Epidemiology and fatal outcomes of snakebite in the union territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical Science and Public Health - Year 2017, Vol 6, Issue 7
Abstract
Background: Snakebite is one of the most neglected public health issues in the tropical and subtropical countries; India, being one of them. It is a medical emergency requiring immediate medical attention issues in poor tribal communities living in the forest area. Objectives: The indigenous factors of any geographical region are unique, and it contributes to the incidence of the snakebite and the outcome. It is necessary to consider the indigenous factors in the preventive and curative policies. The study was conducted to understand the epidemiological, geographical, and demographical aspect of snakebite in the union territory (UT) of Dadra and Nagar Haveli. Materials and Methods: Information concerning incident of venomous snakebite on weekly basis from all government health-care providers as presumptive surveillance. Furthermore, the victim’s demographic information, age, sex, addresses, biting site, and the outcome of the snakebite victims were recorded through Integrated Hospital Management System. Result: The crude incidence rate of snakebites was 21.65/10000, and annual age-standardized mortality rates per 100,000 were 1.1. The males were outnumbered on females. The male and female ratio was observed 1.4:1. Conclusion: The fatal outcomes of snakebite can be reduced in high risk area with implementation of a systematic behaviors change communication and mobilization of victims to the hospital, along with prompt administration of anti-snake venom serum.
Authors and Affiliations
Vikram Khan, Zala D B, Kakadiya M, Das V K
Keywords
Related Articles
- EP ID EP317629
- DOI 10.5455/ijmsph.2017.1058801052017
- Views 80
- Downloads 0
Comparative study of laparoscopic hysterectomy versus vaginal hysterectomy
Background: Hysterectomy is the most common performed major abdominal surgery among gynaecologic surgeons and the decision is generally based on indications for surgery, surgeon’s training and preference, uterine...
A comparative evaluation of per rectal diclofenac sodium and paracetamol for postoperative analgesia in case of hydrocephalus
Background: Hydrocephalus is one of the most painful conditions, especially in pediatric population. Analgesia after neurosurgery requires good communication and close cooperation between members of the perioperative...
A study of the prevalence of overweight, obesity, and their associations with socioeconomic status among young men residing in a rural area, Kancheepuram District, Tamil Nadu, India
Background: Non-communicable diseases such as diabetes and hypertension are increasing worldwide. Overweight and obesity may be assessed using internationally accepted criteria developed by the World Health Organization...
Comparative study of hemodynamic profile in intraoperative period and side effects of epidural ropivacaine with clonidine and dexmedetomidine for lower limb surgeries
Background: Epidural anesthesia gained great popularity by virtue of its distinct advantages over spinal anesthesia, such as provision of extended anesthesia in prolonged surgeries; early ambulation of patients, whic...
An analytical study of number, position, size and direction of nutrient foramina of femur
Background: Bones are structures that adapt to their mechanical environment and from a fetal age also adapt to the presence of naturally occurring holes called as nutrient foramina, which are narrow tunnels that c...