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Checkley T, Cole M, Shoja MM, Schwartz G. Progressive Ulnar Neuropathy Following a Presumed Catfish Sting. Wilderness Environ Med 2024:10806032241272131. [PMID: 39221541 DOI: 10.1177/10806032241272131] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/04/2024]
Abstract
Catfish are a highly diverse group of fish comprising more than 3500 species found in both freshwater and marine ecosystems. Upon handling, they can inflict a sting, with certain species capable of inducing significant pain and injury to the affected extremity. The prevalence of aquatic activities, such as fishing by line or manual capture ("noodling"), increases the likelihood of catfish stings, making prompt identification and treatment an important aspect of managing such encounters. A case of a presumed catfish spine injury during noodling in Tallahassee, Florida, is presented. The pectoral fin penetrated the volar aspect of the patient's right hand resulting in immediate pain and numbness. Over the course of 2 weeks, the patient developed distal ulnar neuropathy with conduction block at the wrist level. Surgical exploration revealed the ulnar nerve to be grossly intact, but the area surrounding the terminal division point of the ulnar nerve in the hand displayed infiltration by fibrous tissue that entrapped the nerve and its branches. Following surgical release of the ulnar nerve and its terminal branches from the fibrous tissue, complete resolution of distal ulnar neuropathy was achieved. In this patient's case, the absence of foreign bodies and the lack of visible nerve damage suggest that the injury to the patient's hand was largely attributable to toxin-mediated proinflammatory response and fibrosis.
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- Taylor Checkley
- Department of Medical Education, Dr Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine, Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, USA
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- Department of Medical Education, Dr Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine, Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, USA
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- Department of Medical Education, Dr Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine, Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, USA
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- Department of Medical Education, Dr Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine, Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, USA
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Sequeira VE, Aithal V, Jithendriya M. Sea urchin dermatitis with dermoscopic clues. J Travel Med 2024; 31:taae072. [PMID: 38753888 DOI: 10.1093/jtm/taae072] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2024] [Revised: 05/09/2024] [Accepted: 05/15/2024] [Indexed: 05/18/2024]
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This case series explores sea urchin spine injuries, a growing concern due to increased travel. These injuries, even in non-coastal areas, can mimic other foreign bodies and lack inflammation, posing a diagnostic challenge. Dermoscopy aided in visualization and extraction of retained spines, highlighting its utility in managing these injuries.
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- Viola Elvia Sequeira
- Department of Dermatology, St John's Medical College Hospital, Bangalore, Karnataka 560034, India
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- Department of Dermatology, St John's Medical College Hospital, Bangalore, Karnataka 560034, India
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- Department of Dermatology, St John's Medical College Hospital, Bangalore, Karnataka 560034, India
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Ingrassia JP, Milam EC, Cohen DE, Levine A. Sea Urchin Dermatitis and Synovitis Relieved by Reflectance Confocal Microscopy-Directed Spine Removal. Dermatitis 2024; 35:406-407. [PMID: 37883654 DOI: 10.1089/derm.2023.0202] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/28/2023]
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- Jenne P Ingrassia
- Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology New York University Grossman School of Medicine New York, NY USA
- New York Medical College School of Medicine Valhalla, NY USA
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- Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology New York University Grossman School of Medicine New York, NY USA
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- Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology New York University Grossman School of Medicine New York, NY USA
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- Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology New York University Grossman School of Medicine New York, NY USA
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Bloecher N, Broch OJ, Davies EJ, Pedersen MO, Floerl O. Catch my drift? Between-farm dispersal of biofouling waste from salmon pen net cleaning: Potential risks for fish health. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2024; 928:172464. [PMID: 38621535 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.172464] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2023] [Revised: 03/05/2024] [Accepted: 04/11/2024] [Indexed: 04/17/2024]
