TY - JOUR PY - 2000// TI - Green lynx spider (Peucetia viridans) envenomation JO - American journal of emergency medicine A1 - Bush, S. P. A1 - Giem, P. A1 - Vetter, R. S. SP - 64 EP - 66 VL - 18 IS - 1 N2 - Four cases of envenomation by green lynx spiders (Peucetia viridans) are reported. Despite the unusual appearance and occasional aggressive behavior of this spider, envenomation caused only local pain, pruritus, erythema, and induration. No local necrosis or systemic symptoms occurred. Treatment included tetanus immunization, wound care, and symptomatic therapy.

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