Abstract
The following report summarizes the role of the intensivist in the treatment of the cardiovascular manifestations of scorpion envenomation within the intensive care unit. It emphasizes the need for a clear understanding the mechanisms involved behind the manifestations of myocardial damage and the rational approach of aggressive treatment of the overstimulated autonomic nervous system. The report emphasizes the complexity of the clinical picture and the intensivist approach based on clinical and experimental evidence, with excellent results.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1027-1029 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Toxicon |
Volume | 32 |
Issue number | 9 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1 Jan 1994 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Toxicology