Scorpion sting-induced pulmonary edema. Scintigraphic evidence of cardiac dysfunction.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
We report two cases of pulmonary edema due to scorpion sting. Radionuclide ventriculography (MUGA scan) showed localized cardiac dysfunction. The cardiac injury induced by the scorpion venom persisted for a prolonged period.
Medical subject headings
- Heart
- Pulmonary Edema
- Scorpion Stings