Signs and Symptoms
| 1. Neurotoxicity. There appears to be definite neurotoxicity as a major clinical feature of the envenomation. Return to this step. |
| 2. Rhabdomyolysis. There are definite signs and or symptoms of rhabdomyolysis, such as myalgia or myoglobinuria. Return to this step. |
| 3. Coagulopathy. Although coagulopathy is evident, fibrinogen levels are within normal limits. This suggests the action of an anticoagulant. In such cases, the coagulopathy is often of lesser clinical importance. Return to this step. |
Likely species:
Copperheads. Clinically significant copperhead envenomation frequently involves neurological effects, and rhabdomyolitic activity is often present. The venom has anticoagulant activity also.
Mulga Snake. Mulga snake venom typically shows rhabdomyolitic and anticoagulant activity. Neurotoxicity can sometimes be of clinical significance, although commonly not so.
Collett's Snake. The clinical picture of Collett's snake envenomation resembles that of mulga snake.
Last updated: July 2005
