This document discusses scorpion envenomation and provides details about scorpion venom and the clinical effects of scorpion stings. It notes that scorpion stings are an important public health issue in tropical and subtropical regions, with over 1 million stings and 32,000 fatalities annually worldwide. The document describes the components of scorpion venom and how it causes an "autonomic storm" through the release of catecholamines. It outlines the clinical manifestations of scorpion stings, which can range from local effects to potentially fatal symptoms involving the cardiovascular, respiratory and neurological systems. The document focuses particularly on the cardiovascular impacts of venom from the Tityus serrulatus sc
neurological manifestations of scorpion stingdrnaveent
1) A 36-year-old male presented with neurological manifestations including loss of consciousness, facial asymmetry, and left hemiparesis three days after a scorpion sting on his toe.
2) Imaging showed hemorrhages in the right frontal lobe and left caudate nucleus with intraventricular extension.
3) Scorpion venom causes autonomic storm and neurological effects through stabilization of sodium channels, resulting in widespread symptoms affecting multiple organ systems.
Paracetamol is a commonly used analgesic and antipyretic that is well absorbed orally. At normal doses, it is metabolized through conjugation pathways and excreted in urine. However, in overdose the conjugation pathways become saturated and it is metabolized through the toxic NAPQI pathway. This can lead to glutathione depletion and liver injury. N-acetylcysteine is the antidote and works best if given within 10 hours of overdose to replenish glutathione levels before liver damage occurs. Symptoms of overdose include nausea, vomiting and liver damage signs like jaundice and coagulopathy.
Meningitis is an inflammation of the meninges that can be caused by bacterial, viral, or fungal infections. Left untreated, meningitis can lead to brain damage, coma, and death. The most common causes of bacterial meningitis are Streptococcus pneumoniae, Neisseria meningitidis, and Haemophilus influenzae. A thorough history and physical exam are important to identify symptoms such as fever, neck stiffness, altered mental status, and seizures. A lumbar puncture is required to diagnose meningitis by examining cerebrospinal fluid. Aggressive antibiotic treatment is needed to prevent complications from the infection.
Scorpion stings are a major public health problem in tropical countries. The document discusses the clinical presentation, pathophysiology, grading, investigations, and management of scorpion stings. It focuses on the Indian red scorpion Mesobuthus tamulus, which can cause a life-threatening hypertensive crisis and pulmonary edema if not treated promptly. Prazosin is the primary treatment to counteract venom effects and prevent complications. Scorpion antivenom may also be given if autonomic symptoms persist. Supportive care includes fluid resuscitation, oxygen therapy, diuretics and inotropes as needed.
Leptospirosis is a bacterial disease caused by Leptospira bacteria. It is spread through contact with water or soil contaminated by the urine of infected animals like rats. Symptoms include fever, headache, muscle pains, jaundice and potentially life-threatening complications affecting the lungs, liver or kidneys. Diagnosis involves detecting antibodies or the bacteria in blood or tissues. Treatment consists of antibiotics like penicillin or doxycycline. Prevention focuses on controlling rodents, limiting exposure to contaminated water, and vaccinating at-risk animals and humans.
CNS cryptococcosis is the most common fungal infection of the central nervous system. Cryptococcus neoformans is a round yeast surrounded by a capsule that can spread to the CNS hematogenously from the lungs. Clinical presentation includes headache, fever, nausea, and mental status changes. Diagnosis involves CSF analysis showing elevated opening pressure, pleocytosis, and positive India ink or cryptococcal antigen tests. Treatment involves induction with amphotericin B and flucytosine, consolidation with fluconazole, and lifelong maintenance with fluconazole if immune reconstitution is not achieved to prevent relapse.
neurological manifestations of scorpion stingdrnaveent
1) A 36-year-old male presented with neurological manifestations including loss of consciousness, facial asymmetry, and left hemiparesis three days after a scorpion sting on his toe.
2) Imaging showed hemorrhages in the right frontal lobe and left caudate nucleus with intraventricular extension.
3) Scorpion venom causes autonomic storm and neurological effects through stabilization of sodium channels, resulting in widespread symptoms affecting multiple organ systems.
Paracetamol is a commonly used analgesic and antipyretic that is well absorbed orally. At normal doses, it is metabolized through conjugation pathways and excreted in urine. However, in overdose the conjugation pathways become saturated and it is metabolized through the toxic NAPQI pathway. This can lead to glutathione depletion and liver injury. N-acetylcysteine is the antidote and works best if given within 10 hours of overdose to replenish glutathione levels before liver damage occurs. Symptoms of overdose include nausea, vomiting and liver damage signs like jaundice and coagulopathy.
Meningitis is an inflammation of the meninges that can be caused by bacterial, viral, or fungal infections. Left untreated, meningitis can lead to brain damage, coma, and death. The most common causes of bacterial meningitis are Streptococcus pneumoniae, Neisseria meningitidis, and Haemophilus influenzae. A thorough history and physical exam are important to identify symptoms such as fever, neck stiffness, altered mental status, and seizures. A lumbar puncture is required to diagnose meningitis by examining cerebrospinal fluid. Aggressive antibiotic treatment is needed to prevent complications from the infection.
Scorpion stings are a major public health problem in tropical countries. The document discusses the clinical presentation, pathophysiology, grading, investigations, and management of scorpion stings. It focuses on the Indian red scorpion Mesobuthus tamulus, which can cause a life-threatening hypertensive crisis and pulmonary edema if not treated promptly. Prazosin is the primary treatment to counteract venom effects and prevent complications. Scorpion antivenom may also be given if autonomic symptoms persist. Supportive care includes fluid resuscitation, oxygen therapy, diuretics and inotropes as needed.
Leptospirosis is a bacterial disease caused by Leptospira bacteria. It is spread through contact with water or soil contaminated by the urine of infected animals like rats. Symptoms include fever, headache, muscle pains, jaundice and potentially life-threatening complications affecting the lungs, liver or kidneys. Diagnosis involves detecting antibodies or the bacteria in blood or tissues. Treatment consists of antibiotics like penicillin or doxycycline. Prevention focuses on controlling rodents, limiting exposure to contaminated water, and vaccinating at-risk animals and humans.
CNS cryptococcosis is the most common fungal infection of the central nervous system. Cryptococcus neoformans is a round yeast surrounded by a capsule that can spread to the CNS hematogenously from the lungs. Clinical presentation includes headache, fever, nausea, and mental status changes. Diagnosis involves CSF analysis showing elevated opening pressure, pleocytosis, and positive India ink or cryptococcal antigen tests. Treatment involves induction with amphotericin B and flucytosine, consolidation with fluconazole, and lifelong maintenance with fluconazole if immune reconstitution is not achieved to prevent relapse.
