Endocrinological and biochemical changes of scorpionism in children in Upper Egypt

Conclusion: Endocrinological changes were common in all children with scorpion envenomation and more obvious in cases of severe envenomation. The released mediators may account for several inflammatory manifestations such as pulmonary edema, myocardial failure, systemic inflammatory response syndrome and multiple organ failure. The use of insulin is recommended in cases of severe envenomation to improve the outcome.
Source: Therapeutic Advances in Endocrinology and Metabolism - Category: Endocrinology Authors: Tags: Original Research Source Type: research