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Biofouling is a serious challenge for global salmon aquaculture and farmers have to regularly clean pen nets to avoid impacts on stock health and farms' structural integrity. The removed material is released into the surrounding environment. This includes cnidarian species such as hydroids, whose nematocyst-bearing fragments can impact gill health and fish welfare. There is also increasing evidence of the association of parasites and pathogens with biofouling organisms and cleaning fragments. It is unknown whether and how far local current regimes disperse biofouling material and whether this material reaches and interacts with adjacent pens or even neighbouring farms downstream, or wild fish populations in surrounding environments. We focussed on the cnidarian hydroid Ectopleura larynx, one of the most abundant biofouling species on Norwegian aquaculture installations. Using a 3D hydrodynamic model parameterised with physical and biological properties of hydroid particles (derived via field and laboratory studies), we simulated the dispersal of net cleaning waste from two Norwegian salmon farms. Our results demonstrate that net cleaning waste is extensively dispersed throughout neighbouring pens, and even to adjacent aquaculture facilities. Salmon were exposed to concentrations of biofouling particles up to 41-fold elevated compared to background concentrations, and for up to 30.5 h. Maximum dispersal distance of hydroid particles was 5.5 km from the point of release, achieved largely within 48 h. Least-cost distance calculations show that this distance exceeds the nearest-neighbour distance of 70 % of Norway's salmon farms (654 farms). Our study provides some evidence that actions taken to manage biofouling at salmon farms may affect neighbouring farms and surrounding natural environments. The results highlight the potential risks associated with net cleaning: the dispersal of harmful cnidarian particles, associated pathogens, and non-indigenous species, thus underlining the need for novel farming or net cleaning technologies that prevent the release of potentially harmful cleaning waste.
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- SINTEF Ocean, Trondheim, Norway; LWP Ltd., Christchurch, New Zealand
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Apostolos A, Gregoriou S. A serpiginous plaque on the flank. BMJ 2023; 383:e076682. [PMID: 37827539 DOI: 10.1136/bmj-2023-076682] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/14/2023]
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- Anastasios Apostolos
- First Department of Cardiology, Medical School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Hippokration General Hospital, Athens, Greece
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- First Department of Dermatology-Venereology, Medical School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Andreas Sygros Hospital, Athens, Greece
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Geng XY, Wang MK, Chen JH, Xiao L, Yang JS. Marine biological injuries and their medical management: A narrative review. World J Biol Chem 2023; 14:1-12. [PMID: 36741876 PMCID: PMC9896478 DOI: 10.4331/wjbc.v14.i1.1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2022] [Revised: 10/29/2022] [Accepted: 12/14/2022] [Indexed: 01/20/2023] Open
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The marine environment can be extremely dangerous, and the harm caused by marine organisms when they contact the human body can be especially harmful, even deadly. Contact includes stings, bites, wounds, and consumption as food. In this article, the characteristics of the common marine biological injuries are summarized, the major marine organisms causing damage in China’s marine waters are described, and injury prevention and treatment methods are discussed.
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- Xiao-Yu Geng
- Naval Medical Center of PLA, Naval Medical University, Shanghai 200052, China
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- Naval Medical Center of PLA, Naval Medical University, Shanghai 200052, China
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- Naval Medical Center of PLA, Naval Medical University, Shanghai 200052, China
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- Faculty of Naval Medicine, Naval Medical University, Shanghai 200433, China
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- Naval Medical Center of PLA, Naval Medical University, Shanghai 200052, China
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Dinulos JE, Dinulos JG. Present and future: infectious tropical travel rashes and the impact of climate change. Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol 2022; 130:452-462. [PMID: 36574899 PMCID: PMC9789609 DOI: 10.1016/j.anai.2022.12.025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2022] [Revised: 12/16/2022] [Accepted: 12/19/2022] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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In this article, we discuss pertinent cutaneous findings with which patients may present after travel to tropical destinations. We address arthropod-borne infectious diseases such as cutaneous leishmaniasis, Chagas disease, cutaneous larva migrans, and myiasis. We discuss other relevant diseases with cutaneous signs such as monkey pox and severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2. We provide clinicians with information regarding the background, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of these tropical rashes. In addition, we address the impact that climate change will have on the temporal and geographic incidence of these rashes. Viral, fungal, and vector-borne diseases have seen a geographic expansion into more northern latitudes. Among these are tick-borne Lyme disease, aquatic snail-related seabather's eruption, and atopic dermatitis. As these diseases spread, we believe that the updated information within this article is significant to the practicing physician in today's warming world.
