Leprosy, caused by Mycobacterium leprae, remains a public health concern in Bangalore district, India. A retrospective study analysed data from 637 leprosy patients (2020-2023) in government hospitals. The majority were males (76%), and most cases were in the ≥14 years age group. 3% of patients were children. Multibacillary (MB) leprosy accounted for 77% of cases, while paucibacillary (PB) leprosy accounted for 23%. Moderate (G2) deformities increased over time. 69% of patients completed treatment and were cured, with higher cure rates for MB type (88%). The study provides valuable insights into leprosy prevalence and treatment outcomes, emphasizing the ongoing need for prevention and treatment efforts.
BT - TIJER - International Research Journal IS - 7 LA - Eng N2 -Leprosy, caused by Mycobacterium leprae, remains a public health concern in Bangalore district, India. A retrospective study analysed data from 637 leprosy patients (2020-2023) in government hospitals. The majority were males (76%), and most cases were in the ≥14 years age group. 3% of patients were children. Multibacillary (MB) leprosy accounted for 77% of cases, while paucibacillary (PB) leprosy accounted for 23%. Moderate (G2) deformities increased over time. 69% of patients completed treatment and were cured, with higher cure rates for MB type (88%). The study provides valuable insights into leprosy prevalence and treatment outcomes, emphasizing the ongoing need for prevention and treatment efforts.
PY - 2023 SP - 448 EP - 452 T2 - TIJER - International Research Journal TI - A Retrospective Study of Comprehensive Assessment of Leprosy in Bangalore District. UR - https://www.tijer.org/papers/TIJER2307055.pdf VL - 10 SN - 2349-9249 ER -