AI Article Synopsis
- Snake bites can lead to serious health issues worldwide, with leukoencephalopathy being a rare but notable complication.
- While leukoencephalopathy is typically associated with viper bites, this report discusses an unusual case following a neurotoxic snake bite.
- The case underscores the need for healthcare providers to consider leukoencephalopathy in patients with snake bites who show neurological symptoms, especially those affecting cognitive abilities.
Article Abstract
Across the globe, snake envenomation causes significant morbidity and mortality. Although many clinical presentations and complications are observed in different types of snake bites, the incidence of leukoencephalopathy is rare. Although most cases of leukoencephalopathy are seen in viper bites, they are rarely seen in neurotoxic snake bites. In this report, we present a unique case of snake bite-induced leukoencephalopathy following a neurotoxic snake bite. The case highlights the importance of considering this rare complication in cases of snake bites presenting with neurological symptoms, particularly in those affecting higher mental functions.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10979323 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.7759/cureus.55116 | DOI Listing |
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