Histopathological spectrum of infectious diseases in endoscopic mucosal biopsies of the gastrointestinal tract: A one-year study at a tertiary care hospital in Kerala

Abstract

: Gastrointestinal infections, caused due to various viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites, are a major global health concern, causing significant morbidity and mortality.: The present study was undertaken to study the histopathological spectrum of infectious diseases of the gastrointestinal tract detected from endoscopic mucosal biopsies at our tertiary care hospital, as well as review the available, relevant clinical details. : This retrospective study included biopsies over a period of 1 year (January 2022 to December 2022) in the Department of Pathology, VPS Lakeshore Hospital, Ernakulam, Kerala, India.: A total of 90 cases of infections of the GIT were included in the study, out of which 76 cases were bacterial, 10 cases were viral and 4 were due to other parasites. : While dealing with infections of the GIT, a thorough knowledge of the microscopic findings and supportive ancillary tests, alongwith clinical findings, aid in confirming the diagnosis and providing options for appropriate patient management.