Journal of Indian Academy of Forensic Medicine

Poisoning is one of the commonest method employed for committing suicide, especially in developing countries like India. In this retrospective study, a total of 139 organophosphorus poisoning cases autopsied at district hospital, Tumkur, Karnataka, were analyzed during the period from January 2013 to December 2014. Male predominance was noted accounting for 74.8% of total cases compared to females.25.18% cases. Most common age group involved was 21–30 years (44 cases) followed by 31–40 years (34 cases). Suicide was the commonest manner of death in majority of cases. People involved in agriculture related occupation must be educated regarding the usage of insecticides. Healthcare facilities should be upgraded to reduce the mortality due to poisoning.