Dangers in the ocean: the traveler and marine envenomation. II. Marine vertebrates.
Envenomation both from jellyfish and other marine animals causes human deaths and severe morbidity in many countries in the world having tropical, or subtropical waters. In part II the world distribution of venomous marine vertebrates is discussed, together with simple first aid and effective medical treatment. Suggestions are made for the awareness and prevention of marine envenomation. With travel becoming more popular than ever, general practitioners and travel medicine consultants must routinely advise their patients on the worldwide hazards of marine envenomation.
Fenner
P J
PJ
General Practitioner, Mackay, North Queensland, Honorary National Medical Officer, Surf Life Saving Australia, Adviser to WHO, AMA on marine envenomation.
D000818:Animals; D001733:Bites and Stings; D014943:Global Health; D006801:Humans; D008386:Marine Biology; D014195:Travel; D014714:Vertebrates