Biology Reference
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Montpellier snake,
Malpolon monspessulanus
2/3
Meticulous wound management. Do not use antibiotics unless there is
evidence of infection. Wounds in patients with comorbidities (i.e., Type
2 diabetes mellitus) should be closely monitored.
DO NOT GIVE ANTIVENOM OF ANY KIND. There are no
antivenoms against these snakes and there are no data supporting any
cross-neutralization from any poly- or monovalent antivenom. Due
to this as well as the obvious high risk:low benefit profile, the use of
antivenom is contraindicated for any of these snakes.
Close follow-up is advisable.
Careful verification of the identity of the snake and documentation of
the case are integral.
Group III: Potential for mild/moderate local effects
South American racers,
Philodryas
spp.
3
Local wound care as indicated. Wounds in patients with comorbidities
(i.e., Type 2 diabetes mellitus) should be closely monitored.
Lab tests as indicated.
Antibiotics are indicated only with evidence of infection.
Tetanus prophylaxis as indicated.
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