A 14-year-old boy presented to the emergency department with symptoms of an autonomic storm after being bitten by a scorpion. He was diagnosed with scorpion sting in autonomic storm. He was given prazosin, hydrocortisone, and other supportive treatments. His condition stabilized and he was discharged after 6 days. Scorpion stings can cause local effects and a systemic autonomic storm response due to neurotoxins that affect sodium channels and induce catecholamine release. Prazosin is an effective treatment as it blocks alpha receptors and counters the effects of venom.
This document provides information on the diagnosis and treatment of malaria. It discusses:
- Diagnosis of malaria through blood smears, identifying the Plasmodium species under microscopy. Rapid diagnostic tests are also used.
- Treatment of uncomplicated malaria caused by P. vivax and P. falciparum with antimalarial medications like chloroquine, primaquine, and artemisinin-based combination therapies depending on species and drug resistance.
- Definition and treatment of complicated/severe malaria involving organ dysfunction, with immediate parenteral antimalarials in hospital followed by a complete oral treatment course.
1) Paracetamol is metabolized in the liver and can cause toxicity in high doses by depleting glutathione levels, allowing the reactive metabolite NAPQI to damage cells.
2) For paracetamol overdose, N-acetylcysteine should be administered within 8-10 hours as an antidote to replenish glutathione levels. The treatment involves intravenous administration over 21 hours.
3) Management also involves monitoring liver function tests and providing supportive care. Liver transplantation may be considered for severe liver failure due to paracetamol poisoning.
These lecture notes were prepared by Dr. Hamdi Turkey- Pulmonologist- Department of internal medicine - Taiz university
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Scrub typhus is caused by the bacteria Orientia tsutsugamushi, which is transmitted through the bites of infected trombiculid mites. It causes an acute febrile illness with symptoms such as fever, headache, and rash. If left untreated, it can lead to complications affecting multiple organs and the case fatality rate is 7%. Diagnosis is made through serologic tests detecting antibodies or PCR detecting bacterial DNA. Treatment involves doxycycline or azithromycin antibiotics, with fever typically resolving within 1-2 days. Prevention involves wearing protective clothing, using insect repellent, and clearing vegetation to limit mite habitats.
Scrub typhus, also known as bush typhus, is a disease caused by a bacteria called ORIENTIA TSUTSUGAMUSHI.
Scrub typhus is spread to people through bites of infected chiggers (larval mites).
Most cases of scrub typhus occur in rural areas of Southeast Asia, Indonesia, China, Japan, India, and northern Australia. Anyone living in or travelling to areas where scrub typhus is found could get infected
Scrub typhus is not transmitted directly from person to person; it is only transmitted by the bites of vectors
Chiggers are abundant in locales with high relative humidity (60%–85%), low temperature (20°C–30°C), low incidence of sunlight, and a dense substrate-vegetative canopy.
Occupational risk is higher in farmers (aged 50–69 years), females.
This document provides an overview of common accidental poisonings in children. It discusses the epidemiology of poisoning, approach to the poisoned patient, and specific treatments for several common ingestions including acetaminophen, aspirin, lead, hydrocarbons, corrosives, iron, and carbon monoxide. For each poisoning, it describes clinical manifestations, diagnostic tests, and nursing interventions and treatment.
This document discusses acute encephalitis in India. It defines acute encephalitis and acute encephalitis syndrome. Japanese encephalitis virus is a major cause of AES in India, transmitted via Culex mosquitoes between pigs, birds and humans. The document outlines the epidemiology, clinical features, diagnosis and management of AES. It emphasizes the importance of vaccination and vector control in prevention and control of AES in India.
Pneumonia is an inflammatory lung condition caused by infection, usually bacterial or viral. It is characterized by consolidation of the lungs due to inflammatory exudate, bacteria, and white blood cells filling the alveoli. Pneumonia can be classified as lobar or bronchopneumonia based on location in the lungs and as community-acquired or hospital-acquired based on where infection was contracted. Treatment involves use of antibiotics to eradicate the infecting organism as well as supportive care like oxygen supplementation. Antibiotic selection is based on suspected pathogen, patient age and health status, and severity of illness.
This document outlines the various diagnostic tests, guidelines, and treatment approaches for pneumonia. It discusses sputum microscopy and culture, as well as tests for bacteria, fungi, viruses, and other pathogens. Guidelines are provided for empiric antibiotic therapy for community-acquired pneumonia based on severity and risk factors. Diagnostic testing and treatment approaches are also described for healthcare-associated pneumonia and specific organisms like Pseudomonas and Legionella. The document emphasizes the importance of supportive care and preventing pneumonia through vaccination and infection control practices.
Organophosphorus compounds are widely used as pesticides and chemical weapons. They work by inhibiting acetylcholinesterase, leading to accumulation of acetylcholine and overstimulation of nicotinic and muscarinic receptors. Clinical features include excessive secretions, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, weakness and respiratory failure. Treatment involves decontamination, atropine to block muscarinic effects, pralidoxime to reactivate acetylcholinesterase, and supportive care. Prognosis depends on prompt diagnosis and treatment, with mortality risks highest within 24 hours from respiratory or cardiac failure.
Cerebral malaria is a serious complication of Plasmodium falciparum infection that commonly affects children and non-immune adults, causing decreased consciousness ranging from drowsiness to coma. Late stage parasites cause aggregation of red blood cells in the brain, leading to capillary plugging, anoxia, and hemorrhage. Renal failure is also common, resulting from deposition of hemoglobin in renal tubules and decreased blood flow. Other complications include non-cardiogenic pulmonary edema, hypoglycemia from hepatic dysfunction, acidosis, anemia, thrombocytopenia, and jaundice. Chronic complications include tropical splenomegaly and quartan malarial nephropathy.
Organophosphate poisoning occurs when organophosphate compounds such as insecticides and nerve agents inhibit the enzyme acetylcholinesterase. Symptoms range from mild effects like blurred vision and excess saliva to severe effects like respiratory failure and death. Treatment involves atropine to block acetylcholine effects and pralidoxime or obidoxime to reactivate acetylcholinesterase. Nursing care focuses on maintaining airway, breathing, circulation and preventing infection while the toxic substances are metabolized and excreted from the body. Organophosphate poisoning is a significant global health problem causing millions of hospitalizations annually.
Japanese encephalitis is caused by a flavivirus transmitted via Culex mosquitoes. It primarily affects children in rural Asia. The virus infects the brain, causing an initial prodromal stage of fever and headache followed by more severe neurological symptoms in the acute stage such as altered consciousness and seizures. Around 30-50% of survivors experience long-term neurological or psychiatric sequelae. Diagnosis involves detecting IgM antibodies or isolating the virus. There is no cure, so treatment is supportive. Prevention relies on mosquito control and vaccination programs.
