IBS Associated Demographical and Economic Factors in Northern Saudi Arabia
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| IMSEAR
| ID: sea-205053
ABSTRACT
Objective:
The aim of the present study was to assess the association of Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) with demographical and economic factors in Northern Saudi Arabia.Methodology:
Data about IBS was obtained from 946 Saudi volunteers. IBS was ascertained using Rome IV criteria. Each questionnaire was filled by a medical student during an active interview.Results:
The prevalence rates of IBS with continuous symptoms and intermittent symptoms were 12% and 34%, respectively. IBS was significantly predominant among females (RR (95% CI)=1.1775(1.0182 to 1.3618), p=0.0276). IBS was significantly among relatively younger adults (21-40 years) (RR (95% CI)=1.6203 (1.3425 to 1.9556), p<0.0001).Conclusion:
IBS associated symptoms are prevalent in Northern Saudi Arabia. IBS was significantly associated with females’ gender and younger age.
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Index:
IMSEAR (South-East Asia)
Type of study:
Health economic evaluation
Year:
2019
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Article
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