The management of snakebites in South Africa
Snake bites are common in southern Africa especially in the rural and remote areas. Although all snake bites are not venomous, people bitten by venomous snakes require urgent medical attention and many will require antivenom. In the healthcare facility, the type of toxin may be identified by the wou...
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| Main Authors: | I. Govender, J. Tumbo |
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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2019-07-01
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| Series: | South African Family Practice |
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| Online Access: | https://safpj.co.za/index.php/safpj/article/view/4971 |
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