Brucellosis is caused by bacteria of the genus Brucella and is a major zoonotic disease transmitted from animals to humans. It causes flu-like symptoms such as fever, sweats, and joint pain in humans. The disease is widespread globally in areas where infection is common in livestock like sheep, goats and cattle. Diagnosis involves serological tests to detect antibodies and culturing Brucella from blood or tissues. Treatment requires prolonged antibiotic therapy. Vaccination of livestock and pasteurization of dairy products are important for control and prevention.
Scorpion envenomation is a major public health problem worldwide, especially in developing countries like Iraq. Over 1.2 million scorpion stings occur annually, resulting in around 3250 deaths. The two most common scorpion families in Iraq are Scorpionidae and Buthidae. Androctonus crassicauda and Hottentotta saulcyi account for a large percentage of scorpion stings in Iraq. Scorpion venom contains various toxins that can cause a range of symptoms from local effects to potentially lethal systemic effects affecting the cardiovascular, respiratory, and neurological systems. Clinical manifestations depend on several factors and range from mild to potentially fatal symptoms.
An acute asthma exacerbation is an acute worsening of asthma symptoms requiring urgent medical treatment. The document outlines the management of acute asthma exacerbations in children, with a focus on risk assessment, treatment goals, medications, and handling severe exacerbations requiring intensive care. Key points include using inhaled short-acting beta-agonists as first-line treatment, adding oral corticosteroids for incomplete responses, and considering intravenous magnesium sulfate or beta-agonists for refractory cases. Close monitoring and supportive care including oxygen are also emphasized.
Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs that can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. It causes inflammation in the air sacs of the lungs called alveoli. Risk factors include smoking, respiratory infections, old age, and reduced immune defenses. Pneumonia is diagnosed based on symptoms, physical exam findings, chest x-ray results, and lab tests. Treatment depends on severity and may involve antibiotics, with choices guided by patient risk factors and location of care. Complications can include sepsis, lung abscess, respiratory failure, and death, especially in severe cases requiring intensive care.
Organophosphate poisoning is caused by pesticides and chemical weapons inhibiting the enzyme acetylcholinesterase. This leads to accumulation of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine, overstimulating nicotinic and muscarinic receptors. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, bronchoconstriction, sweating, and muscle fasciculations. Without treatment, respiratory failure and death can occur. Therapy involves atropine to block muscarinic effects, pralidoxime to reactivate acetylcholinesterase, benzodiazepines for seizures, and supportive care including ventilation. Complications can include intermediate syndrome of muscle weakness and delayed polyneuropathy.
The management of scorpion stings focuses on controlling autonomic dysfunction, pain, and fluid management. Prazosin is given to control autonomic dysfunction by suppressing sympathetic outflow. Pain can be managed with benzodiazepines, NSAIDs, or local anesthetics. Fluid loss is addressed through oral rehydration or IV fluids if needed. Pulmonary edema, a result of myocardial dysfunction, is treated with dobutamine and vasodilators like sodium nitroprusside to decrease afterload without compromising preload. Scorpion antivenom has not been proven effective.
This document describes a retrospective study of 25 children admitted to a hospital in Chhattisgarh, India with scorpion envenomation. The majority of cases occurred in rural areas from June to September and involved boys under 10 years old. Common symptoms included hypertension, sweating, vomiting and fever. Prazosin was the primary treatment and most cases responded well with complete recovery. Timely administration of prazosin was found to be important for reducing morbidity.
A 14-year-old boy presented to the emergency department with symptoms of an autonomic storm after being bitten by a scorpion. He was diagnosed with scorpion sting in autonomic storm. He was given prazosin, hydrocortisone, and other supportive treatments. His condition stabilized and he was discharged after 6 days. Scorpion stings can cause local effects and a systemic autonomic storm response due to neurotoxins that affect sodium channels and induce catecholamine release. Prazosin is an effective treatment as it blocks alpha receptors and counters the effects of venom.
This document provides information on the diagnosis and treatment of malaria. It discusses:
- Diagnosis of malaria through blood smears, identifying the Plasmodium species under microscopy. Rapid diagnostic tests are also used.
- Treatment of uncomplicated malaria caused by P. vivax and P. falciparum with antimalarial medications like chloroquine, primaquine, and artemisinin-based combination therapies depending on species and drug resistance.
- Definition and treatment of complicated/severe malaria involving organ dysfunction, with immediate parenteral antimalarials in hospital followed by a complete oral treatment course.
1) Paracetamol is metabolized in the liver and can cause toxicity in high doses by depleting glutathione levels, allowing the reactive metabolite NAPQI to damage cells.
2) For paracetamol overdose, N-acetylcysteine should be administered within 8-10 hours as an antidote to replenish glutathione levels. The treatment involves intravenous administration over 21 hours.
3) Management also involves monitoring liver function tests and providing supportive care. Liver transplantation may be considered for severe liver failure due to paracetamol poisoning.
These lecture notes were prepared by Dr. Hamdi Turkey- Pulmonologist- Department of internal medicine - Taiz university
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Scrub typhus is caused by the bacteria Orientia tsutsugamushi, which is transmitted through the bites of infected trombiculid mites. It causes an acute febrile illness with symptoms such as fever, headache, and rash. If left untreated, it can lead to complications affecting multiple organs and the case fatality rate is 7%. Diagnosis is made through serologic tests detecting antibodies or PCR detecting bacterial DNA. Treatment involves doxycycline or azithromycin antibiotics, with fever typically resolving within 1-2 days. Prevention involves wearing protective clothing, using insect repellent, and clearing vegetation to limit mite habitats.
Scrub typhus, also known as bush typhus, is a disease caused by a bacteria called ORIENTIA TSUTSUGAMUSHI.
Scrub typhus is spread to people through bites of infected chiggers (larval mites).
Most cases of scrub typhus occur in rural areas of Southeast Asia, Indonesia, China, Japan, India, and northern Australia. Anyone living in or travelling to areas where scrub typhus is found could get infected
Scrub typhus is not transmitted directly from person to person; it is only transmitted by the bites of vectors
Chiggers are abundant in locales with high relative humidity (60%–85%), low temperature (20°C–30°C), low incidence of sunlight, and a dense substrate-vegetative canopy.
Occupational risk is higher in farmers (aged 50–69 years), females.
This document provides an overview of common accidental poisonings in children. It discusses the epidemiology of poisoning, approach to the poisoned patient, and specific treatments for several common ingestions including acetaminophen, aspirin, lead, hydrocarbons, corrosives, iron, and carbon monoxide. For each poisoning, it describes clinical manifestations, diagnostic tests, and nursing interventions and treatment.
