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Snakebite on the hand: Lessons from two clinical cases illustrating difficulties of Surgical Indication | Journal Article / Case Report/Series | MSF Science Portal
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Snakebite on the hand: Lessons from two clinical cases illustrating difficulties of Surgical Indication

Gras S, Plantefeve G, Baud FJ, Chippaux JP
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Abstract
Snakebite is a particularly important health problem in rural areas of tropical regions. A large number of victims survive with permanent physical sequelae due to local tissue necrosis. However, necrosis may be associated with compartment syndrome especially when the bite is on the hands or feet. Herein, we describe two cases reported at a rural district hospital in Central African Republic. The present study suggests that active multidisciplinary management may improve patient prognosis while evidencing how difficult it is to decide on surgical intervention.

Countries

Central African Republic

Subject Area

neglected tropical diseasessnakebite

Languages

English
DOI
10.1590/S1678-91992012000400019
Published Date
30 Dec 2012
Journal
Journal of Venomous Animals and Toxins including Tropical Diseases
Volume | Issue | Pages
Volume 18, Issue 4
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