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Review
. 1998;76(5):515-24.

Snake-bites: appraisal of the global situation

J P Chippaux  1
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Review

Snake-bites: appraisal of the global situation

J P Chippaux. Bull World Health Organ. 1998.

Abstract

The true global incidence of envenomations and their severity remain largely misunderstood, except for a few countries where these accidents are rare or are correctly reported. Nevertheless, this information is essential for drawing up guidelines for dealing with snake-bites, to plan drug supplies, particularly antivenin, and to train medical staff on snake-bite treatments. Since the comprehensive review by Swaroop & Grab in 1954 no global survey has been carried out on snake-bite epidemiology. The present article is an attempt to draw the attention of health authorities to snake envenomations and urges them to prepare therapeutic protocols adapted to their needs.

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