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Severe sequelae after stonefish envenomation.

G F Dall1, K L Barclay, D Knight

  • 1Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, 51 Little France Crescent, Edinburgh, EH16 4SA, Scotland, UK.

The Surgeon : Journal of the Royal Colleges of Surgeons of Edinburgh and Ireland
|December 13, 2006
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Stonefish stings in the South Pacific are becoming more common. This case highlights severe local tissue damage, a previously undescribed outcome of stonefish envenomation.

Area of Science:

  • Marine Biology
  • Toxicology
  • Dermatology

Background:

  • Increasing tourism in the South Pacific brings more people into contact with marine wildlife.
  • Stonefish are venomous marine animals found in the shallow waters of the Indo-Pacific region.
  • Stonefish envenomation is known to cause neuromuscular and cardiovascular issues.

Observation:

  • A case of stonefish injury is presented.
  • The patient experienced severe localized tissue necrosis at the injection site.
  • This represents a previously undescribed sequela of stonefish envenomation.

Findings:

  • The study details a severe case of localized tissue necrosis following stonefish envenomation.
  • This contrasts with previously reported systemic effects like neuromuscular and cardiovascular complications.

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  • The findings emphasize the potential for significant local tissue damage.

    • Implications:

    • Highlights the need for increased awareness of stonefish sting risks among tourists and healthcare providers in the South Pacific.
    • Suggests that stonefish envenomation can lead to severe local tissue damage beyond systemic effects.
    • Underscores the importance of prompt and appropriate medical management for stonefish injuries to mitigate tissue necrosis.