Analysis of Accidental deaths in Female & its prevention : 2 yr study

Dr. Shashikant V. Dhoble; Dr. Shital S. Dhoble; Dr. Shailendra G. Dhawane

Volume : V, Issue : II, February - 2016

Analysis of Accidental deaths in Female & its prevention : 2 yr study

Dr. Shashikant V. Dhoble, Dr. Shital S. Dhoble, Dr. Shailendra G. Dhawane

Abstract :

 Background: As a result of urbanization, accidental deaths have been an increasing during the recent past years. Injuries and accidents are one of the most predictable issues that constitute a major social and economical burden amongst communities, particularly in developing countries like India. Accidental death constitutes the most common unnatural deaths in Human being. Objective: To investigate the socio-demographic profile, causes of Accidental death. Materials and Methods: It was a prospective study conducted in the Department of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology, Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College & Hospital, Sion, Mumbai during August 2012 to July 2014. A total of 300 cases were examined and recorded. Results: Most common victims belonged to age group of 21-30 years, Hindu, middle school educated housewives in middle class, from Mumbai region. Most of them were accidental burns. Conclusion: Most of the Accidental deaths are due to burns injuries