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Nonfatal choking-related episodes among children--United States, 2001

    MMWR. Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report
    |November 20, 2002
    PubMed

    Insights

    Choking is a significant risk for children, with over 17,000 treated in emergency departments in 2001. Candy, gum, and coins were common culprits, highlighting the need for parental awareness and prevention strategies.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatrics
    • Public Health
    • Emergency Medicine

    Background:

    • Choking hazards from food and nonfood items pose a significant risk to children.
    • In 2000, 160 children under 14 died from foreign body airway obstruction, with nonfood items causing 59% of these fatalities.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze nonfatal choking-related episodes in children treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments (EDs) in 2001.
    • To identify common food and nonfood substances involved in pediatric choking incidents.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized data from the National Electronic Injury Surveillance System-All Injury Program (NEISS-AIP).
    • Analyzed emergency department visits for children aged 14 years and younger for choking-related episodes in 2001.

    Main Results:

    • An estimated 17,537 children were treated in EDs for choking-related episodes in 2001.
    • Candy/gum (19.0%) and coins (12.7%) were the most frequent causes of nonfatal choking episodes.

    Conclusions:

    • Parents and caregivers need awareness of common choking hazards for children.
    • Education on risk reduction and first aid for choking is crucial for child safety.

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