Search / Trial NCT06615440

Management and Outcome of Scorpion Sting in Children

Launched by ASSIUT UNIVERSITY · Sep 24, 2024

Trial Information

Current as of December 21, 2024

Not yet recruiting

Keywords

ClinConnect Summary

Scorpion envenomation is a severe,sometimes fatal medical condition especially in children .Worldwide,there are more than 1.2 million scorpion stings each year,mostly in tropical and subtropical regions.Every year,more than 420,000 snake bite,scorpion sting and spider bite incidents occur in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).In the region of Assiut,in the South of Egypt,the annual incidence and mortality by scorpion stings has been reported to be 88 and 5.5 per 100,000 inhabitants.There are 1500 sub species of scorpions in the globe,and 50 of those have venom that is harmful to humans...

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • - All children under 18 years with definite history of scorpion sting
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • Children with no definite history of sting or more than 18 years

About Assiut University

Assiut University, a prominent academic institution located in Egypt, is dedicated to advancing medical research and clinical trials that enhance healthcare outcomes. With a strong emphasis on innovation and collaboration, the university engages in a wide array of clinical studies across various disciplines, aiming to contribute valuable insights into disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Assiut University's commitment to ethical research practices and rigorous scientific methodology ensures the integrity and reliability of its clinical trials, ultimately benefiting both the local community and the global medical landscape.

Locations

Assiut, , Egypt

People applied

Timeline

First submit

Trial launched

Trial updated

Estimated completion

Not reported

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