182: Bites and Stings of Terrestrial and Aquatic Life Flashcards
What are the common bacterial infections associated with bites of land animals?
Pasteurella multocida infection, Staphylococcus intermedius infection, Capnocytophagia infection, Porphyromonas species infection, Cat scratch disease
What viral infections are associated with bites of land animals?
Rabies, Herpesvirus simiae (B virus) infection
What are the types of jellyfish stings?
Sea nettles, Portuguese Man-of-war, Box jellyfish (Cubomedusae)
What are the types of echinoderms?
Sea urchins, Starfish, Sea cucumbers
What types of dermatitis can result from marine worms?
Bristleworm dermatitis, Leech bites, Cercarial dermatitis (Clam Digger’s itch), Seabather’s eruption
What are the potential injuries caused by mollusks?
Cone snail envenomations, Octopus bites
What types of injuries can result from venomous fish spines?
Stingrays, Catfish, Scorponfish, Weeverfish, Fish spine envenomations
What are the common injuries caused by corals and sponges?
Fire coral injuries, Coral cuts, Dermatitis from sponges
What is the significance of rabies in the context of animal bites?
Rabies is a critical viral infection that can be transmitted through bites from infected animals, necessitating immediate medical attention and potential post-exposure prophylaxis.
What are the clinical implications of sea anemone dermatitis?
Sea anemone dermatitis can cause localized skin reactions, including pain, redness, and swelling, and may require symptomatic treatment depending on severity.
What is the most common type of animal bite involving humans and what percentage does it represent?
Dog bites account for 80-90% of all mammalian bites involving humans.
What are the recommended prophylactic antibiotics for hand bites?
Co-amoxiclav (Co-amox) or ceftriaxone
What is the management protocol for infected wounds from animal bites?
Infected wounds require intravenous antibiotics and surgical drainage.
What should be done for human bites that penetrate the epidermis?
Prophylactic antibiotics should be administered, specifically Co-amoxiclav or quinolones with clindamycin if the patient is penicillin allergic.
What is the clinical significance of anaerobic infections in human bites?
30% of human bites become infected with aerobic or anaerobic mouth organisms, which can lead to severe damage if the infection spreads in the metacarpal-phalangeal space.
What is the recommended action for clenched fist injuries resulting from human bites?
Clenched fist injuries should be referred to a hand surgeon due to the high likelihood of complications such as septic arthritis and osteomyelitis.
A patient presents with a dog bite on their hand. The wound is deep and shows signs of infection. What is the recommended management and antibiotic treatment?
Management includes thorough cleaning, debridement, and prophylactic antibiotics. Co-amoxiclav is the treatment of choice for hand bites, deep cat bites, scratches, and sutured wounds. If allergic to penicillin, quinolones or tetracyclines can be used. Evaluate tetanus status and consider rabies prophylaxis.
What is the primary type of animal involved in mammalian bites to humans, and what percentage do they represent?
Dog bites account for 80-90% of all mammalian bites involving humans.
Which type of animal bite is the second most common and what is the likelihood of infection compared to dog bites?
Cat bites are the second most common type and are twice as likely to become infected compared to dog bites.
What are the common types of injuries that are likely to become infected from animal bites?
Hand wounds, puncture wounds, and crush injuries are likely to become infected from animal bites.
What is the recommended management for infected hand bites?
For infected hand bites, the management includes IV antibiotics and surgical drainage.
What prophylactic antibiotics are recommended for hand bites?
Co-amoxiclav or ceftriaxone are recommended for prophylaxis in hand bites.
What should be done for deep cat bites, scratches, and sutured wounds?
For deep cat bites, scratches, and sutured wounds, cover for Pasteurella multocida with Co-amox or ceftriaxone.
What is the protocol for rabies exposure following an animal bite?
The protocol includes rabies prophylaxis and quarantine of the animal for 10 days.