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Area of Science:

  • Toxicology
  • Public Health
  • Emergency Medicine

Background:

  • Scorpion envenomation impacts over 1 million individuals annually worldwide.
  • Envenomation can cause localized pain to severe neurotoxicity and death.
  • Pregnant women are a high-risk group, yet literature on their management is scarce.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify the specific effects of scorpion envenomation in pregnant women.
  • To review and consolidate available treatment options for this demographic.
  • To propose a management algorithm for pregnant patients with scorpion stings.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive literature review of scorpion envenomation management.
  • Analysis of treatment modalities applicable to pregnant women.
  • Development of a clinical guidance algorithm.

Main Results:

  • Scorpion envenomation presents unique challenges during pregnancy.
  • Existing treatment protocols require adaptation for pregnant patients.
  • A novel treatment algorithm was formulated based on current evidence.

Conclusions:

  • Effective management of scorpion envenomation in pregnant women is critical.
  • The developed algorithm provides a framework for clinical decision-making.
  • Further research is needed to optimize care for pregnant individuals affected by scorpion stings.