@article{ref1,
title="Snakebite and snake venom ophthalmia",
journal="Journal of the National Medical Association",
year="1980",
author="Ajao, O. G. and Hawtin, J. G.",
volume="72",
number="10",
pages="961-964",
abstract="Snakebite is not necessarily snake envenomation. Of about 2,500 known species of snakes, only about 40 are regarded as being dangerous. A snake will not go out of its way to attack a person and even in defense, snakes bite humans usually to dissuade and not to kill.Early surgical excision of the bitten area is regarded as a most important aspect in the management of a poisonous snakebite, and because of the side effects of horse serum, cautious use of antivenin is advised only in cases of severe systemic poisoning.When a snake spits into the eyes, prompt treatment is indicated to prevent future blindness.<p /><p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="1943-4693",
doi="",
url="http://dx.doi.org/"
}