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- Seacoast Dermatology, PLLC, Portsmouth, New Hampshire; Department of Dermatology, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Hanover, New Hampshire; Department of Dermatology, University of Connecticut School of Medicine, Framingham, Connecticut.
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James M, Bakkour W, Checkley A, Calonje E, Walker SL. Long‐term management options for sea urchin injury: a case series. Clin Exp Dermatol 2022; 47:2251-2254. [DOI: 10.1111/ced.15351] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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- Mariel James
- Department of Dermatology University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust London UK
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- Department of Dermatology University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust London UK
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- Hospital for Tropical Diseases University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust London UK
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- St John’s Institute of Dermatology London UK
- King’s College London London UK
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- Department of Dermatology University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust London UK
- Hospital for Tropical Diseases University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust London UK
- Faculty of Infectious and Tropical Diseases School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine London London UK
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Hayakawa M, Suzuki C, Zhou Y, Anzai H. A case of sea anemone dermatitis associated with acute renal failure caused by Phyllodiscus semoni. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2022; 36:e919-e920. [PMID: 35751863 DOI: 10.1111/jdv.18369] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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- Michitaro Hayakawa
- Department of Dermatology, Kawasaki municipal Ida hospital, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Kawasaki municipal Ida hospital, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Kawasaki municipal Ida hospital, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Kawasaki municipal Ida hospital, Kanagawa, Japan
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Coelho GR, da Silva DL, Beraldo-Neto E, Vigerelli H, de Oliveira LA, Sciani JM, Pimenta DC. Neglected Venomous Animals and Toxins: Underrated Biotechnological Tools in Drug Development. Toxins (Basel) 2021; 13:toxins13120851. [PMID: 34941689 PMCID: PMC8708286 DOI: 10.3390/toxins13120851] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2021] [Revised: 11/24/2021] [Accepted: 11/25/2021] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Among the vast repertoire of animal toxins and venoms selected by nature and evolution, mankind opted to devote its scientific attention—during the last century—to a restricted group of animals, leaving a myriad of toxic creatures aside. There are several underlying and justifiable reasons for this, which include dealing with the public health problems caused by envenoming by such animals. However, these studies became saturated and gave rise to a whole group of animals that become neglected regarding their venoms and secretions. This repertoire of unexplored toxins and venoms bears biotechnological potential, including the development of new technologies, therapeutic agents and diagnostic tools and must, therefore, be assessed. In this review, we will approach such topics through an interconnected historical and scientific perspective that will bring up the major discoveries and innovations in toxinology, achieved by researchers from the Butantan Institute and others, and describe some of the major research outcomes from the study of these neglected animals.
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- Guilherme Rabelo Coelho
- Laboratório de Bioquímica, Instituto Butantan, São Paulo 05503-900, Brazil; (G.R.C.); (D.L.d.S.); (E.B.-N.)
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- Laboratório de Bioquímica, Instituto Butantan, São Paulo 05503-900, Brazil; (G.R.C.); (D.L.d.S.); (E.B.-N.)
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- Laboratório de Bioquímica, Instituto Butantan, São Paulo 05503-900, Brazil; (G.R.C.); (D.L.d.S.); (E.B.-N.)
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- Laboratório de Genética, Instituto Butantan, São Paulo 05503-900, Brazil;
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- Laboratório de Moléstias Infecciosas—Faculdade de Medicina de Botucatu, São Paulo State University (UNESP), São Paulo 01049-010, Brazil;
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- Laboratório Multidisciplinar em Pesquisa, Universidade São Francisco, Bragança Paulista 12916-900, Brazil;
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- Laboratório de Bioquímica, Instituto Butantan, São Paulo 05503-900, Brazil; (G.R.C.); (D.L.d.S.); (E.B.-N.)
