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This research aims to analyze snakebite patterns in rural Sri Lanka to identify prevention strategies.

March 12, 2026PLoS neglected tropical diseases0 citationsOpen Access

Snakebite patterns in rural Sri Lanka and their implications for preventive measures

AWAsela Wijayasekara ASAnjana Silva KWKosala Weerakoon

Key Points

This research aims to analyze snakebite patterns in rural Sri Lanka to identify prevention strategies.
Identified epidemiological findings relevant to snakebite occurrences.
Assessed the effectiveness of protective footwear, long-handled tools, and safer sleeping conditions.
Protective footwear could prevent 83% of D. russelii bites.
52% of H. hypnale bites could be avoided with protective footwear.
Long-handled tools could reduce hand bites from H. hypnale.
Safer sleeping environments may prevent bites from B. caeruleus.

Abstract

We identified epidemiological findings that indicate possible avenues for prevention. Protective footwear would prevent outdoor bites, including 83% D. russelii bites and 52% H. hypnale bites. Long-handled tools would prevent H. hypnale bites to the hands, and safer sleeping environments would prevent B. caeruleus bites.

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