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Randy Adiwinata¹, Erni J Nelwan

¹Faculty of Medicine, Atmajaya Catholic University, Jakarta, Indonesia.

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Snakebite is a significant health issue in Indonesia, a major agricultural nation. Effective first aid and patient management are crucial for reducing snakebite deaths and illness.

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Area of Science:

Tropical Medicine
Public Health
Toxicology

Background:

Indonesia faces a high burden of snakebite cases due to its tropical and agricultural nature.
Snakebite envenoming is recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) as a neglected tropical disease.
Clinical outcomes of snakebite vary widely based on venom type, from mild symptoms to life-threatening conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

To highlight the significant public health challenge posed by snakebite in Indonesia.
To emphasize the need for improved snakebite management strategies.
To underscore the importance of appropriate first aid and comprehensive care in mitigating snakebite's impact.

Main Methods:

Review of existing literature on snakebite epidemiology in Indonesia.
Analysis of clinical presentations and outcomes associated with various snake venoms.
Assessment of current first aid and medical management practices.

Main Results:

Snakebite represents a substantial health burden in Indonesia, impacting tropical and agricultural communities.
The diversity of snake venoms contributes to a wide spectrum of clinical manifestations.
Inadequate first aid and delayed comprehensive management exacerbate morbidity and mortality.

Conclusions:

Urgent implementation of standardized first aid protocols is necessary.
Comprehensive management strategies, including prompt medical intervention, are essential for reducing snakebite-related mortality and morbidity in Indonesia.
Further research and public health initiatives are needed to address this neglected tropical disease.