Epidemiology of Poisoning and Perception towards Poison Management Guidelines in Pediatricians of a Rural Children's Hospital in India
Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Pharmacy (IOSRPHR) - Year 2014, Vol 4, Issue 8
Abstract
The current epidemiological survey study of six months was designed to evaluate the poisoning histories; and to develop standard treatment guidelines for the treatment of poisoning and also to evaluate the epidemiology of poisoning and perception of pediatrician towards poison management guidelines. In our study poison cases observed commonly were scorpion sting (42.31%), kerosene (8.46%), unknown bite (7.69%), snake bite (6.15%), organophosphorus compounds (4.16%), pyrethronoid, head louse, vasmol, food poisoning (3.85%), turpentine oil (2.30%), transfluthrin (1.54%). Childhood poisoning is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality in pediatric patients. In conclusion, the rural district hospital which caters the healthcare needs of majority of the population in a wide geographical area, the number of reported cases of poisoning was fairly low for a period of 18 months. Higher awareness is required to prevent poisoning and to seek medical care. Poisoning incidences were high in the age group of 1-11 years compared to adults. Perception of pediatrician towards the poison management guidelines was very welcoming. It was found to be applicable, relevant, satisfactory, and complimentary to their real practice.
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