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[Injuries caused by stingrays].

T Horn1, S W Wassilew

  • 1Dermatologische Klinik, Städt. Krankenanstalten Krefeld.

Zeitschrift Fur Hautkrankheiten
|January 18, 1988
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South American freshwater stingray bites can cause severe injuries requiring prolonged healing. Wide excision is the preferred treatment for these aquatic animal-related wounds.

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Area of Science:

  • Ichthyology
  • Dermatology
  • Toxicology

Background:

  • South American freshwater stingrays (genus *Protamotrygon*) inhabit riverine ecosystems.
  • Stingray envenomation is a recognized, though infrequent, cause of injury in aquatic environments.

Observation:

  • A case report detailing an injury resulting from a South American freshwater stingray bite.
  • Documentation of the specific mode of injury and the biological characteristics of the *Protamotrygon* genus.

Findings:

  • The primary therapeutic approach for stingray envenomation involves wide surgical excision.
  • Injuries inflicted by these stingrays necessitate a prolonged healing period, even with appropriate medical intervention.

Implications:

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  • Understanding stingray biology and venom is crucial for effective clinical management of envenomations.
  • Aquarium breeding of *Protamotrygon* species may increase the potential for human-animal interactions and associated injuries.