Epidemiological Evaluation of Poisoning in Children Hospitalized at Razi & Shahid Fahmideh; Kermanshah (2002-3)

Abstract

Introduction: Poisoning is one of the most common medical emergencies especially in children. It leads to hospitalization,and is the most important reason of mortality in children. It is much more common in younger children . studies have shown that approximately 80% of the patients younger than 6 years old. This study is conducted to evaluate poisoning in children hospitalized in Razi & Shahid Fahmideh hospitals.