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Global Academic Journal of Medical Sciences
Volume-6 | Issue-01
Original Research Article
An Observational Study on the Epidemiological Features of Colorectal Polyps in Patients at a Tertiary Care Hospital in Bangladesh
Mohammad Syedul Islam, ⁠Md. Ariful Islam, Ruhus Safa Noor, Fahmida Faizha Shama
Published : Feb. 27, 2024
DOI : 10.36348/gajms.2024.v06i01.009
Abstract
Background: Colorectal polyps are a common condition that can lead to colorectal cancer, making early detection and surveillance crucial for effective management. This study aimed to explore the epidemiological and clinical features of colorectal polyps in patients at a tertiary care hospital in Bangladesh. Subjects and Methods: An observational cross-sectional study was conducted at a tertiary private hospital in Dhaka, Bangladesh, between January 2023 and October 2023. A total of 30 participants were selected through purposive sampling. Inclusion criteria included patients with polyps willing to participate, and exclusion criteria involved patients with other malignancies or systemic gastrointestinal diseases. Data were collected via clinical examinations, laboratory investigations, and diagnostic imaging. Polyps were classified based on size, morphology, and number. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS version 22, employing descriptive statistics to summarize the data. Results: The age distribution of participants revealed that the majority were aged 51-65 years (30.0%). Males comprised 56.67% of the sample. The most common type of polyp was adenomatous (40.0%), followed by hyperplastic and juvenile polyps (20.0% each). Inflammatory polyps were found in 13.33%, while rare types such as Puetz-Jeghers and Sessile Serrated Lesions (SSL) were present in 3.33% of cases. Regarding polyp size, 56.67% were less than 1 cm, and 70.0% of participants had a single polyp. Morphologically, 60.0% of polyps were pedunculated, followed by irregular (25.0%) and sessile (15.0%) polyps. Conclusion: The findings highlight the importance of regular screening, especially in older individuals, as adenomatous polyps are prevalent and have a higher risk of malignancy. This study emphasizes the need for early detection and monitoring of colorectal polyps to reduce the burden of colorectal cancer in Bangladesh.

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