Household cleaning product-related injuries treated in US emergency departments in 1990-2006.

TitleHousehold cleaning product-related injuries treated in US emergency departments in 1990-2006.
Publication TypeJournal Article
Year of Publication2010
AuthorsMcKenzie LB, Ahir N, Stolz U, Nelson NG
JournalPediatrics
Volume126
Issue3
Pagination509-16
Date Published2010 Sep
ISSN Number1098-4275
KeywordsChild, Preschool, Emergencies, Emergency Service, Hospital, Female, Household Products, Humans, Infant, Male, Time Factors, United States
Abstract

OBJECTIVE: The goal was to examine comprehensively the patterns and trends of household cleaning product-related injuries among children treated in US emergency departments.

METHODS: Through use of the National Electronic Injury Surveillance System database, cases of unintentional, nonfatal, household cleaning product-related injuries were selected by using product codes for drain cleaners, ammonia, metal polishes/tarnish removers, turpentine, dishwasher detergents, acids, swimming pool chemicals, oven cleaners, pine oil cleaners/disinfectants, laundry soaps/detergents, toilet bowl products, abrasive cleaners, general-purpose household cleaners, noncosmetic bleaches, windshield wiper fluids, caustic agents, lye, wallpaper cleaners, room deodorizers/fresheners, spot removers, and dishwashing liquids. Products were categorized according to major toxic ingredients, mode of action, and exposure.

RESULTS: An estimated 267 269 children

CONCLUSION: Although national rates of household cleaning product-related injuries in children decreased significantly over time, the number of injuries remains high.

DOI10.1542/peds.2009-3392
Alternate JournalPediatrics
PubMed ID20679298