From sting to pacemaker: a case of complete heart block following yellow scorpion envenomation—a case report
This case underscores the potential for severe cardiac complications following scorpion envenomation, particularly conduction disturbances such as complete atrioventricular block. Although rare, healthcare providers should be aware of this life-threatening consequence and initiate prompt intervention to prevent adverse outcomes. Increased awareness and timely management can significantly improve prognosis in affected patients.
Authors
- Ali Rajabi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9491-0093)
- Mohammad Javad Zibaeenezhad (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7157-6486)
- Zahra Alizadeh (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0660-3297)
- Mahsa Borjzadehgashtaseb (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-4060-5593)
Institutions
- Shiraz University of Medical Sciences (IR)
- Alzahra Medical and Education Center (IR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Medical Case Reports
- Published
- 2025-11-27
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s13256-025-05687-0
- Primary Topic
- Venomous Animal Envenomation and Studies
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00