- Correspondence:
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Elhage KG, St Claire K, Daveluy S. Acetic acid and the skin: a review of vinegar in dermatology. Int J Dermatol 2021; 61:804-811. [PMID: 34350993 DOI: 10.1111/ijd.15804] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2021] [Revised: 05/25/2021] [Accepted: 07/02/2021] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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Vinegar is commonly used as a home remedy for many skin problems. It is important for dermatologists to understand the evidence supporting its use in skin disease, as well as potential adverse effects, so they can properly counsel patients on the safe use of this widely available treatment. Vinegar possesses antimicrobial and antioxidant properties that provide utility in wound care as well as bacterial and fungal infections. There is also evidence to support its use in pruritus, head lice removal, and treatment of striae gravidarum. While generally safe, inappropriate use can result in damage to the skin. In this review, we discuss the evidence supporting vinegar as a treatment for skin disease, as well as adverse events reported from misuse, to provide dermatologists the knowledge to counsel patients on the safe and appropriate use of vinegar.
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- Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, MI, USA.,Department of Dermatology, Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, MI, USA
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- Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, MI, USA.,Department of Dermatology, Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, MI, USA
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Tentacle Morphological Variation Coincides with Differential Expression of Toxins in Sea Anemones. Toxins (Basel) 2021; 13:toxins13070452. [PMID: 34209745 PMCID: PMC8310139 DOI: 10.3390/toxins13070452] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2021] [Revised: 06/25/2021] [Accepted: 06/26/2021] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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Phylum Cnidaria is an ancient venomous group defined by the presence of cnidae, specialised organelles that serve as venom delivery systems. The distribution of cnidae across the body plan is linked to regionalisation of venom production, with tissue-specific venom composition observed in multiple actiniarian species. In this study, we assess whether morphological variants of tentacles are associated with distinct toxin expression profiles and investigate the functional significance of specialised tentacular structures. Using five sea anemone species, we analysed differential expression of toxin-like transcripts and found that expression levels differ significantly across tentacular structures when substantial morphological variation is present. Therefore, the differential expression of toxin genes is associated with morphological variation of tentacular structures in a tissue-specific manner. Furthermore, the unique toxin profile of spherical tentacular structures in families Aliciidae and Thalassianthidae indicate that vesicles and nematospheres may function to protect branched structures that host a large number of photosynthetic symbionts. Thus, hosting zooxanthellae may account for the tentacle-specific toxin expression profiles observed in the current study. Overall, specialised tentacular structures serve unique ecological roles and, in order to fulfil their functions, they possess distinct venom cocktails.
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Nikhila PK, Sukumarakurup S, Abdul Latheef EN, Kidangazhiathmana A, Raman Rajendran V, George B, Riyaz N, Binitha MP. A cross-sectional study on dermatoses among underwater workers: a new clinical sign of peculiar distribution pattern of lesions in sea urchin prick reaction revealed. Int J Dermatol 2020; 60:503-508. [PMID: 33377192 DOI: 10.1111/ijd.15387] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2020] [Revised: 11/13/2020] [Accepted: 12/01/2020] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND The pattern of dermatoses among underwater workers is undocumented and, hence, worth studying. The objective of the study was to document the pattern of dermatoses among underwater workers in a tropical seaside area. METHODS A population-based cross-sectional study of 1 year from April 2015 among people regularly involved in underwater occupation, especially the collection of mollusks. RESULTS Among 62 participants analyzed, the commonly noted dermatoses were scars of previous injuries, sea urchin prick reaction, onychomycosis, tinea versicolor, dermatophytosis, warts, and intertrigo. These workers stabilize their position under water by fixing elbows and knees to rocks, where they get accidentally pricked by sea urchins attached to the rocks. Hands also get pricked by sea urchins while trying to pluck mollusks from rocks, thus leading to the predominance of lesions in elbows, knees, and hands. CONCLUSION Documenting the pattern of dermatological diseases in any group of underwater workers has not been done previously. Along with doing that, the study also brought to light the existence of a rare disease, sea urchin prick reaction, in notable proportions among an underprivileged group. This study also detected a previously unrecorded clinical finding of a peculiar distribution pattern of lesions over the body in patients with sea urchin prick reaction. The evidence toward possible commensalism between the two species of organisms noted in this study extends its scope beyond the realms of dermatology and opens new areas for research in other branches of science also.
