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• TITLE: Contribution to the Study of Irritable Bowel Syndrome in Medical Students at the University of Parakou in Republic of Benin

  AUTHORS: Khadidjatou Saké, Aboudou Raimi Kpossou, Adébayo Cossi Alassani, Doriane Berline Magatsing Nzekou, Serge Ade, Angelo Cossi Attinsounon, Comlan Albert Dovonou, Stéphane Kofi-Mensa Savi de Tovè, Jean Sehonou

  KEYWORDS: Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Medical Students, Parakou, Republic of Benin

  JOURNAL NAME: Open Journal of Gastroenterology, Vol.13 No.7, July 24, 2023

  ABSTRACT: Introduction: Irritable bowel syndrome is the most common functional gastrointestinal disorder. The objective of this work is to contribute to improving the medical follow-up of medical students at the University of Parakou through a study of irritable bowel syndrome. Study Methods: This was a descriptive and analytical cross-sectional study with prospective data collection. Data were collected from medical students from May 2018 to July 2018 using a pre-established questionnaire. Sampling was probabilistic using a two-stage survey. The diagnostic tools were: Rome IV criteria, Bristol scale and HAD (hospital anxiety and depression) scale. Data analysis was performed using Epi Info 7.1.3.14 software. CDC. Results: Thirty-two (7.55%) of the 424 students included had irritable bowel syndrome. Out of the 32 students with IBS, 24 (75%) were female. Their average age was 21.38 ± 2.39 years. For 24 students (75%), the symptoms occurred at the same time as exam preparation or the intense course period. Of the 32 students with IBS, 1 (3.12%) was regularly physically active. In this series, 8 students (28%) consulted a doctor for their symptoms. The factors associated with this syndrome were female sex (p = 0.022), sleep disorders (p = 0.008) and the presence of a doubtful depression (p = 0.021). Absenteeism due to irritable bowel syndrome was noted in 18 (56.25%) students. Conclusion: Irritable bowel syndrome is a common condition among medical students in Parakou. Support for better management of psychological disorders could improve the quality of life of these students.