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A clinical and epidemiological study on spider bites in Turkey
Yildirim Cesaretli1, Ozcan Ozkan
1Refik Saydam Public Health Agency, 06100 Ankara, Turkey.
Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Medicine
|July 21, 2011
Summary
This study analyzed 82 spider bite cases reported to the National Poison Information Center (NPIC) from 1995-2004. Findings highlight the presence of medically significant spiders in Turkey, necessitating hospital admission for all patients, especially children.
Area of Science:
- Toxicology
- Epidemiology
- Clinical Medicine
Background:
- Spider bites pose a public health concern, with varying clinical presentations.
- Understanding the epidemiology and symptomatology of spider bites is crucial for effective management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To classify and characterize spider bites reported to the National Poison Information Center (NPIC) between 1995 and 2004.
- To analyze the epidemiology and clinical features of these cases.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of patient records from the NPIC.
- Data collected included demographics, bite circumstances, and local/systemic effects.
Main Results:
- 82 spider bite cases were reported, predominantly in August, with the 20-29 age group most affected.
- Local symptoms (pain, edema, redness) occurred in 60.87%, while systemic symptoms (nausea, vomiting, dyspnea) were also observed.
- Cases were concentrated in Central Anatolia, Marmara, Mediterranean, and Black Sea regions of Turkey.
Conclusions:
- The study confirms the presence of medically important spider species in Turkey.
- Hospital admission is recommended for all spider bite victims, particularly pediatric cases.
- Identifying spider species is vital for assessing incidence and risk.
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