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- Department of Community Medicine, Government Medical College, Kozhikode, India
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- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Government Medical College, Kozhikode, India
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Ganiatsa A, Gartzonika C, Gaitanis G, Voulgari P, Levidiotou-Stefanou S, Bassukas ID. Aeromonas hydrophila Survives the Treatment of Posttraumatic Cellulitis in the Shelter of an Obscured Fish-Bone Fragment. Case Rep Dermatol Med 2020; 2020:6498950. [PMID: 33163238 PMCID: PMC7604590 DOI: 10.1155/2020/6498950] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2019] [Revised: 10/10/2020] [Accepted: 10/13/2020] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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Fish bone and/or spine puncture injuries can result in infection of the upper extremities with aquatic bacterial pathogens. Additionally, in such injuries, the inoculation of foreign organic material is frequent and may further complicate the clinical presentation and course of the resulting infection. We describe the case of a 45-year-old female patient with a minimal fish rostrum puncture trauma acquired during preparation of fresh fish meal, which resulted in a galloping hand cellulitis. The alarming clinical presentation and the prompt response of the skin infection to clindamycin obscured the presence of inoculated fish rostrum remnants in the tissue that, three weeks later, gave rise to a foreign body granuloma, from which Aeromonas hydrophila was isolated. Final resolution was achieved with an additional two-week doxycycline treatment. In conclusion, the reported case highlights the potential of the accidentally implanted organic material, as are fish bones, not only to transfer uncommon pathogens but also to offer a sanctuary that favors microbial survival despite antibiotic therapy thus enabling latent or recurrent infections.
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- Areti Ganiatsa
- Department of Skin and Venereal Diseases, Faculty of Medicine, School of Health Sciences, University of Ioannina, Ioannina, Greece
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- Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Medicine, School of Health Sciences, University of Ioannina, Ioannina, Greece
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- Department of Skin and Venereal Diseases, Faculty of Medicine, School of Health Sciences, University of Ioannina, Ioannina, Greece
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- Rheumatology Clinic, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, School of Health Sciences, University of Ioannina, Ioannina, Greece
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- Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Medicine, School of Health Sciences, University of Ioannina, Ioannina, Greece
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- Department of Skin and Venereal Diseases, Faculty of Medicine, School of Health Sciences, University of Ioannina, Ioannina, Greece
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Bruni FM, Coutinho EMM, Andrade-Barros AI, Grund LZ, Lopes-Ferreira M, Lima C. Anaphylaxis induced by Thalassophryne nattereri venom in mice is an IgE/IgG1-mediated, IL-4-dependent phenomenon. Sci Rep 2020; 10:584. [PMID: 31953450 PMCID: PMC6969187 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-019-57231-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2019] [Accepted: 12/05/2019] [Indexed: 01/23/2023] Open
Abstract
We hypothesized that beyond the Thalassophryne nattereri venoms ability to induce in mice a strong specific-Th2 response with high levels of specific IgE/IgG1, it would be able to trigger anaphylaxis in sensitized individuals. To investigate whether the venom is capable of inducing an allergic reaction in mice and characterize soluble and cellular mediators involved in this process, BALB/c female mice were sensitized intraperitoneally with decreasing-dose of venom at weekly intervals for 4 weeks and challenged by intraperitoneal, oral or epicutaneous routes with venom 2 weeks later. Our data show that sensitized-mice challenged by all routes showed intense symptoms of anaphylaxis, dependent on the anaphylactic IgG1 and IgE antibodies and mast cells. The late-phase reaction developed after initial symptoms was characterized by the influx of eosinophils, dependent on IL-5, IL-17A and eotaxin produced by Th2 cells in inflamed lungs and skin draining lymph-nodes. Using C57BL/6 deficient mice we demonstrated that IL-4 KO mice failed to develop anaphylactic symptoms or local Th2 inflammation, producing low levels of IgG1 and increased levels of IgG2a. Together our results demonstrated that the venom of T. nattereri has allergenic proteins that can trigger an allergic process, a phenomenon IgE-IgG1 dependent, IL-4-mediated and negatively regulated by IFN-γ.
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- Fernanda Miriane Bruni
- Immunoregulation Unit, Special Laboratory of Applied Toxinology, Butantan Institute, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Immunoregulation Unit, Special Laboratory of Applied Toxinology, Butantan Institute, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Immunoregulation Unit, Special Laboratory of Applied Toxinology, Butantan Institute, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Immunoregulation Unit, Special Laboratory of Applied Toxinology, Butantan Institute, São Paulo, Brazil.
