Preliminary survey for pesticide poisoning in Pakistan
2000
Bunggush, R.A. (Peshawar Univ. (Pakistan). Dept. of Environmental Planning and Management) | Anwar, T.
Pesticide poisoning cases were reviewed in 72 medical centers: District Hospitals (30) and Basic Health Units (42) throughout the country. Total 408 poisoning cases were recorded. Of these 165 (40.4%) were accidents and 243 (59.6%) were suicidal. The total number of deaths due to suicidal poisoning was found to be 63 (26%) from 243 suicidal attempts. Whereas, survival rate was hundred percent in accidental poisoning cases. Major cause, of accidental/intentional (suicidal) have been identified and factors contributing occupation related acute pesticide poisoning are discussed in detailed.
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