A Guide to Direct (Peri)ocular Injuries Caused by Snakes: Systematic Review and Treatment Advice

Maarten B. Jalink, Robert P.L. Wisse

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Abstract

Ocular injuries caused by snakes are very rare, but damage can be severe. There is little evidence on the effective treatment of these injuries. The aim of this systematic review is to discuss all available literature and summarize existing experiences in a treatment advice. In January 2022, a search was performed in the PubMed database. Penetrative trauma by venomous snakebites constitute the most severe cases, and can require the evisceration of the eye. Nonvenomous snakes, mostly boas and pythons held in captivity, are also able to perforate the eye, though with a more favorable disease course. Chemical trauma by inoculation of venom occurs as well, and copious irrigation is advised in these cases. Detailed suggestions for ophthalmologic treatment are presented.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)968-973
Number of pages6
JournalThe American journal of tropical medicine and hygiene
Volume107
Issue number5
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 14 Nov 2022

Keywords

  • Animals
  • Humans
  • Snake Bites/complications
  • Snakes

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