Epidemiological study of scorpion stings in Saudi Arabia between 1993 and 1997
Journal of Venomous Animals and Toxins including Tropical Diseases, 2003 This investigation evaluated the epidemiological aspects of scorpion stings in different areas of Saudi Arabia. A total of 72,168 cases of scorpion stings recorded in Ministry of Health Medical Centers in 11 selected areas of Saudi Arabia were analyzed ...
M. K. Al-Sadoon, B. M. Jarrar
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Ayurvedic approaches to scorpion stings: Historical insights, modern scientific perspectives and challenges [PDF]
Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative MedicineScorpion stings are medical emergencies that require immediate attention and are frequently overlooked. Commercial antivenom available only in India is for a single species of venomous scorpion, with significant limitations.
Susmita Nath +2 more
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Epidemiological, Clinical Features, and Complications of Scorpion Sting in the Mediterranean Region of Turkey; A Cross-sectional Study [PDF]
Archives of Academic Emergency MedicineIntroduction: Scorpion sting (SS) resulting in envenomation is a life-threatening emergency and causes serious health problems in tropical and subtropical regions.
Erdinç Balcı +7 more
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Scorpion envenomation and its management in adults
Sahel Medical Journal, 2013 Background: We describe the epidemiology, clinical features, management, and outcome of adult patients of scorpion envenomation. Materials and Methods: This is a retrospective study involving a total of 40 patients conducted at Narayana Medical College ...
Meriga Rajesh Kumar +4 more
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Designing the Minimum Data Set for National Scorpion Sting Registry in Iran [PDF]
Iranian Journal of Medical SciencesBackground: Scorpion stings are one of the major medical problems in tropical and subtropical regions of underdeveloped countries, causing several complications including severe local skin reactions, renal, neurological, cardiovascular, and respiratory ...
Mehraban Shahi +3 more
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Caracterização dos acidentes escorpiônicos em Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brasil, 2005 a 2009 Epidemiological study of scorpion stings in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais state, Brazil, 2005-2009 [PDF]
Cadernos de Saúde Pública, 2012 Realizou-se um estudo epidemiológico observacional retrospectivo para caracterizar os acidentes escorpiônicos em Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brasil, entre 2005 e 2009.
Amanda Duarte Barbosa +6 more
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Assessing the burden of Scorpionism: Epidemiological trends and health outcomes in Northwest of Iran. [PDF]
PLoS Neglected Tropical DiseasesBackgroundWhile only a limited number of scorpion species are classified as dangerous to humans, the potentially life-threatening effects of their stings classify scorpionism as a global health concern.
Madineh Abbasi +11 more
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Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical, 2013 Introduction Envenomation by scorpion stings is a major public health problem in numerous tropical countries because of its frequent incidence and potential severity.
Cleide Maria Ribeiro de Albuquerque +3 more
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Risk factors for scorpion stings in the beni mellal province of morocco [PDF]
Journal of Venomous Animals and Toxins including Tropical Diseases, 2009 Scorpion stings comprise a serious problem throughout the globe, especially in regions where they are more frequent. In Morocco, Beni Mellal is one of the provinces most affected by this burden.
N Charrab +5 more
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Epidemiological aspects of scorpion stings in Al-Jouf Province, Saudi Arabia
Annals of Saudi Medicine, 2008 Background: Information on scorpion stings is available for many parts of Saudi Arabia, but not for Al-Jouf Province. Methods: We reviewed and analyzed 1449 cases of scorpion stings that presented to the emergency department of the hospitals and ...
Jarrar Bashir, Al-Rowaily Meshref
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