considerations in the management of viper bite
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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
Abbreviations
References
References (cont)
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