This document discusses acute encephalitis in India. It defines acute encephalitis and acute encephalitis syndrome. Japanese encephalitis virus is a major cause of AES in India, transmitted via Culex mosquitoes between pigs, birds and humans. The document outlines the epidemiology, clinical features, diagnosis and management of AES. It emphasizes the importance of vaccination and vector control in prevention and control of AES in India.
Pneumonia is an inflammatory lung condition caused by infection, usually bacterial or viral. It is characterized by consolidation of the lungs due to inflammatory exudate, bacteria, and white blood cells filling the alveoli. Pneumonia can be classified as lobar or bronchopneumonia based on location in the lungs and as community-acquired or hospital-acquired based on where infection was contracted. Treatment involves use of antibiotics to eradicate the infecting organism as well as supportive care like oxygen supplementation. Antibiotic selection is based on suspected pathogen, patient age and health status, and severity of illness.
This document outlines the various diagnostic tests, guidelines, and treatment approaches for pneumonia. It discusses sputum microscopy and culture, as well as tests for bacteria, fungi, viruses, and other pathogens. Guidelines are provided for empiric antibiotic therapy for community-acquired pneumonia based on severity and risk factors. Diagnostic testing and treatment approaches are also described for healthcare-associated pneumonia and specific organisms like Pseudomonas and Legionella. The document emphasizes the importance of supportive care and preventing pneumonia through vaccination and infection control practices.
Organophosphorus compounds are widely used as pesticides and chemical weapons. They work by inhibiting acetylcholinesterase, leading to accumulation of acetylcholine and overstimulation of nicotinic and muscarinic receptors. Clinical features include excessive secretions, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, weakness and respiratory failure. Treatment involves decontamination, atropine to block muscarinic effects, pralidoxime to reactivate acetylcholinesterase, and supportive care. Prognosis depends on prompt diagnosis and treatment, with mortality risks highest within 24 hours from respiratory or cardiac failure.
Cerebral malaria is a serious complication of Plasmodium falciparum infection that commonly affects children and non-immune adults, causing decreased consciousness ranging from drowsiness to coma. Late stage parasites cause aggregation of red blood cells in the brain, leading to capillary plugging, anoxia, and hemorrhage. Renal failure is also common, resulting from deposition of hemoglobin in renal tubules and decreased blood flow. Other complications include non-cardiogenic pulmonary edema, hypoglycemia from hepatic dysfunction, acidosis, anemia, thrombocytopenia, and jaundice. Chronic complications include tropical splenomegaly and quartan malarial nephropathy.
Organophosphate poisoning occurs when organophosphate compounds such as insecticides and nerve agents inhibit the enzyme acetylcholinesterase. Symptoms range from mild effects like blurred vision and excess saliva to severe effects like respiratory failure and death. Treatment involves atropine to block acetylcholine effects and pralidoxime or obidoxime to reactivate acetylcholinesterase. Nursing care focuses on maintaining airway, breathing, circulation and preventing infection while the toxic substances are metabolized and excreted from the body. Organophosphate poisoning is a significant global health problem causing millions of hospitalizations annually.
Japanese encephalitis is caused by a flavivirus transmitted via Culex mosquitoes. It primarily affects children in rural Asia. The virus infects the brain, causing an initial prodromal stage of fever and headache followed by more severe neurological symptoms in the acute stage such as altered consciousness and seizures. Around 30-50% of survivors experience long-term neurological or psychiatric sequelae. Diagnosis involves detecting IgM antibodies or isolating the virus. There is no cure, so treatment is supportive. Prevention relies on mosquito control and vaccination programs.
Brucellosis is caused by bacteria of the genus Brucella and is a major zoonotic disease transmitted from animals to humans. It causes flu-like symptoms such as fever, sweats, and joint pain in humans. The disease is widespread globally in areas where infection is common in livestock like sheep, goats and cattle. Diagnosis involves serological tests to detect antibodies and culturing Brucella from blood or tissues. Treatment requires prolonged antibiotic therapy. Vaccination of livestock and pasteurization of dairy products are important for control and prevention.
Scorpion envenomation is a major public health problem worldwide, especially in developing countries like Iraq. Over 1.2 million scorpion stings occur annually, resulting in around 3250 deaths. The two most common scorpion families in Iraq are Scorpionidae and Buthidae. Androctonus crassicauda and Hottentotta saulcyi account for a large percentage of scorpion stings in Iraq. Scorpion venom contains various toxins that can cause a range of symptoms from local effects to potentially lethal systemic effects affecting the cardiovascular, respiratory, and neurological systems. Clinical manifestations depend on several factors and range from mild to potentially fatal symptoms.
An acute asthma exacerbation is an acute worsening of asthma symptoms requiring urgent medical treatment. The document outlines the management of acute asthma exacerbations in children, with a focus on risk assessment, treatment goals, medications, and handling severe exacerbations requiring intensive care. Key points include using inhaled short-acting beta-agonists as first-line treatment, adding oral corticosteroids for incomplete responses, and considering intravenous magnesium sulfate or beta-agonists for refractory cases. Close monitoring and supportive care including oxygen are also emphasized.
Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs that can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. It causes inflammation in the air sacs of the lungs called alveoli. Risk factors include smoking, respiratory infections, old age, and reduced immune defenses. Pneumonia is diagnosed based on symptoms, physical exam findings, chest x-ray results, and lab tests. Treatment depends on severity and may involve antibiotics, with choices guided by patient risk factors and location of care. Complications can include sepsis, lung abscess, respiratory failure, and death, especially in severe cases requiring intensive care.
Organophosphate poisoning is caused by pesticides and chemical weapons inhibiting the enzyme acetylcholinesterase. This leads to accumulation of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine, overstimulating nicotinic and muscarinic receptors. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, bronchoconstriction, sweating, and muscle fasciculations. Without treatment, respiratory failure and death can occur. Therapy involves atropine to block muscarinic effects, pralidoxime to reactivate acetylcholinesterase, benzodiazepines for seizures, and supportive care including ventilation. Complications can include intermediate syndrome of muscle weakness and delayed polyneuropathy.
The management of scorpion stings focuses on controlling autonomic dysfunction, pain, and fluid management. Prazosin is given to control autonomic dysfunction by suppressing sympathetic outflow. Pain can be managed with benzodiazepines, NSAIDs, or local anesthetics. Fluid loss is addressed through oral rehydration or IV fluids if needed. Pulmonary edema, a result of myocardial dysfunction, is treated with dobutamine and vasodilators like sodium nitroprusside to decrease afterload without compromising preload. Scorpion antivenom has not been proven effective.
