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Archives   2006

Myanmar   Health   Sciences   Research   Journal

Volume   18,  Number   1

TITLE:   Sea snakebites in Myanmar: epidemiology and treatment seeking behaviour.
AUTHOR:   Tun Pe; Aye Aye Myint; Sann Mya; Maung Maung Toe
SOURCE:   Myanmar Health Sciences Research Journal. 2006; 18(1): 1-5
ABSTRACT:   Although sea snake bite occurs among fishermen in Myanmar, the incidence has not been documented. In order to determine the incidence, case fatality and treatment seeking behaviour of the victims, a community based study was conducted in three fishing communities namely Letkokekone (LKK) (Yangon Division), Kyaikkami (KKM) (Mon State) and DaedAye Pyarpone-Bogalay (DPB) (Ayeyawady Division). A house-to-house visit was conducted and the victims were asked structured questionnaires. The cumulative incidence of sea snake bite for 4 years (1999-2002) in LKK was 318/100000, in KKM was 75/100000 and for 5 years (1999-2003) in DPB was 118.9/100000. Case fatality rate ranged from 8.5 to 20.2%. The mean age of the victims was 35.64 years (age range 10 - 87 yr). Majority of them were fishermen, being bitten during day time on legs (LKK), hands (KKM) and on both hands and legs (DPB) while engaged in fishing activity. Majority sought treatment with local healers (LKK and KKM) and home remedy (DPB). Hospital treatment was sought in less than 10% of the cases and incidence based on hospital data was underestimated. None of them used prophylaxis against snakebite. Wound incision and local application or ingestion of herbs were widely practiced among the victims. Health education on the use of prophylaxis at work and correct first aid should be promoted. Practice on harmful unscientific wound treatment and local and home remedy should be discouraged.
SUBJECT HEADINGS:   Snake Bites. Patient Acceptance of Health Care.
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