Epidemiology, Clinical Features, and Management of Texas Coral Snake (Micrurus tener) Envenomations Reported to the North American Snakebite Registry.

Spencer C GreeneAnne-Michelle RuhaSharan CamplemanJeffrey BrentPaul Waxnull null

Published in: Journal of medical toxicology : official journal of the American College of Medical Toxicology (2020)

Envenomations from M. tener in Southeast Texas are characterized by painful paresthesias. Mild swelling and erythema are common. Neurotoxicity necessitating antivenom or mechanical ventilation did not occur.

Keyphrases

mechanical ventilation
acute respiratory distress syndrome
intensive care unit
respiratory failure
risk factors
extracorporeal membrane oxygenation