Marine creatures dangerous for divers in tropical waters

Krzyżak, Jarosław; Korzeniewski, Krzysztof

doi:10.5603/imh.2021.0052

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“…Stargazer stings cause acute pain, erythema and edema in the affected area [100]. The sting can also induce shivering, sweating, dizziness, arthralgia, shortness of breath, arrhythmia, convulsions and loss of consciousness, and potentially lead to death [101].…”

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Venomous Bites, Stings and Poisoning by European Vertebrates as an Overlooked and Emerging Medical Problem: Recognition, Clinical Aspects and Therapeutic Management

Paolino

Nicola

Avella

et al. 2023

Life

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Europe presents a high number of venomous and poisonous animals able to elicit medically relevant symptoms in humans. However, since most of the accidents involving venomous or poisonous animals in Europe are unreported, their incidence and morbidity are severely overlooked. Here we provide an overview of the European vertebrate species of greatest toxicological interest, the clinical manifestations their toxins can cause, and their treatment. We report the clinical symptoms induced by envenomations and poisoning caused by reptiles, fishes, amphibians and mammals in Europe, ranging from mild, local symptoms (e.g., erythema, edema) to systemic and potentially deadly. The present work constitutes a tool for physicians to recognize envenomation/poisoning symptoms caused by the most medically relevant European vertebrates and to decide which approach is the most appropriate to treat them.

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Section: Clinical Features Of the Stingsmentioning

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Venomous Bites, Stings and Poisoning by European Vertebrates as an Overlooked and Emerging Medical Problem: Recognition, Clinical Aspects and Therapeutic Management

Paolino

Nicola

Avella

et al. 2023

Life

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“…Tridacna (maxima clam) is a genus abundant in the Red Sea. These particularly large bivalves, reaching weights of up to 300 kg and diameters of more than 1 m, react to even the slightest ripple in the water, and their snapping lids can trap a human limb [51].…”

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Biological Threats in Diving Locations

Lewicka

Zawadzka

Siermontowski

et al. 2022

Polish Hyperbaric Research

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“…The estimated number of jellyfish sting incidents per year is approximately 150 million, with fatalities and hospitalizations occurring annually, particularly in the Indo-Pacific regions [ 6 ]. Beyond being a public health issue, jellyfish also pose obstacles to various human activities, including diving, fishing, aquaculture, and tourism [ 7 – 9 ]. However, the precise pathogenic mechanisms and constituents of jellyfish venom remain unclear, and the management of jellyfish stings continues to be an important medical topic [ 10 – 13 ].…”

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Jellyfish Stings: A Review of Skin Symptoms, Pathophysiology, and Management

Peng,

Liu,

Chen

et al. 2024

Med Sci Monit

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With the surge in the human coastal population and the increasing frequency of human activities along the coast, cases of marine envenomation, particularly jellyfish envenomation, have notably risen. Jellyfish stings can induce a spectrum of symptoms that vary in severity, encompassing skin injuries, acute systemic venom effects, delayed indirect sequelae, and even fatality, causing significant distress to patients. Among these manifestations, the occurrence of skin lesions following jellyfish stings is prevalent and substantial. These lesions are characterized by evident blister formation, development of bullae, subcutaneous hemorrhage, erythema, papules, wheal, ecchymosis, and ulceration or skin necrosis. Local cutaneous manifestations may persist for several weeks or even months after the initial sting. Despite aggressive treatment, many skin injuries still result in significant pigmentation or scarring after recovery. To address this issue effectively, it is imperative to conduct comprehensive evidence-based medical research, elucidate various components within jellyfish venom, and elucidate its pathogenic mechanism to develop targeted treatment programs. This article aims to review the skin symptoms, pathophysiology, and management of jellyfish stings. Such considerations can provide comprehensive guidance to medical professionals and the public and minimize the harm caused by jellyfish stings.

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Marine creatures dangerous for divers in tropical waters

Cited by 5 publications

References 39 publications

Venomous Bites, Stings and Poisoning by European Vertebrates as an Overlooked and Emerging Medical Problem: Recognition, Clinical Aspects and Therapeutic Management

Venomous Bites, Stings and Poisoning by European Vertebrates as an Overlooked and Emerging Medical Problem: Recognition, Clinical Aspects and Therapeutic Management

Biological Threats in Diving Locations

Jellyfish Stings: A Review of Skin Symptoms, Pathophysiology, and Management

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