Snake Bite and Related Injury
A special issue of Toxins (ISSN 2072-6651). This special issue belongs to the section "Animal Venoms".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 May 2025 | Viewed by 193
Special Issue Editor
Interests: reptiles; amphibians; herpetology; snakes; Italian wildlife
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The present Special Issue focuses on the diverse topic of snake bites and related injuries, addressing incidents involving front-fanged snakes such as Viperidae, Elapidae, and Atractaspidae, as well as non-front-fanged colubroid (NFFC) snakes from around the world. The Special Issue welcomes research articles, reviews, short notes, and case reports that explore snake bite incidents in both human and veterinary contexts, including pets such as dogs and cats, as well as livestock. Contributions examining epidemiological aspects, as well as societal perceptions of snakes and snake bites, are also encouraged. By featuring a range of studies, this issue aims to enhance the understanding of snake bite management, treatment strategies, prevention measures, and public health implications.
Dr. Matteo Riccardo Di Nicola
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- snakebite
- front-fanged snakes
- Viperidae
- Elapidae
- Atractaspidae
- non-front fanged
- NFFC
- epidemiology
- veterinary toxicology
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