ReviewMicroorganisms2024
Management Strategies for Common Animal Bites in Pediatrics: A Narrative Review on the Latest Progress.
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- Incidents of dog bites involving humans in the Khakhu Madala local area of the Thulamela sub-district, Vhembe District, Limpopo Province.South African family practice : official journal of the South African Academy of Family Practice/Primary Care · 2026Article
- Pathogens Associated with Domestic Cats (Pathogens (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Review
- Refractory Mycobacterium fortuitum skin and soft tissue infection following dog bite in a pediatric patient: a case report.BMC pediatrics · 2026Article
- A retrospective analysis of rabies post-exposure prophylaxis in Kapilvastu District, Nepal.BMC public health · 2026Article
- "One of the Hardest Things I Have to Do in the Clinic": A Survey of Veterinary Team Members' Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Regarding Nail Clipping.Veterinary sciences · 2026Article
- From injury to outcome: A mixed-methods study of animal-related injuries in a rural district of Tanzania.PLoS neglected tropical diseases · 2025Article
- Septic arthritis of knee joint after rooster attack: a case report.Journal of medical case reports · 2025Article
- Safety and tolerability of a novel monoclonal antibody cocktail for rabies post-exposure prophylaxis.NPJ vaccines · 2025Article
- Vipera Snakebite in Children: A Focus on Europe.Children (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Review
- Unfolded protein responses: Dynamic machinery in wound healing.Pharmacology & therapeutics · 2025Review
- Animal bites presenting in the pediatric emergency department at Al Qassimi Women's and Children's Hospital: a cross-sectional study.The Pan African medical journal · 2025Article
- Immunoinformatics and Reverse Vaccinology Approach for the Identification of Potential Vaccine Candidates againstMicroorganisms · 2024Article
- Pediatric Rabies Due to a Feral Cat Bite in the Amazonas Region of Peru: First Rabies Case in a Decade.Sage open pediatricsArticle
- Wild Encounters: Surgical Insights from a Case of Monkey Bite.Journal of Indian Association of Pediatric SurgeonsArticle
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Abstract
Animal bites are a common reason for children to visit primary care and emergency departments. Dog bites are the most prevalent, followed by cat bites at 20-30%. Other animals such as bats, monkeys, snakes, and rats collectively contribute less than 1% of cases. Hospitalization is necessary in only 4% of animal bite incidents. The main aim of this narrative review is to summarize the main protocols currently followed in pediatrics in cases involving the most common bites from different animal species. Analysis of the literature showed that the management of common animal bites in children presents a multifaceted challenge requiring a comprehensive understanding of the epidemiology, clinical presentation, and treatment modalities associated with each specific species. Effective wound management is paramount in reducing the risk of infection and promoting optimal healing outcomes. Additionally, tetanus vaccination status should be assessed and updated as necessary, and prophylactic antibiotics may be indicated in certain cases to prevent secondary infections. Furthermore, the role of rabies prophylaxis cannot be overstated, particularly in regions where rabies is endemic or following bites from high-risk animals. In addition to medical management, psychosocial support for both the child and their caregivers is integral to the overall care continuum. Future studies exploring the efficacy of novel treatment modalities, such as topical antimicrobial agents or advanced wound dressings, may offer new insights into optimizing wound healing and reducing the risk of complications.
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