Hot-Water Immersion (HWI) or Ice-Pack Treatment (IPT) as First Aid for Human Envenomation by Marine Animals? Review of Literature

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作者：

Niznik, Lukasz ^{[1
,2
]}

Jablonska, Karolina ^{[2
]}

Orczyk, Michal ^{[2
]}

Orzechowska, Martyna ^{[2
]}

Jasinska, Judyta ^{[2
]}

Smoliniec, Barbara ^{[2
]}

Hucko, Agnieszka ^{[2
]}

Kosowicz, Piotr ^{[2
]}

Klocek, Anna ^{[2
]}

Sloma, Pawel ^{[2
]}

Roztoczynska, Aleksandra ^{[2
]}

Toporowska-Kazmierak, Joanna ^{[2
]}

Jurowski, Kamil ^{[1
,3
]}

机构：

[1] Inst Med Expertise, Dept Regulatory & Forens Toxicol, Ul Aleksandrowska 67-93, PL-91205 Lodz, Poland

[2] Rzeszow Univ, Inst Med Studies, Med Coll, Toxicol Sci Club Paracelsus, Al Mjr W Kopisto 2a, PL-35959 Rzeszow, Poland

[3] Rzeszow Univ, Inst Med Sci, Med Coll, Lab Innovat Toxicol Res & Anal, Al Mjr W Kopisto 2a, PL-35959 Rzeszow, Poland

来源：

TOXINS | 2024年 / 16卷 / 06期

关键词：

hot-water immersion; ice packs; cold water; first aid; marine envenomation; JELLYFISH STINGS; CHIRONEX-FLECKERI; CATFISH STINGS; VENOM; HEAT; PAIN; MANAGEMENT; DISCHARGE; TRIAL; BLOCH;

D O I：

10.3390/toxins16060273

中图分类号：

TS2 [食品工业];

学科分类号：

0832 ;

摘要：

Envenomation by marine animals poses a significant health concern globally, affecting both local residents and tourists in coastal regions. The primary objective of this review is to critically evaluate the existing scientific literature to determine the most effective first-aid treatment for envenomations caused by marine animals, specifically whether hot-water immersion (HWI) or ice-pack treatment (IPT) provides the best immediate care. This comprehensive review covers a wide range of marine envenomations, from jellyfish stings to stingray injuries. While our focus is primarily on the efficacy of HWI and IPT, we also explore the role of cold-water treatment as a result of its relevance and similarity to ice-pack applications. In addition, we examine other treatments mentioned in the literature, such as medications or vinegar, and highlight their findings where applicable. To provide a clear and structured overview, we summarised the articles in separate tables. These tables categorise the type of research conducted, the marine species studied, the region of origin of the marine species, and the key findings of each study. Our analysis of the available evidence indicates a general consensus in the scientific community on the effectiveness of HWI or IPT for envenomation by marine animals. However, when treating those injuries, it is crucial to consider all factors since there is no universally superior treatment due to the diverse nature of marine habitats.

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