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Acidente por Tityus serrulatus e suas implicações epidemiológicas no Rio Grande do Sul An accident involving Tityus serrulatus and its epidemiological implications in Brazil

Revista de Saúde Pública, 2002
Relata-se o primeiro caso de acidente por escorpião Tityus serrulatus ocorrido em Março de 2001, em Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, Brasil. Um paciente masculino de 21 anos, ao manipular produtos hortifrutigranjeiros provenientes de outros estados do ...
João Batista Torres, Maria da Graça Boucinha Marques, Rodrigo Klafke Martini, Cássio Vinícius Aguiar Borges   +3 more
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Medicinal Plants Used by Tanzanians for Human Paediatric Ailments: A PRISMA‐Guided Systematic Review of Ethnomedicinal Evidence

The Scientific World Journal, Volume 2026, Issue 1, 2026.
Paediatric ailments (PAs) pose an increasing health and economic challenge in many low‐ and middle‐income countries. In Tanzania, over 80% of the rural population relies on traditional medicine for primary healthcare. Although documentation of medicinal plants (MPs) used to treat and manage PAs remains fragmented, this systematic review consolidates ...
David Sylvester Kacholi, Neema Gideon Mogha, José Agustín Tapia Hernández   +2 more
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Ethnomedicinal Practices of the Fabaceae Family in Tanzania: A Systematic Review

The Scientific World Journal, Volume 2026, Issue 1, 2026.
This study is aimed at reviewing the ethnomedicinal, phytochemical and pharmacological properties of Fabaceae species used as sources of traditional medications in Tanzania. Using the Systematic Reviews and Meta‐Analyses (PRISMA) methodology, a comprehensive review was conducted on Fabaceae species used by Tanzanians through electronic databases such ...
David Sylvester Kacholi, Kalyani Sen
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Applying Ensemble Ecological Niche Modeling to Identify High Risk Areas for Scorpions' Sting

Ecology and Evolution, Volume 15, Issue 7, July 2025.
In this study, we used ecological niche models to map the distribution of eight of the most dangerous scorpion species to quantify sting risk across Iran. We identified the areas where people are most vulnerable to scorpion stings based on exposure to scorpions and limited accessibility to healthcare centers.
Anooshe Kafash, Ahmad Ali Hanafi Bojd, Anna Pintor, Marc Grünig, Masoud Yousefi, Gholamreza Hassanpour   +5 more
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Lapachol and synthetic derivatives: in vitro and in vivo activities against Bothrops snake venoms.

PLoS ONE, 2019
BACKGROUND:It is known that local tissue injuries incurred by snakebites are quickly instilled causing extensive, irreversible, tissue destruction that may include loss of limb function or even amputation.
Marcelo A Strauch, Marcelo Amorim Tomaz, Marcos Monteiro-Machado, Bruno Lemos Cons, Fernando Chagas Patrão-Neto, Jhonatha da Mota Teixeira-Cruz, Matheus da Silva Tavares-Henriques, Pâmella Dourila Nogueira-Souza, Sara L S Gomes, Paulo R R Costa, Edgar Schaeffer, Alcides J M da Silva, Paulo A Melo   +12 more
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Conservation Biogeography of Mountain Vipers: A Phylogenetic Niche Modelling Approach

Diversity and Distributions, Volume 31, Issue 1, January 2025.
ABSTRACT Aim Mountain vipers belonging to the Montivipera genus represent a fascinating example of neo‐endemism found in the high plateaus of Iran, Anatolia and the Caucasus. Given the conservation challenges faced by these species, it is crucial to understand their phylogenetic relationships and suitable habitats in order to implement effective ...
Mohsen Ahmadi, Mahmoud‐Reza Hemami, Mohammad Kaboli, Somayeh Ghane‐Ameleh, Mansoureh Malekian   +4 more
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Biochemical and Biological Profiles of Bangladeshi Russell’s Viper Snake Venom and Neutralizing Efficacy by Indian VINS Polyvalent Antivenom

Journal of Toxicology, Volume 2025, Issue 1, 2025.
The Russell’s viper (Daboia russelii) has recently become a significant threat to human life in Bangladesh. Given its wide distribution across South Asia, the venom characteristics and lethality can vary by region with different toxicological properties.
Rubait Hasan, Hasanuzzaman Manik, Md Ataur Rahman, Jamiatul Husna Shathi, Md Tariqul Islam, Mohammad Shahangir Biswas, Kazi Md. Faisal Hoque, Phuping Sucharitakul   +7 more
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PRELIMINARY CLINICAL OBSERVATIONS WITH PROPHYLACTIC CYPROHEPTADINE HYDROCHLORIDE IN POTENTIAL SERUM REACTIONS TO ANTIVENINS

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A preliminary study of this size cannot resolve the question of the efficacy of a vasoactive amine antagonist in preventing serum sickness. Nor is it possible to fully assess patient compliance without use of an in–hospital setting.
E. Steinberg, F. Russell, A. Underman
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Hong Kong Poison Information Centre: Annual report 2021

Hong Kong Journal of Emergency Medicine, Volume 31, Issue 6, Page 339-353, December 2024.
Abstract Introduction The Hong Kong Poison Information Centre (HKPIC) has been providing consultation services to healthcare professionals and collecting epidemiological data on poisoning in Hong Kong since 2005. Objective To analyse and report the poisoning data from HKPIC in 2021.
Tin Yat Anthony Chow, Chi Keung Chan, Sze Hong Ng, Man Li Tse   +3 more
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Epidemiology and characteristics of coral snake bites reported to the National Poison Data System (2006‒2022)

Journal of the American College of Emergency Physicians Open, Volume 5, Issue 5, October 2024.
Abstract Objectives North American coral snake envenomations can result in life‐threatening neurotoxicity. Their bites are relatively rare, making large studies difficult. Using the National Poison Data System (NPDS), we sought to investigate the epidemiological trends and clinical outcomes associated with North American coral snake bites over a 17 ...
Mary E. Velagapudi, Juliana J. Navarro, Alexander E. Hill, Michael A. Darracq, Stephen L. Thornton   +4 more
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