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Area of Science:

  • Toxicology
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Dermatology

Background:

  • Animal and insect bites and stings are common occurrences presenting to healthcare facilities.
  • Understanding the epidemiology of these injuries is crucial for public health and clinical management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the types and frequencies of animal and insect bites and stings managed in a clinical setting.
  • To identify the most prevalent causes of such injuries and any associated adverse reactions.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of patient records for bite or sting incidents.
  • Categorization of injuries by causative agent (insect, dog, spider, aquatic animals, etc.).
  • Documentation of the number of cases managed for each category.

Main Results:

  • A total of 426 bite or sting incidents were managed.
  • Insects were responsible for the majority of cases, with 312 (73%) incidents.
  • Dog and spider bites were the most common among the remaining 114 cases; five cases involved toxicity from aquatic stings or adverse reactions to bee stings.

Conclusions:

  • Insect-related injuries represent a significant burden in emergency or clinical management.
  • Canine and arachnid bites are notable secondary causes.
  • Vigilance for severe reactions, including toxicity from marine life and hymenoptera stings, is warranted.