Clinical Case Reports (Sep 2021)

Hemothorax after snake bite

  • Mumen Abdalazim Dafallah,
  • Elsanosi Habour,
  • Esraa Ahmed Ragab

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1002/ccr3.4874
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 9, no. 9
pp. n/a – n/a

Abstract

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Abstract Hemothorax after snake bite is very rare and unusual presentation. Administration of antivenom with supportive measures and close monitoring can prevent further deterioration. Delays in the transportation of patients to health facilities where antivenom and other therapeutic resources are provided can lead to devastating consequences.

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