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Blaizot R, Desrousseaux G, Joly MP, Vie A, Lu X, Senchyna A, Oganov K, Marty C, Cissé H, Couppie P. Pseudoaneurysm following a freshwater stingray injury. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2019; 33:e356-e357. [PMID: 31034678 DOI: 10.1111/jdv.15648] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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- R Blaizot
- Department of Dermatology, Andrée Rosemon Hospital, Cayenne, French Guiana.,EA 3593, Ecosystèmes Amazoniens et Pathologies Tropicales, University of French Guiana, Cayenne, French Guiana
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- Department of Vascular Medicine, Andrée Rosemon Hospital, Cayenne, French Guiana
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- Department of Vascular Medicine, Andrée Rosemon Hospital, Cayenne, French Guiana
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- Department of General Medicine, University of French West Indies, Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Andrée Rosemon Hospital, Cayenne, French Guiana
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- Department of General Medicine, University of French West Indies, Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, Andrée Rosemon Hospital, Cayenne, French Guiana
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- French Red Cross, Cayenne, French Guiana
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- Department of Dermatology, Andrée Rosemon Hospital, Cayenne, French Guiana
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- Department of Dermatology, Andrée Rosemon Hospital, Cayenne, French Guiana.,EA 3593, Ecosystèmes Amazoniens et Pathologies Tropicales, University of French Guiana, Cayenne, French Guiana
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Cardenas-de la Garza JA, Cuellar-Barboza A, Ancer-Arellano J, Ramos-Cavazos CJ, Vazquez-Martinez OT, Ocampo-Candiani J. Classic dermatological tools: Foreign body removal with punch biopsy. J Am Acad Dermatol 2019; 81:e93-e94. [PMID: 30612985 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaad.2018.10.038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2018] [Accepted: 10/19/2018] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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- Department of Dermatology, University Hospital Dr Jose Eleuterio Gonzalez, Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon, Monterrey, Mexico
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- Department of Dermatology, University Hospital Dr Jose Eleuterio Gonzalez, Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon, Monterrey, Mexico
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- Department of Dermatology, University Hospital Dr Jose Eleuterio Gonzalez, Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon, Monterrey, Mexico
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- Department of Dermatology, University Hospital Dr Jose Eleuterio Gonzalez, Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon, Monterrey, Mexico
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- Department of Dermatology, University Hospital Dr Jose Eleuterio Gonzalez, Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon, Monterrey, Mexico.
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- Michael Lause
- The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus
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- The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus
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- Division of Dermatology, Department of Internal Medicine, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus
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Hamie L, Abou-Rahal J. Water-related dermatoses. Int J Dermatol 2018; 58:515-529. [PMID: 30506676 DOI: 10.1111/ijd.14316] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2018] [Revised: 09/27/2018] [Accepted: 10/31/2018] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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Water-related dermatoses are a spectrum of diseases that are associated with water exposure. They result either from the direct influence of water or after injury from water inhabitants. In this review, clinical entities that manifest after water exposure (aquagenic pruritus, aquagenic urticaria, and aquagenic wrinkling of the palms) will be discussed with particular focus on the reported pathogenesis. Aquatic organisms and activities can be linked to cutaneous injuries that require identification and distinct management. Marine and freshwater dermatoses were summarized to provide physicians with easy access to the causative organism, method of injury, and appropriate management.
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- Lamiaa Hamie
- Department of Anatomy, Cell Biology and Physiological Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, American University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Department of Dermatology, American University of Beirut Medical Center, Beirut, Lebanon
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Kropp LM, Parsley CB, Burnett OL. Millepora species (Fire Coral) Sting: A Case Report and Review of Recommended Management. Wilderness Environ Med 2018; 29:521-526. [PMID: 30236886 DOI: 10.1016/j.wem.2018.06.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2017] [Revised: 06/28/2018] [Accepted: 06/29/2018] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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Fire corals (Millepora spp) are the second most common reef-forming organisms and are frequently found in tropical and subtropical waters. Fire corals are not true corals but rather hydrozoans more closely related to jellyfish and sea nettles. Rigidly affixed to the reef and with a branching structure, each fire coral is a colony of numerous individual hydrozoans forming a collective symbiotic organism. It is common for divers to accidentally make contact with fire corals. Fire coral contact is characterized by the immediate onset of burning pain caused by venom discharge from numerous tiny nematocysts located externally on the creature. Treatment consists of saltwater irrigation of the wound, nematocyst removal, and supportive care of the associated symptoms of pain, dermatitis, and pruritus. Rarely, fire coral can cause systemic toxicity. We present a case report of a 30-y-old recreational diver who experienced a fire coral sting of her left anterior thigh and review the recommended prevention and management of fire coral stings.
