Understanding Dog Bite Management in Rural Patna
Author Information
Author(s): Muacevic Alexander, Adler John R, Amit Kumar, Sinha Shivani, Choudhary Sanjay Kumar, Kumar Sanjay, Moidu Muhsin
Primary Institution: Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Patna, IND
Hypothesis
What is the knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding dog bites and their management among rural residents in Patna?
Conclusion
The study found a significant knowledge gap in dog bite management among rural residents in Patna, highlighting the need for educational interventions.
Supporting Evidence
- 56.4% of participants were aged 18-40 years.
- 67.6% of participants were illiterate.
- 30.9% of participants were farmers or laborers.
- Significant differences in knowledge about rabies were found among different age groups.
- Awareness of rabies treatment was low despite high incidence of dog bites.
Takeaway
Many people in rural Patna don't know how to properly handle dog bites, which can lead to serious health issues like rabies. Teaching them the right steps can help keep them safe.
Methodology
A field-based cross-sectional study was conducted with patients attending the outpatient department at the Rural Health Training Centre over six months.
Potential Biases
Potential recall bias and response bias due to self-reporting.
Limitations
The study's cross-sectional design limits causal inference, and reliance on self-reported data may introduce bias.
Participant Demographics
Participants were predominantly male (76.7%), aged 18-40 years (56.4%), with a high illiteracy rate (67.6%) and most belonging to the upper middle class (53.9%).
Statistical Information
P-Value
p=0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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