This document describes a retrospective study of 25 children admitted to a hospital in Chhattisgarh, India with scorpion envenomation. The majority of cases occurred in rural areas from June to September and involved boys under 10 years old. Common symptoms included hypertension, sweating, vomiting and fever. Prazosin was the primary treatment and most cases responded well with complete recovery. Timely administration of prazosin was found to be important for reducing morbidity.
This document discusses the clinical presentation and management of scorpion stings in Saudi Arabia. It describes the local and systemic manifestations which can include pain, numbness, fever, hypertension, respiratory distress, and neurological effects. Treatment involves initial first aid, monitoring vital signs, antivenom administration within 4 hours for high risk patients, and managing complications. Unknown stings should be observed for 6-12 hours to identify scorpion stings based on developing symptoms, with anaphylaxis treated with epinephrine and steroids and consideration of infectious disease consultation for potential vector-borne illnesses.
Scorpions are arachnids that can live up to 15 years and are found on every continent except Antarctica. They have an exoskeleton body divided into sections and use their pincers and venomous tail to kill prey like insects and other scorpions. About 25 of the over 1,500 known species can kill humans with their venom, but scientists also study scorpion venom to develop medications that may help treat diseases like cancer. Scorpions have inhabited the Earth for over 400 million years and there are likely many more undiscovered species.
This document summarizes the epidemiology, signs and symptoms, clinical syndromes, investigations, and management of snake bites. It notes that India has the highest snakebite mortality in the world, with estimates of 83,000 bites and 11,000 deaths annually. Signs and symptoms vary depending on the type of snake but can include local swelling, pain, bleeding, shock, paralysis, and kidney injury. Investigations include blood clotting tests and urine analysis. Antivenom treatment is the primary therapy and should be given for systemic signs of envenoming like bleeding, paralysis, shock, or kidney injury.
The document provides information about emperor scorpions, including their classification, physical characteristics, habitat, and life cycle. Emperor scorpions are arachnids in the class Arachnida that can be found across parts of Africa and the Middle East. They have a segmented body, exoskeleton, many legs, and internal organs. Emperor scorpions prefer warm, moist environments and give birth to 15-40 young.
Snake Bite,Rabies,Scorpion Bite PPT – Presented By Prof.Dr.R.R.deshpande on 1...rajendra deshpande
This document provides information on snake bite treatment from an expert, Prof. Dr. R.R. Deshpande. It discusses the types of poisonous snakes in India and their distinctive features. It describes symptoms of neurotoxic and haemotoxic snake bites. The recommended treatment involves immobilizing the bitten area, applying ice or tourniquet, monitoring for symptoms, and administering Antivenom Serum intravenously if symptoms appear. It provides dosage guidelines and monitoring advice for different clinical presentations. Hospital admission is recommended for patients with bleeding, black urine or extensive paralysis.
This document provides information on first aid treatments for various conditions including snake bites, scorpion stings, bee stings, jellyfish stings, frost bite, sun glare, and rabies. It describes signs and symptoms of each condition and outlines steps for first aid such as cleaning wounds, applying cold compresses, treating for shock, and seeking urgent medical care when needed.
Snake Bite and Scorpion Stings,(Kurdistan)Znar Mzuri
This document provides information about snake bites and scorpion stings. It discusses the epidemiology, common types of snakes and scorpions, clinical effects of envenomation, signs and symptoms, grades of severity, appropriate investigations, first aid treatments, and initial hospital management. Snake bite is a medical emergency that can cause localized and systemic effects from neurotoxins, cardiotoxins, and other venom components. Scorpion stings also present varying degrees of severity and symptoms involving pain, swelling, seizures, and potentially life-threatening effects on the heart, lungs and brain. Appropriate first aid includes calling for emergency help, immobilizing the affected area, and bringing the victim promptly to the hospital for further treatment
The poem describes a night when the narrator's mother is stung by a scorpion. Villagers gather to try traditional remedies and say prayers to remove the poison from her blood. After 20 hours, the poison loses its sting. The mother expresses gratitude that the scorpion stung her and not her children.
"Snake Bite Management in Indian Context" by Dr Subhash Ranjan NM,VSMsranjan
I have summed up this presentation with practical point of view. I have shot myself majority of the snakes and feel they should be understood by the community. Some of them are venomous (not poisonous)! The management is syndromic approach and I feel this ppt would be beneficial to medical students.
This document summarizes information about insect bites and stings. It categorizes insects as either venomous or non-venomous, and describes their signs, symptoms, and methods of biting or stinging. For treatment, it recommends local wound care, oral antihistamines, adrenaline, and antibiotics in some cases. Prevention methods include protective clothing and insect repellent. It also provides details about Paederus dermatitis, a skin reaction caused by contact with certain beetles.
Snake bite is one of the major public health problems in the tropics. It is also emerging as an occupational disease of agricultural workers. In view of their strong beliefs and many associated myths, people resort to magico –religious treatment for snake bite thus, causing delay in seeking proper treatment.
Snake bites is a particularly important public health problem in rural areas of tropical and subtropical countries situated in Africa, Asia, Oceania and Latin America.
Snake bites are a major public health issue in India, with estimates of 200,000 bites and 15,000-20,000 deaths annually. The document discusses the epidemiology, types of venomous snakes, clinical effects of envenomation, and management of snake bites. Management involves first aid measures like immobilization of the bite area, administration of antivenom serum, and supportive care. Antivenom serum is most effective when given within 4 hours of the bite to neutralize the venom, and mechanical ventilation may be needed if respiratory failure occurs from neurotoxic or systemic effects of the venom.
The document discusses strategies to prevent lung injury in preterm infants requiring mechanical ventilation. It notes that preterm infants have structurally immature lungs that are often surfactant deficient, fluid filled, and not supported by a stiff chest wall, making them highly susceptible to lung injury from ventilation. It emphasizes establishing and maintaining an optimal functional residual capacity to prevent atelectrauma through techniques like nasal CPAP, early surfactant administration, and lung recruitment maneuvers while aiming to use the lowest possible oxygen levels and pressures to avoid volutrauma and oxygen toxicity. The goal is to open and stabilize recruited areas of the lung to allow for a more homogeneous distribution of tidal volumes without overinflation.
Congenital heart disease is a major concern for pediatricians. It affects around 8 in 1000 live births, with 3 in 1000 considered "critical" cases requiring early intervention. Life-threatening forms may not present obvious symptoms initially, making diagnosis difficult. Early recognition through a high index of suspicion is key to reducing mortality and morbidity. Certain heart defects can cause cardiovascular collapse if not treated emergently in the neonatal period. The diagnosis and management of ductus-dependent heart disease is especially challenging.
