| Literature DB >> 2103925 |
A K Sarker1, S Ghosh, K Barik.
Abstract
134 cases of accidental poisoning in children have been reported, children belonging to the age group of 1-3 years are the main victims. Kerosene has been noted as the single most important cause of poisoning. Mortality was fortunately low amounting to 5.2% of all cases.Entities:
Keywords: Accidental Deaths; Asia; Child Health; Data Collection; Demographic Factors; Developing Countries; Health; India; Ingredients And Chemicals; Mortality; Population; Population Dynamics; Research Methodology; Southern Asia; Summary Report
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Year: 1990 PMID: 2103925
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Indian J Public Health ISSN: 0019-557X