Successful management of third-trimester scorpion envenomation ( <i>Parabuthus maximus</i> ) in a resource-limited setting: A case report

This case illustrates that scorpion envenomation in late pregnancy poses a dual threat to both maternal and fetal well-being. Prompt recognition, continuous fetal monitoring, and the very early administration of antivenom-buttressed by multidisciplinary care-can avert catastrophic outcomes. This case provides supporting evidence that antivenom can be safe and effective during the third trimester, even in resource-constrained environments. Public education on safe first aid, including bringing the scorpion for identification, is essential.

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World Journal of Clinical Cases
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2026-01-15
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https://doi.org/10.12998/wjcc.v14.i2.114762
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Venomous Animal Envenomation and Studies
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Successful management of third-trimester scorpion envenomation ( Parabuthus maximus ) in a resource-limited setting: A case report

Felix Pius Omullo
World Journal of Clinical Cases
Venomous Animal Envenomation and Studies
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Successful management of third-trimester scorpion envenomation ( Parabuthus maximus ) in a resource-limited setting: A case report

Felix Pius Omullo
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Abstract

This case illustrates that scorpion envenomation in late pregnancy poses a dual threat to both maternal and fetal well-being. Prompt recognition, continuous fetal monitoring, and the very early administration of antivenom-buttressed by multidisciplinary care-can avert catastrophic outcomes. This case provides supporting evidence that antivenom can be safe and effective during the third trimester, even in resource-constrained environments. Public education on safe first aid, including bringing the scorpion for identification, is essential.

World Journal of Clinical CasesVol. 14(2)
Fresenius Medical Care (Germany) (DE)
Openalex Percentile: Top 88%
Venomous Animal Envenomation and Studies
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