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Abstract：
Introduction Gout, a chronic inflammatory joint disease, is increasingly prevalent worldwide, mainly affecting men, young females, and post-menopausal women. This study aims to investigate gout epidemiology in Al-Baha, Saudi Arabia, addressing the dearth of localized data on prevalence, risk factors, and management practices. Methods A cross-sectional analysis was conducted at King Fahad Hospital, Al-Baha, Saudi Arabia, covering 116 patients from March 2016 to November 2017. Data encompassed demographics, clinical presentations, and biochemical markers relevant to gout. Results Among 116 patients, 41 (35.3%) were diagnosed with gout, with males exhibiting a significantly higher prevalence than females (43.9% vs. 24%). Significant associations were found between gout prevalence and residency, occupational status, education level, clinical presentations (podagra, arthralgia/arthritis), and biochemical markers. Conclusion This study enriches global knowledge by providing localized insights into gout\'s epidemiology and highlighting demographic influences and clinical presentations specific to the Saudi context. The findings underscore the importance of tailored approaches in gout management, considering regional variations in prevalence, risk factors, and clinical manifestations.
摘要：
简介痛风,慢性炎症性关节病,在世界范围内越来越普遍，主要影响男性，年轻女性,和绝经后的妇女。本研究旨在调查Al-Baha的痛风流行病学，沙特阿拉伯,解决缺乏本地流行数据的问题，危险因素，和管理实践。方法对法哈德国王医院进行横断面分析，Al-Baha,沙特阿拉伯,涵盖2016年3月至2017年11月的116例患者。数据包括人口统计，临床表现,和与痛风相关的生化标志物。结果116例患者中,41例（35.3%）被诊断为痛风，男性的患病率明显高于女性(43.9%vs.24%)。发现痛风患病率和居住权之间存在显着关联，职业状况,教育水平,临床表现(podagra，关节痛/关节炎)，和生化标记。结论本研究通过提供对痛风流行病学的局部见解并突出人口统计学影响和沙特特定背景的临床表现，丰富了全球知识。这些发现强调了定制方法在痛风管理中的重要性，考虑到患病率的区域差异，危险因素，和临床表现。
