New first-aid measures for envenomation: with special reference to bites by the Sydney funnel-web spider (Atrax robustus)

Med J Aust. 1980 Apr 19;1(8):378-9.

Abstract

The advantages of the pressure/immobilization technique as the first-aid measure for envenomation are discussed. The use of arterial tourniquets is no longer recommended in the management of any type of envenomation in Australia.

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • First Aid*
  • Haplorhini
  • Immobilization
  • Male
  • Pressure
  • Snake Bites / therapy*
  • Snake Venoms / metabolism

Substances

  • Snake Venoms