Product Description

Snakes responsible for severe envenomations are considered a real public health problem, especially in tropical countries. Yet, snake venom, which is made up of hundreds of specific substances, is used more and more in biomedical research and as a diagnostic or therapeutic tool. This text first presents a synthesis of the principal discoveries on venoms and envenomations. Then paleontology and classification of snakes as well as the biochemistry and toxicology of venoms are simply and precisely described to explain the theoretical basis of the envenomation and its treatment. Knowing the biology and behavior of snakes leads to a better identification of the circumstances of snakebites and thus supports prevention efforts. Recommendations and algorithms of treatments are proposed. This reference also lists all the antivenins produced in the world and the antivenomous plants with their therapeutic properties.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #169679 in Books
• Published on: 2006-07-01
• Format: Illustrated
• Original language: French
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 300 pages

Customer Reviews

Comprehensive Work
This book is a well-thought out and well put together must for anyone with an interest in snake venom. Regardless of a person's level, this book has something for all.
We have much to learn about the complexities of venoms and as we move towards new discoveries in the biomedical realm for these elixirs, more and more scientists will find themselves enthralled with the exploration of this aspect. This book is a great addition to any serious herpetologist's library.

Douglas Hotle
Curator of Herpetology/Serpentarium
Natural Toxins Research Center
Texas A&M University-Kingsville

A stand-out compilation of expertise in its field.
Written by scientist and snake venom expert Jean-Philippe Chippaux, Snake Venoms and Envenomations is an advanced scientific reference and resource concerning snake venoms, written especially for students, medical experts and field professionals. Chapters cover the zoology of snakes, venom toxicology, antidotes and immunotherapy for treating venoms, and the treatment and prevention of envenomations from first aid to advanced medical therapies. Snakebite is a very real public health problem, especially in specific tropical countries, yet snake venom is also a valuable biomedical substance. Snake Venoms and Envenomations provides an explicit reference of biochemistry, toxicology, and serpentine behavior and is a stand-out compilation of expertise in its field.