Suspected envenomation by the Common European adder in horses

Antivenom treatment was not associated with shorter hospital stay

Vipera berus berus is the only venomous snake present in the Nordic countries and cases of envenomation in horses are reported during the warmer months. Little is known about the presentation, treatment and survival of horses with common European adder envenomation. Clinical and laboratory findings, treatment and outcome are reported for 28 horses admitted to Helsinki University Equine Hospital in 2008-2023 due to suspicion of snake bite. Eleven of these horses received antivenom treatment. Other common treatments included non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (22/28), antimicrobials (19/28), intravenous fluid therapy (11/28), corticosteroids (9/28) and local treatment (11/28). All horses survived until discharge. No difference was ...

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Antonio Maria Tardo Med Vet PhD Emergency and critical care 15 July 2024

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Suspected envenomation by the Common European adder in horses

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Suspected envenomation by the Common European adder in horses

Scientific Publishing