What About Cardiotoxicity? An Evaluation of Cardiac Markers in Children with Suicidal Attempt by Drug Overdose

Abstract

8 Suicide has increased worldwide in the last half century.1 Unfortunately, this condition is valid not only in adults but also in pediatric age groups. In some developed countries, suicide is one of the leading causes of death in children and adolescents.2-4 Various drugs including antipsychotics, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID), sedativehypnotic drugs, etc. which are used by parents and other family members are accessible for children. For that reason, one of the most common method in What About Cardiotoxicity? An Evaluation of Cardiac Markers in Children with Suicidal Attempt by Drug Overdose