Abstract
Ocular snake-bite injuries are quite rare away from natural habitats. However, when exotic animals are kept in captivity, the injuries sustained and their management can pose challenges when they present to their local eye department. This report describes an atypical eye injury inflicted by a python and its successful management involving surgical, laser and medical interventions. The case highlights the possible pitfalls resulting from the unusual mechanism of injury and the steps to avoid them. The article goes on to discuss the background of the injuries that can be caused by venomous and non-venomous snakes.
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Ashwin, P.T., Mehta, P., Tailor, R. et al. Challenges in the management of ocular snake-bite injuries. Int Ophthalmol 30, 633–635 (2010). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10792-009-9341-8
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