Mediterranean jellyfish sting-induced Tako-Tsubo cardiomyopathy

Abstract

Head-to-head comparison of contrastenhanced magnetic resonance imaging and electroanatomical voltage mapping to assess post-infarct scar characteristics in patients with ventricular tachycardias: real-time image integration and reversed registration.

Jellyfish envenomation: a chilling toxidrome of seizures and cyanosis - a case report

“…Sympathomimetic action of the venom is known to cause severe hypertension in a syndrome commonly called the Irukandji, which is accompanied by severe cardiotoxic manifestations mimicking a catecholamine crisis. [14] Hypertension, as described in these studies, was noted in our patient who was controlled with a direct arteriolar dilator such as cilostazol, a phosphodiesterase inhibitor, and nifedipine, a calcium channel blocker.…”

Transient Reverse Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy Following a Spider Bite in Greece

“…In the literature, takotsubo cardiomyopathy has been reported after a wasp, 10 a jellyfish sting, 11 as well as following a snake bite. 12 In addition, a few case reports of acute toxic myocarditis caused by black widow spider bites exist, 13 , 14 and it seems that magnetic resonance imaging may help in its confirmation without the need of a myocardial biopsy.…”

A case of immediate and delayed reactions after contact with a venomous mauve-stinger jellyfish in a diabetic patient

“…Although case reports of jellyfish envenomation exist [2][3][4], we were unable to find any that reported on systemic effects in people with chronic conditions.…”

“…The incidence appears to be rising due to the increasing marine activities of local populations, tourists and those who are involved in water activities. Jellyfish stings can cause a wide range of clinical manifestations ranging from skin inflammation to cardiorespiratory and other syndromes [3,4].…”