Considerations in the Management of Viper Bite

Considerations in the Management of Viper Bite

Compartment Syndrome

Snakebite Mimics CS

Causes of CS

Diagnosis of CS

Diagnosing CS in Hands and Feet

New Algorithm on Evaluation and Management of Suspected CS

Tissue Pressure Measurement

Threshold Elevated Subfascial Compartment Pressure

Basic Principles of Snakebite Management: Avoid Iatrogenic Injury

Standard Management: Assessment

Laboratory Testing

Early Debridement of Envenomated Tissue Is Not

Appropriate

Late Debridement of Necrotic Tissue Is Appropriate

Antivenom

Indications for Antivenom

Management of Snake Bite: The Role of Surgery

Fasciotomy Indicated in Rare Circumstances

Treating Coagulopathy

Patient Follow-up

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References

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