สถานการณ์การระบาดของพิษเมทานอลในประเทศไทย พ.ศ. 2567: ในมุมมองด้านการกลับ เข้าทำงานของผู้ป่วยจากการได้รับพิษจากสุราปลอม

Nuttapong Sahakijpijarn; Kitipong Banomyong; Sornwit Osothsinlp; Ploypailin Rattanasunya

Authors

Nuttapong Sahakijpijarn Institute of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Nopparat Rajathanee Hospital
Kitipong Banomyong Institute of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Nopparat Rajathanee Hospital
Sornwit Osothsinlp Institute of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Nopparat Rajathanee Hospital
Ploypailin Rattanasunya Institute of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Nopparat Rajathanee Hospital

Keywords:

methanol poisoning outbreak, return to work, methanol poisoning, counterfeit alcohol

Abstract

Objective: To explore the factors influencing the return-to-work ability of patients diagnosed with methanol poisoning who received treatment at Nopparat Rajathanee Hospital. Methods: This study included patients diagnosed with methanol poisoning, focusing on health conditions, occupational characteristics, long-term complications, and return-to-work status after treatment. Data was collected through medical record reviews and patient interviews conducted within 6months after hospital discharge and were analyzed using descriptive methods. Results: Most patients were employed in skilled labor and service occupations, with education levels no higher than high school. Those with neurological or visual complications were unable to return to work without job modification, while patients with both complications had the lowest likelihood of returning to work. Key supportive factors included assistance from employers and colleagues, whereas barriers included a lack of alternative work skills and low motivation, particularly among older individuals. Conclusion: This study highlights the importance of developing structured work capacity assessment systems for patients diagnosed with methanol poisoning. It also underscores the critical role of employer-supported job modifications and access to labor-related benefits in facilitating successful return to work and rehabilitation.

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