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[Acute poisonings in children in Guadeloupe. 10 years' activity at a general pediatric service]
J P Arnaud1, J Nguyen, G Sibille
1Service de Pédiatrie, Hôpital Saint-Hyacinthe, Basse Terre, Guadeloupe.
Bulletin De La Societe De Pathologie Exotique Et De Ses Filiales
|January 1, 1987
Insights
This study analyzed ten years of intoxication cases in a tropical region. Findings will guide the development of targeted prevention programs for childhood poisonings and accidents.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Health
- Toxicology
- Pediatrics
Context:
- A decade of hospitalization data for intoxications was reviewed in a tropical country.
- Epidemiological factors specific to tropical environments were examined.
- Childhood intoxications and accidents represent a significant public health concern.
Purpose:
- To analyze the epidemiological characteristics of intoxication cases over ten years.
- To identify key risk factors for childhood intoxications and accidents in a tropical setting.
- To inform the development of targeted prevention strategies for child poisoning and injuries.
Summary:
- Review of ten-year hospitalization records for intoxication cases.
- Analysis focused on epidemiological patterns unique to a tropical environment.
- Data used to plan preventative measures against childhood intoxications and accidents.
Impact:
- Provides crucial epidemiological data for public health planning in tropical regions.
- Aims to reduce the incidence of childhood poisonings and accidents.
- Informs targeted interventions for preventing pediatric intoxications and related injuries.
Abstract:
The authors have studied all the files concerning intoxications admitted in their department throughout ten years. They stress on the epidemiologic aspects particular to this tropical country, in order to plan a program for preventing children intoxications and accidents.