DOI: 10.36347/sjams.2019.v07i03.044

Pages: 1083-1087

Background: Acute poisoning is an important medical emergency and common cause of mortality in India. Organophosphorus poisoning and snake bites are important causes of mortality. To plan preventive & treatment measures against acute poisoning, clinical & epidemiological studies are necessary. Aim: To understand clinical & epidemiological profile of acute poisoning among patients admitted in hospital. Material & Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted in Medicine wards for the period of two years. Total 150 subjects were included in study. Results: The peak incidence of was between 21 to 30 years of age (38.66%) and declined with increase in age. Percentage of acute poisoning was more common in males (59.33%). Bites & stings was most common (34.66%).Early hospitalization of exposure to poison was seen in maximum number (63%) of cases five deaths were recorded. Respiratory & renal complications were common reasons for deaths. Conclusion: Stress, male gender, lower socioeconomic status & occupation are common reasons for acute poisoning. First aid and early hospitalization with prompt and effective treatment reduces occurrence of complications & hospital stay.