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[ATTEMPTED SUICIDE BY SELF-IMMOLATION IN TUNISIA: 11 YEARS AFTER THE REVOLUTION]
I Rjeibi1,2, A Mokline, H Fredj1,3
1Université de Tunis El Manar, Faculté de Médecine de Tunis, Tunisie.
Annals of Burns and Fire Disasters
|October 1, 2024
Summary
Self-immolation causes frequent, severe burns in Tunisia, with a high mortality rate of 57.2%. This study details the epidemiological and clinical factors of these devastating burn injuries.
Area of Science:
- Burn research
- Public health
- Epidemiology
Context:
- Self-immolation is a significant cause of severe burns, particularly in Tunisia.
- The revolution in Tunisia has seen an increase in self-immolation incidents.
- These incidents carry substantial individual and societal costs.
Purpose:
- To analyze the epidemiological, clinical, and evolutionary characteristics of self-immolation burn cases.
- To investigate the patient demographics, socioeconomic factors, and psychiatric history associated with self-immolation.
- To assess the treatment outcomes and mortality rates for self-immolation burn victims.
Summary:
- This retrospective study analyzed 755 self-immolation burn patients over 10 years in Tunis.
- Key findings include a mean age of 33.38 years, male predominance (4.5:1), and significant psychiatric history (33%).
- High total body surface area (TBSA) burns (41.48%), deep burns (66.2%), facial involvement (90%), and a high mortality rate (57.2%) were observed.
Impact:
- Findings highlight the critical need for targeted public health interventions and mental health support in Tunisia.
- Understanding these characteristics can inform burn care strategies and resource allocation.
- This research underscores the severe consequences of self-immolation and its impact on healthcare systems.
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