Lethality in a ram from the bite of a Palestine viper (Vipera xanthina palestinae)
Yeruham, I.; Avidar, Y.
Veterinary and Human Toxicology 44(1): 26-27
2002
ISSN/ISBN: 0145-6296 PMID: 11824770 Document Number: 543956
A lethal bite to a 5-y-o ram from a Palestine viper is described. Severe edematous swelling in the pectoral area developed into skin, subcutaneous and muscle necrosis, accompanied by tachypnea, tachycardia, salivation and depression. Prominent biochemical findings were increased LDH, CK, urea and protein. The ram died because delayed treatment prevented successful antivenin administration.