A Medico legal Inquiry into the Prevalence of Poisoning cases in a Rural Area of Bangladesh

Abstract

Background: Poisoning is a prevalent global public health issue. All around the world, acute poisoning from different substances is prevalent. The sooner gastrointestinal decontamination, specific antidotes, and first resuscitations are performed, the better the result. A comprehensive analysis of the risk variables contributes to a reduction in both incidence and mortality. Objective: The purpose of this study was to determine the prevalence and trends of poisoning in Manikganj, as well as the various facets of poisoning, demographic trends, social factors, and other relevant perimeters, as well as strategies to stop the loss of valuable life due to poisoning. Methodology: This retrospective cross-sectional study was conducted at the district hospital in Manikganj, Bangladesh, between January 2019 and December 2020. Results: There were 381 medico legal post mortems performed during this study period. Of them, 111 cases were due to poisoning. Among the poisoning cases discovered, OPC was the most common agent 83, (74.77%), followed by snake bite 12, (10.81%), diazepam 07(6.30%), and methyl alcohol 05, (4.50%). Majorities were male 61, (54.95%) and maximum deaths were observed between ages 21-30 years 39, (35.13%). People of different occupations were involved in poisoning maximum of them were farmers 39, (35.13%) followed by housewives 29, (26.12%). Conclusion: Appropriate attention should be paid to the safe use of pesticides and raise public awareness of toxic substances in order to lower the number of poisoning incidents. In this nation, a thorough investigation of poisoning-related deaths is necessary.