Hemoperitoneum complicating venomous snakebite: A case report

Abstract

Herein, we report a case of hemoperitoneum complicating venomous snakebite from a carpet viper in a young Nigerian who survived it. Review of the literature indicates that it is a rare presentation and from the available evidence, the first from Nigeria. A peculiar feature was the late presentation. Management has been discussed while highlighting some of its limitations.

Keywords

• carpet viper
• echitab-plus
• hemoperitoneum
• venomous snakebite