Snakebite in Nicoadala District, central Mozambique: a first assessment based on hospital records

Most snakebite cases involved adult women and occurred in the months of November-January in 2016-18. While basic data allow for a preliminary assessment of snakebite incidence, our study was constrained by significant knowledge gaps. These include insufficient information on (1) patients' occupation and activity; (2) time and actions taken to seek medical attention; (3) acute or long-term symptoms; (4) treatments administered; (5) length of hospitalisation and clinical outcomes; and (6) the identity of the snake species responsible. This lack of detail underscores the need for training to standardise and improve clinical documentation of snakebite cases. In addition, community-focused snakebite education is a critical public health need that would likely save many lives.