بررسي اپيدميولوژيك و عوامل زمينه ساز عقرب گزيدگي در جنوب استان كرمان

Epidemiologic characteristic and predisposing factors of scorpion sting in the south of Kerman province

Background: Scorpion sting is a public health problem in various areas of the world. According to the climates, our country has a lot of scorpion species, especially dangerous kinds of them. South of Kerman province is one of the regions whit highest prevalence of Scorpion sting. So study of epidemiologic and predisposing factors study of scorpion sting in this region seems to be essential. Methods: This study was a prospective case series conducted from 2003-2006. All cases of Scorpion sting have been referred to hospital in Kahnuj city. After examination and treatment. Thery were entered to the study for evaluation of epidemiologic characteristics and predisposing factors. Statistically analysis performed using SPSS version 15 software. Chi-square test was used to compare categorical variables. Results: Totally 301 cases of scorpion stings referred to the hospital. Most scorpions bitinys happens between (24 to 6.00 hours) in early morning and mostly in hauds and feet. 50% of victims slept outdoors and 20% had garbage around of their homes. There were only 2 deaths due to scorpion sting. Conclusion: It seems some that precationary measures, such as repair of buildings, self control and sleeping indoors, can decrease incidence of scorpion stings.