TY  - JOUR
PY  - 1980//
TI  - Snakebite and snake venom ophthalmia
JO  - Journal of the National Medical Association
A1  - Ajao, O. G.
A1  - Hawtin, J. G.
SP  - 961
EP  - 964
VL  - 72
IS  - 10
N2  - Snakebite is not necessarily snake envenomation. Of about 2,500 known species of snakes, only about 40 are regarded as being dangerous. A snake will not go out of its way to attack a person and even in defense, snakes bite humans usually to dissuade and not to kill.Early surgical excision of the bitten area is regarded as a most important aspect in the management of a poisonous snakebite, and because of the side effects of horse serum, cautious use of antivenin is advised only in cases of severe systemic poisoning.When a snake spits into the eyes, prompt treatment is indicated to prevent future blindness.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>
LA  - en
SN  - 1943-4693
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/
ID  - ref1
ER  -