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HUMAN BITE INJURIES ON THE JOS PLATEAU
1Department of Surgery, Jos University Teaching Hospital, Jos, Nigeria.
Journal of the West African College of Surgeons
|March 28, 2017
Summary
Human bite injuries are common, particularly affecting young males from lower social classes in Nigeria. Most bites occurred during assaults, leading to significant morbidity including infections and disfigurement.
Area of Science:
- Traumatology
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Human bite injuries present a significant public health concern due to associated morbidity.
- Understanding the epidemiology and outcomes of these injuries is crucial for effective management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the epidemiological patterns of human bite injuries.
- To analyze the management strategies and treatment outcomes in Jos, Nigeria.
Main Methods:
- A prospective study was conducted at Jos University Teaching Hospital.
- Data was collected over a three-year period (January 2012 - December 2014).
- The study focused on the pattern, management, and outcomes of human bite injuries.
Main Results:
- Sixty-three patients were studied, with a 2:1 male to female ratio, predominantly in the 20-40 age group.
- Lower social classes and upper limb injuries were most common; 70% presented late (>24 hours).
- Morbidity was 57%, including infections (29%) and disfigurement (29%), with no mortality.
Conclusions:
- Human bites in this tropical setting disproportionately affect young males from lower socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Assaults and domestic disputes are the primary causes of these injuries.
- The findings highlight the need for targeted prevention and management strategies.
Keywords:
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