Retrospective Study of General Surgery Department Operative Procedures Pattern Performed at a Tertiary Health Institution in Amreli
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Background: Considering the distribution of surgical diseases is essential for optimal allocation of resources, clinical arrangement, and surgical training.This study purposes to analyse the pattern and frequency of various surgical conditions among patients in a tertiary care setting using a proportionate.Methods: This retrospective descriptive study analyzed 1558 surgical procedures performed and the study was conducted from January 2023 to December 2024 in the General Surgery Department of a tertiary hospital in India.The study focused on elective and emergency cases.Data were extracted from theatre operation registers, and statistical analysis was done using IBM SPSS.Descriptive statistics and Chi-square tests were used to evaluate surgeon involvement and surgery urgency, with ethical approval obtained before the study. Results:The most predominant conditions were hernia in 222 patients (14%), followed by appendicitis (13.28%).Inguinal hernias dominated the hernia group.Other distinguished categories of procedures included circumcision, thyroidectomy, laparotomy, fisurelotomy, amputation, and hemi-rectomy. Conclusion:The study provides a comprehensive analysis of 1558 patients undergoing surgery in the General Surgery department.The findings highlight the predominance of hernia and appendiceal diseases, underscoring the need for efficient resource allocation and specialised surgical services in tertiary centres.
Language: English
Subfield: Health Information Management
Field: Health Professions
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4414065204