Snake envenomation in two cattle: clinical/laboratory aspects and treatment using equine-derived antivenin of Viperidae
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2019
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Özet
In this case report, specific antivenin treatment for Viperidae snake envenomation in two cattle was defined for the first time.
The diagnosis of snake envenomation was made according to the history and clinical findings. Clinical examination revealed systemic
(tachycardia, dyspnea, cyanosis, hypersalivation, ruminal hypotony) and local (swelling of the leg and head) findings depending on the
location of snake bites. Laboratory analysis determined granulocytic leukocytosis, monocytosis, decreased iron binding capacity, and
increased CK and LDH enzyme activities. In the specific treatment of cases, equine-derived polyvalent antivenin containing antitoxic
immunoglobulins against Viperidae species was administered. Additionally, 5% dextrose, antibiotics, dexamethasone, antihistamines,
diuretics, and a vitamin B complex were applied. All clinical and laboratory abnormalities improved after treatment. Complete clinical
improvement was observed within 1 week in both cases. The results indicate that equine-derived specific antivenin treatment in snake
bites of the family Viperidae can be successfully used in cattle.
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Anahtar Kelimeler
Snake envenomation, Cattle, Antivenin, Treatment, Viperidae
Kaynak
Turkish Journal of Veterinary and Animal Sciences
WoS Q Değeri
Q4
Scopus Q Değeri
Q3
Cilt
43
Sayı
4
Künye
ALTUĞ, N., & İŞLER, C. T. (2019). Snake envenomation in two cattle: clinical/laboratory aspects and treatment using equine-derived antivenin of Viperidae. Turkish Journal of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, 43(4), 546-550.
