Jellyfish sting web survey: clinical characteristics and management of Rhopilema nomadica envenomation in the Mediterranean Sea

Edelist, Dor; Angel, Dror L.; Barkan, Nitza; Danino-Gozlan, Carmel; Palanker, Ana; Barak, Limor; Robertson, Emily; Bentur, Yedidia

doi:10.1007/s10113-023-02104-4

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“…The results obtained by Edelist et al on jellyfish stings in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea indicated that out of 267 total cases of jellyfish stings, 31 were treated with ice. Among these, 21 showed improvement, while 10 reported worsening or no improvement [ 62 ].…”

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Hot-Water Immersion (HWI) or Ice-Pack Treatment (IPT) as First Aid for Human Envenomation by Marine Animals? Review of Literature

Niżnik,

Jabłońska,

Orczyk

et al. 2024

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Envenomation by marine animals poses a significant health concern globally, affecting both local residents and tourists in coastal regions. The primary objective of this review is to critically evaluate the existing scientific literature to determine the most effective first-aid treatment for envenomations caused by marine animals, specifically whether hot-water immersion (HWI) or ice-pack treatment (IPT) provides the best immediate care. This comprehensive review covers a wide range of marine envenomations, from jellyfish stings to stingray injuries. While our focus is primarily on the efficacy of HWI and IPT, we also explore the role of cold-water treatment as a result of its relevance and similarity to ice-pack applications. In addition, we examine other treatments mentioned in the literature, such as medications or vinegar, and highlight their findings where applicable. To provide a clear and structured overview, we summarised the articles in separate tables. These tables categorise the type of research conducted, the marine species studied, the region of origin of the marine species, and the key findings of each study. Our analysis of the available evidence indicates a general consensus in the scientific community on the effectiveness of HWI or IPT for envenomation by marine animals. However, when treating those injuries, it is crucial to consider all factors since there is no universally superior treatment due to the diverse nature of marine habitats.

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confidence: 99%