Objectives: To study the clinical aspects and frequency of scorpion stings in Riyadh region of Saudi Arabia.
Methods: Clinical aspects and frequency of scorpion sting cases reporting to 2 referral hospitals in the Riyadh region of Saudi Arabia were analyzed during May 2006 to April 2008. Data on demographic status, date and time of sting, sting site, scorpion color, clinical manifestations, and treatment were collected.