Hospitalization Profile in Dermatology at CHU Ibn Sina, Morocco
Author Information
Author(s): Lamchahab Fatima Ezzahra, Beqqal Kawtar, Guerrouj Bouchra, Khoudri Ibtissam, Senouci Karima, Hassam Badredine, Ait Ourhroui Mohamed
Primary Institution: CHU Ibn Sina Rabat, Maroc
Hypothesis
What is the epidemiological and diagnostic profile of dermatoses in a hospital setting over five years?
Conclusion
Skin conditions are a major source of morbidity and require adequate management.
Supporting Evidence
- 2033 patients were hospitalized during the study period.
- The average age of patients was 40 years.
- Skin diseases were found to be a major source of morbidity.
- The most common conditions included systemic diseases and infectious pathologies.
- The mortality rate was very low at 0.025%.
Takeaway
This study looked at patients with skin problems in a hospital over five years and found that many people were treated for serious skin diseases.
Methodology
A retrospective study conducted over five years from January 2003 to January 2008, analyzing all hospitalized patients in the dermatology department.
Limitations
The study may not capture all skin conditions as only those requiring hospitalization were included.
Participant Demographics
The study included 2033 patients, with a slight female predominance (50.3%) and an average age of 40 years.
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