Strokes following snakebite envenomations: A systematic review and individual patient data meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Snakebite envenomings (SBE) are an important and neglected health issue due to their frequency and potential for severe clinical outcomes. Envenomations can cause local and systemic complications, depending on the snake species, amount of venom injected, comorbidities, timing and use of antivenom, and access to health care. Systemic effects may be fatal or lead to permanent sequelae, including strokes resulting from venom-induced vascular and tissue damage. The objective of this study is to investigate the main clinical and epidemiological characteristics of individuals who developed stroke following SBE and to identify predictors of death.

Methodology/principal findings

We conducted a systematic review and individual patient data meta-analysis using a predefined

SUBMITTER: Almeida T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12677522 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature