present shift workers.
    • Prevalence of gastric ulcers was 1.52% and duodenal ulcers was 0.62% in past shift workers.
    • Prevalence of gastric ulcers was 1.03% and duodenal ulcers was 0.69% in daytime workers, with higher rates observed in shift workers.

    Conclusions:

    • Shift work, potentially leading to sleep disturbances, is associated with an increased prevalence of both gastric and duodenal ulcers.
    • Disrupted sleep patterns due to shift work may be a contributing factor in the development of peptic ulcers.
    • Further research into the mechanisms linking sleep disturbances and peptic ulcer disease is warranted.