ArticleJournal of family medicine and primary care2022
An update on epidemiology and management practices of Scorpion envenomation in India.
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- Scorpionism at the human-environment interface: an eco-epidemiological synthesis and conceptual framework.Frontiers in public health · 2026Pooled it
- A comparative study of using scorpion antivenom versus scorpion antivenom and prazosin drug for scorpion stings management in Sohag University Hospitals.BMC pharmacology & toxicology · 2025Trial
- First-Aid Practices and Knowledge Regarding Snake and Scorpion Bites Among Patients Attending Onandjokwe State Hospital, Namibia: A Hospital-Based Cross-Sectional Study.Emergency medicine international · 2026Article
- Scorpion sting envenomation: a neglected tropical disease in the shadow of global health priorities: an urgent call to action.BMJ global health · 2025Article
- Assessing the burden of Scorpionism: Epidemiological trends and health outcomes in Northwest of Iran.PLoS neglected tropical diseases · 2025Article
- Clinical Features and Outcomes of Scorpion Sting in Western Lowlands of Eritrea: A Prospective Study.Research and reports in tropical medicine · 2025Article
- Severity of scorpion envenomation in Saudi Arabia: A systematic review.Toxicology reports · 2024Review
- The geographical distribution of scorpions, implication of venom toxins, envenomation, and potential therapeutics in Southern and Northern Africa.Toxicology research · 2024Review
- First transcriptome analysis of the venom glands of the scorpionFrontiers in pharmacology · 2024Article
- Pain as a clinical parameter in severe scorpion envenomation.Journal of family medicine and primary care · 2023Article
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Abstract
Introduction: Scorpion envenomation is a life-threatening condition, particularly for children. Therefore, it is essential for primary care health providers to suspect, identify, and manage this condition early to prevent death and minimize morbidity. Objective: To identify the key epidemiological characteristics of scorpion envenomation and update the primary care health workers regarding the latest management practices of scorpion envenomation. Methodology: A non-systematic review was performed by searching the key terms on databases such as PubMed, Medline, Scopus, Google Scholar, and ResearchGate. Results: Worldwide, over 2.5 billion people are living at risk of scorpion stings. Every year, over 1.2 million are stung by scorpions leading to the death of at least 3,250 people globally. The most vulnerable group includes farmers, laborers, and those living in rural areas. Adults are most frequently stung but envenomation is more severe among children. Prazosin is a key drug to prevent death due to cardiovascular complications. Conclusion: Most of these stings and deaths could be preventable with proper awareness, safety precautions, and timely access to treatment. Government and local hospitals should ensure the availability of key drugs such as prazosin.
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