The document discusses sepsis and septic shock. It defines sepsis as a complex syndrome that develops due to an amplified and dysregulated host response to infection. Septic shock is presented as a form of shock that is a combination of distributive, cardiogenic and hypovolemic shock. Early diagnosis of septic shock requires a high index of suspicion and can be recognized through signs of altered perfusion before hypotension occurs. The document outlines treatments for septic shock including rapid fluid resuscitation and vasopressor support.
This document discusses congenital heart disease in newborns. It notes that over half of congenital heart diseases are missed during routine neonatal examinations, and one third are missed at the 6 week examination. Early recognition and timely referral to a pediatric cardiologist is key to reducing mortality and morbidity from congenital heart diseases. Some life-threatening congenital heart diseases may not show obvious signs early after birth, making diagnosis difficult for pediatricians. The document provides classifications of congenital heart diseases, discusses common presentations in newborns, and emphasizes the importance of a high index of suspicion to properly diagnose and manage newborns with potential congenital heart issues.
Este documento discute disfunção respiratória (pulmonar) grave. Em 3 frases:
1) A disfunção respiratória ocorre quando o sistema respiratório não consegue manter os níveis normais de oxigênio e gás carbônico no sangue.
2) Ela pode ser classificada como tipo I (hipoxêmica) ou tipo II (hipercápnica) dependendo dos níveis de oxigênio e gás carbônico no sangue.
3) O diagnóstico é feito através de
The poem describes an event where the poet's mother is stung by a scorpion one rainy night. The villagers react superstitiously, believing the scorpion to be evil and chanting religious sayings. They search for the scorpion but do not find it. The poet's rational father tries medical remedies to counter the poison. After many hours, the poison loses its strength and the mother recovers, expressing gratitude that the scorpion stung her and not her children.
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Typhoid fever is caused by the bacterium Salmonella typhi. It remains a major public health problem worldwide, especially in parts of Asia, Africa and Latin America. In India, typhoid is endemic and a study showed 1% of children under 17 get typhoid each year. S. typhi only infects humans. People with typhoid can spread the infection through their feces and urine until they are treated. Carriers also spread infection asymptomatically. Prevention strategies include immunization, water purification, improved sanitation, and identifying and treating carriers. Symptoms include sustained fever, abdominal pain, and constipation or diarrhea. Complications can be serious without treatment.
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The document discusses guidelines for preventing and treating pertussis. It recommends Tdap vaccination during pregnancy, especially in the 3rd trimester, to help prevent transmission of pertussis from mother to newborn. Post-exposure prophylaxis with antibiotics is recommended for close contacts of confirmed pertussis cases to prevent symptomatic infection. Azithromycin is the recommended treatment for both symptomatic pertussis and post-exposure prophylaxis.
Neonatal sepsis occurs when pathogenic organisms enter the bloodstream of newborns, potentially causing infections like septicemia, pneumonia, and meningitis. It accounts for 15-47.7% of neonatal deaths worldwide. Symptoms develop within 3 days (early onset) or after 3 days (late onset) and include pallor, apnea, bulging fontanel, and poor feeding. Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus and Klebsiella are common causes. Diagnosis involves sepsis screening and CSF analysis. Treatment requires appropriate antibiotics based on culture and supportive care like IV fluids and oxygen. Outcomes depend on the infant's weight and maturity as well as the causative organism and treatment
- The document discusses the National Rabies Prevention and Control Program in the Philippines, with a vision of achieving a rabies-free country by 2030. It outlines the program's goals, partners involved, and approaches which include socio-cultural, technical, organizational, political and resource-based strategies.
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Cardiac and respiratory support 2017 [modo de compatibilidade]Antonio Souto
O documento discute o suporte cardiorrespiratório no paciente pediátrico, abordando tópicos como transporte de oxigênio, hipóxia, insuficiência respiratória, choque e reanimação cardiopulmonar.
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O documento discute a exposição tóxica em crianças, destacando que a maioria das exposições são acidentais e ocorrem na residência. Apresenta dados sobre casos notificados no Brasil e discute a abordagem geral do paciente intoxicado, incluindo estabilização, descontaminação e uso de antídotos. Conclui que a prevenção é o principal tratamento e que procedimentos iatrogênicos de descontaminação ainda são comuns.
Suporte básico de vida em pediatria 2013Antonio Souto
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O documento discute as diretrizes para ressuscitação cardiopulmonar em crianças, incluindo técnicas de compressão torácica, ventilação, drogas e cuidados pós-ressuscitação.
O documento discute o uso de drogas vasoativas, especificamente noradrenalina, no tratamento de choque séptico em pediatria. Há controvérsias sobre o tema devido à escassez de estudos clínicos controlados e às recomendações não serem baseadas em evidências sólidas. O estado hemodinâmico em choque séptico é heterogêneo e variável, tornando difícil a definição de protocolos universais.
O documento discute distúrbios ácido-básicos. A gasometria fornece informações sobre o pH, eletrólitos, gás carbônico e oxigênio no sangue para diagnosticar tais distúrbios. Um pH abaixo de 7.35 indica acidemia enquanto um pH acima de 7.45 indica alcalemia. É importante analisar o pH, gás carbônico e bicarbonato para determinar se o distúrbio primário é respiratório ou metabólico.
O documento discute o tratamento do traumatismo cranioencefálico grave em crianças, abordando os seguintes pontos: a fisiopatologia da lesão primária e secundária, a classificação e fatores associados à gravidade, o atendimento inicial e medidas para estabilização e redução da pressão intracraniana, além de exames complementares e o monitoramento da pressão intracraniana.
Este documento fornece uma introdução sobre vinhos, abordando tópicos como enólogos, sommeliers, vinhos varietais e de corte, escolha de taças, decantação, rolhas, leitura de rótulos e serviço de vinho na temperatura correta. O autor sugere formas de aproveitar melhor a experiência com vinhos, como cursos, visitas a vinícolas e experimentação de diferentes estilos e países.
Este documento fornece protocolos de conduta para a UTI Neonatal/Berçário do Hospital Padre Albino em Catanduva, incluindo diretrizes sobre suporte hidroeletrolítico, nutricional, ventilatório e prevenção de infecção neonatal.
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2) ALI/ARDS results in diffuse alveolar damage caused by the release of inflammatory cytokines and mediators from activated macrophages that disrupt the alveolar-capillary membrane.
3) The standard treatment focuses on supportive care and mechanical ventilation with a lung protective strategy to prevent further lung injury, while the effectiveness of pharmacotherapy remains limited due to insufficient evidence.
