Bungarus candidus Bite : A Case Report and Review Literature

Authors

  • Chumroen Chuensiripattanakul, M.D. Department of Internal Medicine, Ban Pong Hospital, Ratchaburi

Abstract

          Malayan Krait (Bungarus candidus) is one of Krait. It is neurotoxic. Symptoms and signs are similar to Cobra and King Cobrab bite. A case of 50.year-old woman was bitten by Malayan Krait is reported. The symptoms were tachycardia, hypertension, somnolence, ptosis, opthalmoplegia, mydriasis and flaccid paralysis. The management were ventilatory support and supportive cares. The patient recovered and discharged in 11 days.

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Published

2018-08-06

How to Cite

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Chuensiripattanakul C. Bungarus candidus Bite : A Case Report and Review Literature. Reg 4-5 Med J [internet]. 2018 Aug. 6 [cited 2025 Dec. 31];21(4):165-9. available from: https://he02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/reg45/article/view/138567