Envenomation by the red-tailed coral snake (Micrurus mipartitus) in Colombia
J. venom. anim. toxins incl. trop. dis
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23: 9, 2017. tab, ilus
Article
in English
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| ID: biblio-954841
ABSTRACT
Background Although the red-tailed coral snake (Micrurus mipartitus) is widely distributed in Colombia and its venom is highly neurotoxic and life threatening, envenomation by this species is rare. Therefore, this report may shed some light on the clinical presentation of M. mipartitus bites. Case presentations Herein, we describe two cases of patients bitten by red-tailed coral snakes, illustrating the clinical presentation of the victims, the outcomes and treatment provided. Conclusion Envenomation caused by M. mipartitus provokes predicable neurotoxicity, and its treatment should be based on respiratory support and use of specific antivenom.(AU)
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Main subject:
Poisoning
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Bites and Stings
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Antivenins
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Nerve Agents
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Coral Snakes
Limits:
Animals
Country/Region as subject:
South America
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Colombia
Language:
English
Journal:
J. venom. anim. toxins incl. trop. dis
Year:
2017
Type:
Article
Institution/Affiliation country:
Universidad Icesi/CO
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Universidad del Valle/CO
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