- CODEN : IAJPBB
- issn 2349-7750
TITLE:
CORRELATION BETWEEN CLINICAL SYMPTOMS AND ECHOCARDIOGRAPHIC RESULTS OF RHEUMATIC FEVER
AUTHORS:
Hafiza Sumia Aiman,Dr.Muhammad Umair Hussain, Dr. Muneeba Afzal
ABSTRACT:
Objective: To assess the unrevealed prevalence, Clinical and Echocardiography features of patients with (RF/RHD) in rural population.2) To highlight the importance of nationwide preventive measure to combat the challenge. Methods: Cross sectional survev of 11 villages having multiethnic composition were carried out using the scientific sampling techniques and screening methodology. Proven RHD patients were evaluated by history, detailed physical examination and Lab. tests including ECG, chest X-rav, Echo/Doppler studies. Results: Mean age was 31±18.38 years SD, with 35% of 20 years or less. Females had significant preponderance. More than half were in NYHA class Il. Newly detected were 81%. The commonest symptom was dysponea. History suggestive of RF was elicited in 56%. Patients with RI-ID but unaware of RF[Endocarditis prophylaxis were 92%. 87% of
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