Original Article

Rattlesnake Bites In The Eastern United States

Authors: HENRY M. PARRISH M.D., GERALD H. WIECHMANN Ph.D.

Abstract

As one analyzes the distribution of rattlesnake bites and the resulting deaths, it is evident that physicians in the Southeastern and Southern states especially are most likely to encounter this problem. Treatment leading to the most favorable outcome is outlined by the authors.

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