Bite; a Rare but Probable Cause for Hemodynamic Instability
Journal Title: مجله طب اورژانس ایران - Year 2015, Vol 2, Issue 3
Abstract
Scorpion bites are common in south-east Iran, especially in the rural areas. Most scorpion bite cases are benign and cause no systemic side effects. Local erythema and edema, and mild allergic effects are the most common complications of scorpion bites. Yet, rarely dangerous outcomes such as myocarditis, cardiac failure, pulmonary edema, and shock have been reported. The present case report, introduces a case of scorpion bite in a 6 year old child, presented as dyspnea and pulmonary edema.
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