Acute compartment syndrome and fasciotomy after a viper bite in Italy: a case report

ConclusionsThis case highlights the importance of obtaining a timely assessment of the severity of viper envenomation without delaying the administration of antivenom in most serious cases. The presence of multiple bite marks on the patient is one factor that may help to predict the clinical severity of snakebites and anticipate symptom progression.
Source: Italian Journal of Pediatrics - Category: Pediatrics Source Type: research