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  • Toxicology
  • Clinical Medicine
  • Herpetology

Background:

  • Viperine envenomation is a significant health concern, particularly in regions with high viper populations.
  • Understanding the clinical spectrum and treatment outcomes is crucial for effective management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the clinical presentation, management, and outcomes of viperine envenomation over a 25-year period.
  • To determine the correlation between envenomation severity and Antisnake Venom (ASV) requirements.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 221 cases of viperine envenomation presenting without prior specific treatment.
  • Data collected included envenomation severity, bite location, time to hospitalization, clinical manifestations, ASV dosage, complications, and outcomes.

Main Results:

  • Mild, moderate, and severe envenomation occurred in 33%, 47%, and 20% of cases, respectively.
  • Local swelling (97.7%), hematuria (62%), and mucosal hemorrhages (24.8%) were common. Average ASV doses were 50ml, 147.5ml, and 324ml for mild, moderate, and severe cases.
  • Major complications included renal failure (10 cases) and intracompartmental syndrome (3 cases). Five deaths (2.26%) were reported.

Conclusions:

  • Viperine envenomation requires prompt medical attention, with severity dictating ASV requirements.
  • Effective management can mitigate severe complications such as renal failure and reduce mortality.
  • Delayed treatment and envenomation severity are critical factors influencing patient outcomes.