Avoidance of Fasciotomy in Envenomation Compartment Syndrome
Title
Avoidance of Fasciotomy in Envenomation Compartment Syndrome
Creator
Jessica Ellis
Supervising Professor
Christina Robohm
Author Keywords
Envenomation compartment syndrome Fasciotomy Pit viper envenomation Adjunct treatments for snake bite Rattlesnake bite and compartment syndrome
Abstract
ABSTRACT Compartment syndrome is a rare complication of snakebite . It is described as edema within the muscle compartment that impairs the ability of the blood and lymphatic fluid to flow out of the affected area . This can result in paralysis , muscle necrosis and even amputation . The traditional treatment for snakebite is antivenom , which reverses the local , systemic and hematological effects of venom . The definitive treatment for compartment syndrome is a surgical procedure called a fasciotomy , which is an opening in the fascia so that the muscles , nerves and blood vessels continue to receive blood and oxygen . In this literature review , antivenom remains the most appropriate treatment for envenomation compartment syndrome , while adjunct therapies such as apheresis , mannitol and hyperbaric oxygen may be added to preserve tissue and help avoid the need for fasciotomy . More investigation into these additional therapies is needed before they can be added to a standard treatment protocol .
Created
May 2014
Language
English
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Collection
Master of Physician Assistant Studies Capstone Project Collection
Submitting Institution
Carroll University
Type
Text
Format
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