Research Journal of Medical Sciences
ISSN: Online 1993-6095ISSN: Print 1815-9346
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Abstract
Oral health is closely linked to overall health and quality of life. Oral diseases are a significant global public health concern. The initial presenting symptoms are essential for assessing oral conditions, also assist dentist in diagnosis and treatment planning. To address this need we conducted, a six‐month retrospective study at the dental outpatient department (OPD) of the Raipur Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), a tertiary care hospital located in a remote village of Raipur, Chhattisgarh, India from February 2024 to July 2024.This study aimed to determine the spectrum of presenting complaints, with a focus on identifying the most prevalent dental complaint at presentation. A total of 3,268 patients of all ages who visited the dental OPD were included in this study. The case files of all patients were retrieved from the medical records department and all patient records were thoroughly reviewed. Data collection sheets were used to gather data, which included patient’s general demographic details, chief complaints at presentation and clinical examination findings. Data were collected, compiled and collectively analyzed using SPSS version 25. The results indicated that among the various complaints, the most common was pain, observed in 2,141 patients (65.51%), with a predominance among males (60.57%).
How to cite this article:
Dilshad Quraishi and Anjali Rathore. Spectrum of Presenting Complaints Among Patients Visiting the Dental Outpatient Department (OPD) of a Tertiary Care Hospital‐A Retrospective Analysis.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.36478/makrjms.2024.10.688.691
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