A Study of Poisoning Cases at Harsha Hospital Nelamangala, Bangalore Rural

Acute poisoning with various substance is common everywhere. The earlier initial resuscitations, gastric decontamination and use of specific antidotes, better the outcome. The aim of this study was to characterize the poisoning cases admitted to the Harsha Hospital, Nelamangala, Bangalore rural. The cases admitted to the emergency department of Harsha Hospital during the period of 3 years and 3 months (1st January 2009 to 31st March 2012) were evaluated retrospectively. We reviewed data obtained from the hospital medical records. This study highlighted the need to establish a poison information center for the better management and prevention of poisoning cases.