The document discusses the use of dopamine as a treatment for refractory septic shock in pediatrics. It presents arguments in favor of dopamine ("Pro"), noting that unlike adults, pediatric patients with fluid-refractory shock are often hypodynamic and respond well to inotrope and vasodilator therapy such as dopamine. The document reviews several studies that have tested the guidelines for hemodynamic support of newborns and children in septic shock, finding indirect and direct support for the utility and efficacy of the goal-directed recommendations. However, the choice of vasopressor remains open and controversial with many unanswered questions.
Conduta médica na unidade de emergênciaAntonio Souto
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3. Factors that may indicate further resuscitative efforts are futile include most cardiac arrests associated with blunt trauma or septic shock, while certain characteristics like icy
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Princípíos básicos de ventilação mecânicaAntonio Souto
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Scorpion envenomation
1. Scorpion envenomation
Antonio Souto
acasouto@bol.com.br
Médico coordenador
Unidade de Medicina Intensiva Pediátrica
Unidade de Medicina Intensiva Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
Professor de Pediatria nível II
Faculdades Integradas Padre Albino
Catanduva / SP
2. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
Important public health hazard in tropical and
sub-tropical regions
The annual number of scorpion stings cases exceeds 1.23
million, of which over 32250 may be fatal
Brazil:
•8.000 /year
•3 /100.000 habitants
•50% Minas Gerais e São Paulo
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
3. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Dr. Antonio Souto
Hospital Padre Albino
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
4. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Dr. Antonio Souto
Hospital Padre Albino
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
5. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Dr. Antonio Souto
Hospital Padre Albino
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
6. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
•60s and 70s, cases fatality rate of up to 30%
•Since the advent of vasodilators prazosin, captopril,
nifedipine, sodium nitroprusside, hydrazine, scorpion
antivenom and intensive care management the fatality is
dropped to
<2-4%.
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
7. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
•Tityus serrulatus scorpion venom has shown to be
more deleterious to children than to adults
•This effect is suggested to be body weight dependent.
•The children would have higher venom concentration in
their body liquids.
•More severe systemic symptoms, including higher
lethality.
•Buthidae species can result a life threatening systemic
effects
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
8. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
T. serrulatus
T. stigmurus
Dr. Antonio Souto
T. bahiensis
T. metuendus
acasouto@terra.com.br
T. obscurus
2013
9. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
Familia Buthidae (Hemiscorpius Lepturus)
Genero
•Buthus (Mediterranean Spain to the Middle East)
•Parabuthus (western and southern Africa)
•Hottentotta (South Africa to south east Asia)
•Leiurus (northern Africa and middle East)
•Androctonus (northern Africa to southeast Asia)
•Centruroides (southern united states, Mexico, central
America and Caribbean)
•Mesobuthus (through out the Asia)
Tityus (central America, south America
and the Caribbean)
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
10. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
•Arthropods in the class Arachnid
•Viviparous and cannibalistic
Scorpion have been able to survive in heat, drought,
freezing conditions for weeks, desert condition and
starvation for months and total immersion of water for
days.
Survival independent of ecological
condition
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
11. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
Scorpion Venom
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
12. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
Scorpion Venom
Cocktail
•Low molecular weight basic proteins, neurotoxins,
nucleotides, aminoacids, oligopeptides, cardipotoxins,
nephrotoxin, hemolytic toxins, phosphodiesterase,
phospholipase A, hyaluroinidase.
•Acetylcholineesterase, glycosaminoglycans, histamine,
serotonin. 5-hydroxyptamine and proteins that inhibit
protease, angiotensinase and succinate –dehydrogenese,
ribonuclease, 5- nucleotidase.
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
13. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Dr. Antonio Souto
Hospital Padre Albino
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
14. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Dr. Antonio Souto
Hospital Padre Albino
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
15. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
Scorpion Venom
The lethality varies with species
•Venom almost complete absorption would occur in 7-8
hours
•70% of maximum concentration in the blood within 15
minutes
•Half life of intravenously injected venom is between 4 to 7
minutes
•Takes 4.2 to 13.4 hours for elimination from blood.
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
16. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
Regulating venom ejections
This ability explains the variation of
intensity of symptoms and existence of
“dry” sting without envenoming.
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
17. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
Scorpion Venom
Neurotoxins
Highly lethal than neurotoxin of snake venom.
The LD50 of some neurotoxins 10 fold more potent than
cyanide
Act mainly on excitable cells of nerves and muscles
Intense and persistent depolarization of autonomic nerves
with massive release of autonomic neuromuscular
neurotransmitter.
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
18. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
“autonomic storm”
Clinical laboratory data reporting
increased catecholamine metabolite excretion
and elevated plasma renin and aldosterone
are consistent with the stimulatory effects
of the venom on the autonomic nervous system.
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
19. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
Clinical effects
•depends upon the species of scorpion
•dose of venom injected
Severity
•Age
•Time between sting and hospitalization
•Children with 3.9-10% fatality irrespective of
intensive care management from Israel, Turkey
and India
Clinically “autonomic storm”
releasing massive amounts of catecholamines
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
20. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
Transient parasympathetic stimulation
vomiting, profuse sweating, ropy salivation, bradycardia,
ventricular pre mature contraction, priapism in male,
hypotension
Prolonged sympathetic stimulation
cold extremities, hypertension, tachycardia, pulmonary
edema and shock
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
21. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
Clinical manifestations/ severity
4 grades
Grade 1: severe excruciating local pain radiating along with corresponding
dermatomes, mild local oedema, without systemic involvement.
Grade 2: signs and symptoms of autonomic storm characterized by acetyl
choline excess or parasympathetic stimulation and sympathetic stimulation
Grade 3: cold extremities, tachycardia, hypotension or hypertension with
pulmonary edema (Respiratory rate > 24 per minute, basal rales or
crackles in lungs).
Grade 4: tachycardia, hypotension with or without pulmonary
edema with warm extremities (warm shock).
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
22. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
Sixteen scientists (Algeria, Argentina, Bolivia,
Egypt,
India, Israel, Mexico, Morocco, Saudi Arabia, Tunisia and Turkey).
2009 consensus was reached
Class I : Local manifestations
Class II : Systemic involvement
Class III : Cardiogenic failure, hypotension, ventricular
arrhythmia, bradycardia, cardiovascular collapse,
Respiratory failure- cyanosis, dyspnoea, pulmonary
edema, neurological failure
Glasgow score < 6 (in absence of sedation), paralysis.
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
23. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
Local Manifestations
•Soon after sting
•Severe radiating pain
•Inconsolable, incessant crying in a child due to pain
there is transient tachycardia, rise in blood pressure,
mild sweating but extremities are warm.
Severe pain without systemic involvement
suggestive of benign or dry sting by
venomous species.
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
24. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
Systemic Manifestations
Vomiting : due to autonomic storm often is due to
serotonic content of venom
Profuse sweating : sweat literally flows all over body
Clinically it is called “skin diarrhea”, persist for 3-17 hours.
