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Acute myocardial infarction complicating snake bite.

Monika Maheshwari1, S R Mittal

  • 1Cardiology Department, JLN Medical College, Ajmer, Rajasthan.

The Journal of the Association of Physicians of India
|January 7, 2005
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A viper snake bite triggered acute myocardial infarction in a patient. This case report explores potential biological mechanisms behind this cardiac event.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Toxicology
  • Herpetology

Background:

  • Snakebite envenomation is a significant global health issue, particularly in regions with high viper populations.
  • Viperidae family snakes are known for potent hemotoxic and cytotoxic venom components.
  • Cardiac complications following envenomation are rare but can be severe.

Observation:

  • A patient presented with symptoms consistent with acute myocardial infarction (heart attack).
  • The myocardial infarction occurred shortly after a confirmed viper snake bite.
  • Clinical examination and diagnostic tests confirmed the diagnosis of acute myocardial infarction.

Findings:

  • The case highlights a direct link between viper envenomation and acute myocardial infarction.
  • Discussion of potential pathophysiological mechanisms, including venom-induced coagulopathy, direct cardiotoxicity, and vasospasm.

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  • Analysis of how venom components may precipitate ischemic cardiac events.

    • Implications:

    • This case underscores the importance of considering cardiac complications in patients with viper snake bites.
    • Highlights the need for further research into the cardiovascular effects of viper venom.
    • Informs clinical management protocols for snakebite victims, emphasizing cardiac monitoring.