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Spider bite envenomation in Al Baha Region, Saudi Arabia
Annals of Saudi Medicine
|March 6, 2007
Summary
Spider bite envenomation in Saudi Arabia presents with diverse clinical features, including severe local reactions and systemic effects like pulmonary edema. Early consideration in differential diagnosis is crucial for effective management.
Area of Science:
- Toxicology
- Clinical Medicine
- Dermatology
Background:
- Spider bite envenomation is a significant medical concern.
- Limited published data exists on spider bites in Saudi Arabia.
Purpose of the Study:
- To document the clinical manifestations of spider bite envenomation.
- To raise awareness of this condition in the region.
Main Methods:
- A retrospective review of 10 hospitalized patients diagnosed with spider bites.
- Data collected over a 9-year period (1988-1997) at King Fahad Hospital, Al Baha.
Main Results:
- One patient experienced severe local effects requiring surgical intervention.
- 90% of bites were from black widow spiders, with 77.8% developing systemic envenomation.
- Systemic symptoms included pulmonary edema, myocardial dysfunction, and neurological effects.
Conclusions:
- Spider bite envenomation can mimic acute surgical abdomen and myocardial infarction.
- Prompt diagnosis and management are essential for favorable outcomes.
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