Epidemiological analysis on dead cases in pre-hospital first aid in Wenzhou City

[Objective] To analyze the characteristics and patterns of dead cases in pre-hospital first aid in Wenzhou City,in order to provide a reference for improving the level of first aid and reducing the incidences of pre-hospital death.[Methods] Death cases which occurred in pre-hospital first aid by calling "120" from January to December 2010 in Wenzhou City were analyzed and summarized retrospectively.[Results] The mortality rate in pre-hospital first aid was 1.58%,with the ratio of male to female being 2.73∶1.The mortality rate was the highest among the 30-39 age group.The major causes of pre-hospital death were sudden death,trauma,cardiovascular and cerebrovascular disease.The highest-risk time for pre-hospital death is 6∶00-8∶00 am every day.Compared with the Spring and Autumn quarters,the number of pre-hospital deaths were larger than in summer and winter quarters.[Conclusion] In consideration of the characteristics of pre-hospital death cases,medical staff should enhance their training levels,allocate medical resources rationally and implement publicity for high risk population,thus reducing the incidence of pre-hospital death.