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Snakebite-Associated Kidney Injury
Polianna Albuquerque1,2, Sandra Mara Mota2,3
1Faculty of Medicine, University of Fortaleza, Fortaleza, Brazil.
Abstract:
Snakebite-related acute kidney injury (AKI) is mainly caused by bites from the Viperidae family which are common snakes worldwide. It is a frequent and potentially fatal clinical complication. Coagulation abnormalities are usually present and are most likely to contribute to AKI development. A better comprehension of AKI pathogenesis following the toxicsyndrome may improve patient management by primary healthcare providers, allowing earlier diagnosis and treatment. This chapter highlights the main studies about snakevenom-related AKI, the most common snakes around the world, and the respective mechanisms of AKI.
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