Envenomation by the inland taipan, Oxyuranus microlepidotus.
A case of envenomation by a three-week-old inland taipan (Oxyuranus microlepidotus)-the second recorded case of a bite by possibly the most venomous snake in the world - is reported. Evidence which supports the use of the term "inland taipan", and confirms the effectiveness of taipan antivenom in the treatment of bites by this snake, is presented.
D000328:Adult; D000997:Antivenins / Q000008:administration & dosage; D001315:Australia; D006801:Humans; D007263:Infusions, Parenteral; D009784:Occupational Diseases / Q000453:epidemiology*; D012909:Snake Bites / Q000628:therapy*; D012910:Snake Venoms / Q000506:poisoning*
D000997:Antivenins; D012910:Snake Venoms