Clinical case reveals severe autonomic effects from Androctonus bicolor envenomation in a dog, indicating potential complications.
Key Points
This investigation aims to document the clinical manifestations and management of Androctonus bicolor envenomation in a dog, a first in veterinary literature.
Case report of a 10-year-old male dog presenting after Androctonus bicolor envenomation.
Immediate treatment involved analgesia, antihistamines, and IV fluids, followed by midazolam and phenobarbital for muscle relaxation.
Outcome assessment included monitoring clinical signs, bloodwork, and response to supportive therapy.
Initial clinical signs included dyspnea, hypersalivation, tachypnea, and muscle hypertonicity after envenomation.
Bloodwork indicated elevated C-reactive protein and pancreatic lipase activity, suggesting systemic inflammation and mild pancreatitis.
Marked clinical improvement occurred within 24 hours post supportive therapy after the second presentation.