Lowland copperhead (Austrelaps superbus) envenomation causing severe neuromuscular paralysis in a dog.
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CASE REPORT A case of lowland copperhead snake (Austrelaps superbus) envenomation in a dog is described. The dog developed severe and prolonged neuromuscular paralysis, including ventilatory failure. The dog was treated successfully with antivenom, intravenous fluids and mechanical ventilation. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE The toxic components of lowland copperhead snake venom are reviewed.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Australian veterinary journal
دوره 95 6 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2017