The following papers are a collection of the main references not only to the book. They also represent the best references for diving deeper into the medical treatment of scorpion stings in southern Africa.
Most southern African scorpions are relatively harmless to humans, and although they can inflict quite a painful sting, no other toxic effects are expected to develop. However, a small number of scorpion species can cause life-threatening systemic envenoming. Children are especially vulnerable, with a mortality rate of close to 20%...
South Africa has a wide distribution of scorpion species, yet limited data are available regarding the incidence and severity of scorpion envenomation. The aim of this study was to analyse South African epidemiological data of scorpion stings and envenomation as reported to the Tygerberg Poisons Information Centre (TPIC).
Forty-two cases of serious scorpion envenomation, of which 4 had a fatal outcome, are presented. The clinical profile, differential diagnosis and management of scorpionism are discussed. Most envenomations occurred in the summer months, peaking in January and February. An immediate local burning pain was the ...
Very little is known or published about scorpion stings in our domestic animals. This document will propose a treatment protocol, based on articles on scorpion stings in humans as well as personal communications with veterinarians who have treated animals stung by scorpions.
Objective. To describe the epidemiological and clinical features of scorpion stings in a district with potentially lethal scorpions. Design. Case series of consecutive scorpion sting victims. Setting. Manama Hospital and all seven rural health centres in Gwanda South District, Zimbabwe (population 62500).
Antivenoms to treat the bites of snakes and later of arthropods have been produced by the South African Institute for Medical Research for 70 years. The established technologies have stood the test of time remarkably well.
Snakebite is a major public health concern in Eswatini, where treatment relies upon one antivenom—SAIMR Polyvalent. Although effective in treating snakebite, SAIMR Polyvalent is difficult to source outside its manufacturing country (South Africa) and is dauntingly expensive. We compared the ...
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