Salivation : Thick ropy salivation due to stimulation
of bronchial mucus glands, contributing factors for
respiratory failure, occurs soon after sting and
it persists for 2-4 hours.
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
25. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
Priapism : seen in almost all victims of pediatric age
Priapism is diagnostic of venomous envenoming
but its absence or disappearance did not correlate the
outcome.
It persists for 5-16 hours.
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
26. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
Vomiting, sweating, salivation, priapism a
diagnostic cardiac signs and symptoms of
scorpion sting suggestive of free circulating
venom in the blood,
can be accessible to antivenin
therapy.
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
27. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
Cardiovascular system mostly affected by venomous
sting.
Clinical manifestations depends upon the duration
of envenoming.
Hypertension, cardiac arrhythmias,
tachybradycardia, pulmonary edema,
hypotension and shock are not the
different syndromes but of one process
of ongoing autonomic storm.
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
28. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
Tityus serrulatus
The cardiovascular manifestations
Arterial hypertension or hypotension, heart failure,
pulmonary edema, shock and electrocardiographic
changes.
“acute myocardial infarction-like
pattern.”
The American Journal of Cardiology, 67:7; 655-657
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
29. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
Tityus serrulatus
The cardiovascular manifestations
Myocardial damage and depressed left ventricular
systolic function.
Pulmonary edema attributed to left ventricular failure
or to increased pulmonary vascular permeability.
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
30. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
Hypertension :
Hyper-renemia and sympathetic stimulation
rapid and significant increase level of epinephrine,
norepinephrine, endothelin, atrial nitriuretic peptide.
Accumulation of angiotensin II accelerate the myocardial
injury and oxygen demand.
Alpha receptors stimulation.
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
31. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
Hypertension :
45-70% within 30 minutes to 8 hours with Bradycardia
Main complaints are headache, chest discomfort,
suffocation and per oral parasthesia.
Children look agitated confused and have propped up
eyes, oculogyric phenomenon, puffy face, decreased level
of consciousness and convulsions;
If untreated the hypertensive effect is long lasting and
result in development of myocardial failure and pulmonary
dema
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
32. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
Tachycardia :
Raised level of circulating catecholamines by toxin on beta
adrenergic receptors
5-20% after 6-7 hours supraventricular tachycardia (heart
rate 110-240 per minute)
Sudden onset of tachycardia occurs in a recovering
hospitalized patient
Impaired left ventricular filling, reduction in cardiac out put
due to mark tachycardia particularly in children result in
delirium and convulsion due to anoxia to the brain
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
33. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
Hypotension :
Hypovolemia and cardiac arrhythmias.
Reduction in systemic vascular resistance a hypokinetic
phase accompanied by raised heart rate, hypotension
with shock reflecting an alter left ventricular contractility.
Depletion of catecholamines from nerve terminals
because of autonomic storm.
Venom inhibits kinase II enzyme and lead to accumulation
of bradykinin a neuromuscular agent incriminated for
development of pulmonary edema and hypotension
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
34. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
Pulmonary edema
Develop within 30 minutes with severe hypertension and
may develop after 36 hours of sting with hypotension
and tachycardia.
Acute onset of tachydyspnoea, tachycardia, summation
gallop, systolic murmur, cold extremities, sudden onset of
intractable cough, bilateral moist rales and low volume fast
thready pulse.
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
35. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Dr. Antonio Souto
Hospital Padre Albino
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
36. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Dr. Antonio Souto
Hospital Padre Albino
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
37. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Dr. Antonio Souto
Hospital Padre Albino
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
38. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Dr. Antonio Souto
Hospital Padre Albino
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
39. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
Management
Fluid loss
vomiting, sweating and salivation
correct the fluid balance
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
40. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
Management
Scorpion antivenom (SAV) :
Without skin test,
Administered as early as possible and through venous
route
•SAV is specific treatment of scorpion sting’s therapy
•Randomized controlled trials
•Antivenom resolved the neurological manifestations
within four hours.
•SAV reduced the levels of circulating unbound venom.
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
41. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
Management
Prazosin
Alpha receptors stimulation plays an important role in the
pathogenesis of scorpion sting.
Phosphodisterase inhibitor, it reduces preload and left
ventricular impedance without raising heart rate.
Prazosin is a physiological antidote to scorpion venom
actions
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
42. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Dr. Antonio Souto
Hospital Padre Albino
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
43. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
Management
Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor captopril
improves the pulmonary edema and cardiogenic shock
due to scorpion sting.
Victims who presented in hypokinetic phase due to both
ventricular dysfunction, clinically characterized by
hypotension, shock, tachycardia, delirium with or without
pulmonary edema and warm extremities,
Dobutamine infusion 5-20 microgram /kg/min.
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
44. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
Management
Nitroglycerine (NTG) drip 0.5 to 5 microgram /kg/min by
improving heart dysfunction and reduction in pulmonary
congestion.
Venodilator action of NTG reduces the preload of the
heart and it improves the intrapulmonary shunting and
also relaxes the epicardial coronary arteries and its
collaterals.
Amiodarone improves the survival by reduction of
serum nor-epinephrine level in four children with scorpion
sting
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
45. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Dr. Antonio Souto
Hospital Padre Albino
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
46. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
antivenin therapy
antivenin therapy
4-5 ampoules (moderate)
8-10 ampoules (severe)
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
47. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Dr. Antonio Souto
Hospital Padre Albino
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
48. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
•Tityus species of scorpions are endemic to South
America, particularly Brazil. An F(ab)2 for Tityus
serrulatus antivenom is available from Fundação
Ezequiel Dias (FUNED), in Belo Horizonte,
Brazil.
•T. serrulatus envenomation treated with antivenom,
vomiting and local pain decreased within 1 hour, and
cardiorespiratory manifestations disappeared within 6 to
24 hours in all patients except the 2/18 who presented
with acute lung injury. 16/18 patients recovered
completely by 24 hours.
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
49. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
Antivenom therapy must be applied as soon as possible
after envenoming.
Antivenom preparations
•higher purity, greater potency and minimal (or absent)
side-efects
•widely shared among clinicians in charge of scorpion
envenoming, that antivenom therapy is the most efective
specific treatment of severe cases.
Its use is still justified on the basis of observations both
empiric clinical and in experimental models.
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
50. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
Keep in your mind: when in a endemic
region, we must allways think about
scorpion envenomation when we have a
child crying, vomiting, with profuse
sweating,
salivation
and
arterial
hypertension without a cause.
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013
51. UTI Pediátrica & Neonatal
Hospital Padre Albino
Thank you!
Dr. Antonio Souto
acasouto@terra.com.br
2013