Ann Med. 2026 Dec;58(1):2696600. doi: 10.1080/07853890.2026.2696600. Epub 2026 Jul 5.
ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND: To determine the circumstances of acute poisoning cases at the Poison Control Center (2021-2024) and analyze their risk factors.
METHODS: We retrospectively analyzed the demographic characteristics, clinical features, and prognosis of patients with acute poisoning at the Poison Control Center.
RESULTS: This study included 10,402 cases comprising drug poisoning (5,074), alcohol poisoning (2,316), carbon monoxide poisoning (1,803), pesticide poisoning (882), and chemical poisoning (327). The age group with the highest incidence of poisoning was 21-40 years old (37.94%, p < 0.01). Women have a higher proportion of drug poisoning (72.59%, p < 0.01), while men have a higher proportion of alcohol poisoning (74.31%, p < 01). Patients with pesticide poisoning were predominantly educated to the middle school level or below (73.02%, p < 0.01), whereas those with alcohol poisoning were mainly educated to the high school level or above (73.88%, p < 0.01). Carbon monoxide and pesticide poisoning occur primarily in rural areas. Poisoning incidents at home accounted for 74.32%, alcohol poisoning frequently occurred in entertainment venues (60.58%, p < 0.01). Carbon monoxide poisoning is more common in January and December, whereas drug poisoning has a higher incidence throughout the year. Carbon monoxide, chemical and alcohol poisoning were predominantly accidental, whereas drug and pesticide poisoning were mainly intentional. Gastric lavage dominated pestic ide poisoning; Antidotes prevailed in alcohol poisoning.The overall mortality rate was 1.56 %, highest for pesticide poisoning (8.28%, p < 0.01).
CONCLUSION: Different types of poisoning have distinct sociodemographic characteristics, that should be considered when developing prevention and treatment policies. Personalized treatment plans should be tailored to different poisonings.
PMID:42402047 | DOI:10.1080/07853890.2026.2696600
