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
Dans Anglais
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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)
Texte intégral:
Disponible
Indice:
LILAS (Amériques)
Sujet Principal:
Intoxication
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Morsures et piqûres
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Sérums antivenimeux
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Agents neurotoxiques
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Serpents corail
Limites du sujet:
Animaux
Pays comme sujet:
Amérique du Sud
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Colombie
langue:
Anglais
Texte intégral:
J. venom. anim. toxins incl. trop. dis
Année:
2017
Type:
Article
Institution/Pays d'affiliation:
Universidad Icesi/CO
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Universidad del Valle/CO
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