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A Murine Model of Subarachnoid Hemorrhage

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Hemothorax after snake bite.

Mumen Abdalazim Dafallah¹, Elsanosi Habour¹, Esraa Ahmed Ragab¹

¹Faculty of Medicine University of Gezira Wad Madani Sudan.

Clinical Case Reports

|September 29, 2021

Summary

Snake bites rarely cause hemothorax, a rare complication. Prompt antivenom and supportive care are crucial for managing this unusual snake envenomation presentation and preventing severe outcomes.

Keywords:

Sudan case report hemothorax snake bite

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Medical Research
Toxicology
Clinical Medicine

Background:

Snake envenomation is a significant global health concern, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions.
While neurotoxic and hemotoxic effects are well-documented, thoracic complications like hemothorax are exceptionally rare following snake bites.

Observation:

This case highlights an unusual presentation of hemothorax occurring subsequent to a snake bite.
The patient's clinical course demonstrated the potential for rapid deterioration without timely intervention.

Findings:

Hemothorax following snake bite is an exceedingly rare event, challenging typical clinical expectations.
Effective management hinges on the timely administration of appropriate antivenom and comprehensive supportive care.

Implications:

Early recognition and management of rare complications like hemothorax are vital for improving patient outcomes.
Accessible healthcare facilities equipped with antivenom are critical to mitigate the severe consequences of delayed treatment for snake envenomation.