A PROSPECTIVE OBSERVATIONAL STUDY ON THE ETIOLOGY, CLINICAL, BIOLOGICAL, CLASSIFICATION AND THERAPEUTIC PROFILE OF PATIENTS PRESENTING WITH EDEMATOUS AND TUMEFACTIVE CONDITIONS IN A TERTIARY CARE TEACHING HOSPITAL

Dr. Noona Charitha*, K. Naga Jyothi, D. Girija, J. Pavani, K. Manish

Edematous and tumefactive conditions represent a wide spectrum of clinical presentations ranging from simple fluid accumulation to complex inflammatory and mass-like lesions. The aim of this study was to evaluate the etiology, classification, clinical features, and therapeutic management of such conditions in a tertiary care hospital. A prospective observational study was conducted over six months with 120 patients. Data were collected using patient interviews and clinical records, including laboratory and imaging findings. The results showed that the highest prevalence was observed in the 31–40 years age group, with a slight male predominance. Antibiotics and supportive therapies were the most frequently used treatments, followed by anti- inflammatory agents and diuretics. Non-pharmacological interventions such as dietary modifications and fluid management were also widely implemented. The study highlights the importance of accurate diagnosis and a multidisciplinary approach in the management of edematous and tumefactive conditions. Proper classification and rational therapy significantly improve patient outcomes in tertiary care settings.