Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Three cats suspected of venomous Vipera palaestinae snake bites
By Michal, M T & Eran, L·Published in Veterinary and human toxicology·1999·Department of Clinical Sciences·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Suspected Vipera palaestinae envenomation in three cats.
Plain-English summary
Three cats in Israel were suspected of being bitten by a venomous snake called Vipera palaestinae. Symptoms varied among the cats, with some showing signs of severe blood issues like anemia and low platelet counts, while others had milder reactions. Despite cats being somewhat resistant to snake bites, these cases highlighted the potential dangers of envenomation. The cats' conditions depended on factors like the severity of the bite and how much time had passed since the incident. Treatment details weren't specified, but prompt veterinary care is crucial in such situations.
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Abstract
Vipera palaestinae is the only venomous snake in Israel whose envenomation is clinically significant. It is found in most of the populated areas of the country. The venom of Vipera palaestinae has hemorrhagic and neurotoxic activity. Viper snake envenomation always demonstrates local effects with or without systemic effects. Cats are considered more resistant to snake bites than other animals. Although several case reports of snakebites in cats have been published, this is the first report which describes cases of cats suspected of being bitten by Vipera palaestinae. These cases differ in their severity and in their clinical presentation. Hemoconcentration occurred in 2 cases; and anemia, hypoproteinemia, hemolysis and the appearance of nucleated erythrocytes in another. Thrombocytopenia varied from mild to moderate to severe. These variations reflect the stage and severity of envenomation, and may be due to factors in the snake and/or victim and the time lapsed since the bite occurred.
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