A survey of snakebite management knowledge amongst select physicians in Hong Kong and the implications for snakebite training.

Objective: The objective of the study was to assess the level of knowledge regarding snakebite management in doctors likely to treat such bites in the Special Administrative Region of Hong Kong in the People's Republic of China. Key concerns were doctor confidence, consistency of approach, use of anti-snake venom (ASV), and ancillary treatments. Hong Kong hospitals are equipped according to developed country standards, and knowledge therefore becomes the key factor in successful management.

Hemolytic anemia after zopiclone overdose.

Introduction: Zopiclone is associated with methemoglobinemia. We report a case of zopiclone overdose manifested with another hematological complication, hemolysis.

Case: A 46-year-old woman overdosed with 50-100 tablets of 7.