| Title | Household cleaning product-related injuries treated in US emergency departments in 1990-2006. |
| Publication Type | Journal Article |
| Year of Publication | 2010 |
| Authors | McKenzie LB, Ahir N, Stolz U, Nelson NG |
| Journal | Pediatrics |
| Volume | 126 |
| Issue | 3 |
| Pagination | 509-16 |
| Date Published | 2010 Sep |
| ISSN Number | 1098-4275 |
| Keywords | Child, 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. |
| DOI | 10.1542/peds.2009-3392 |
| Alternate Journal | Pediatrics |
| PubMed ID | 20679298 |