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- Lauren M Kropp
- Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL.
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL
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Emigh B, Trust MD. Contaminated Wounds: Fresh Water, Salt Water, and Agricultural Contamination. CURRENT TRAUMA REPORTS 2018. [DOI: 10.1007/s40719-018-0144-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Käser S, von Braunmühl T, Ruzicka T, Ruini C. Thumb necrotic ulcers caused by weeverfish: case report and review of the literature. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2018; 32:e333-e334. [PMID: 29485225 DOI: 10.1111/jdv.14893] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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- S Käser
- Department of Dermatology and Allergology, University Hospital of the Ludwig Maximilian University, Frauenlobstr. 9-11, 80337, Munich, Germany.,Department of Dermatology, Municipal Hospital of Munich, Thalkirchnerstrasse 48, 80337, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology and Allergology, University Hospital of the Ludwig Maximilian University, Frauenlobstr. 9-11, 80337, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology and Allergology, University Hospital of the Ludwig Maximilian University, Frauenlobstr. 9-11, 80337, Munich, Germany.,Department of Dermatology, Municipal Hospital of Munich, Thalkirchnerstrasse 48, 80337, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology and Allergology, University Hospital of the Ludwig Maximilian University, Frauenlobstr. 9-11, 80337, Munich, Germany.,Department of Dermatology, Municipal Hospital of Munich, Thalkirchnerstrasse 48, 80337, Munich, Germany
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Pereira JCC, Szpilman D, Haddad Junior V. Anaphylactic reaction/angioedema associated with jellyfish sting. Rev Soc Bras Med Trop 2018. [PMID: 29513832 DOI: 10.1590/0037-8682-0044-2017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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The most frequent jellyfish in Southern Brazil causes mainly local pain and skin plaques. A 3-year-old female bather presented an erythematous, irregular plaque on the left forearm after contact with a jellyfish and intense facial angioedema with facial flushing. The lungs had vesicular murmur, wheezes, and snorts, and pink and spumous secretion in the airways with intercostal retraction. She was administered subcutaneous adrenaline (0.1mg/kg) and hydrocortisone intravenous (10mg/kg) with total recovery in a few minutes. The manifestations of anaphylactic reactions are distinct from those of envenomations, and prompt and adequate care is fundamental in these situations.
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- Diretoria Médica, Sociedade Brasileira de Salvamento Aquático, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brasil
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- Faculdade de Medicina de Botucatu, Universidade Estadual Paulista, Botucatu, SP, Brasil
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MenkinSmith LP, Marchetti MA, Krywko DM. Delayed Dermatitis Following Injury Caused by Coral. J Emerg Med 2017; 53:e111-e113. [PMID: 28988733 PMCID: PMC6914214 DOI: 10.1016/j.jemermed.2017.06.042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/13/2017] [Revised: 06/21/2017] [Accepted: 06/28/2017] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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- Lacey P MenkinSmith
- Division of Emergency Medicine, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina
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- Dermatology Service, Department of Medicine, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, New York
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- Division of Emergency Medicine, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina
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Sciani JM, Zychar B, Gonçalves LR, Giorgi R, Nogueira T, Pimenta DC. Preliminary molecular characterization of a proinflammatory and nociceptive molecule from the Echinometra lucunter spines extracts. J Venom Anim Toxins Incl Trop Dis 2017; 23:43. [PMID: 29026370 PMCID: PMC5627400 DOI: 10.1186/s40409-017-0133-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2017] [Accepted: 09/15/2017] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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Background Sea urchins are animals commonly found on the Brazilian shoreline, being Echinometra lucunter the most abundant species. Accidents caused by E. lucunter have been reported as one of the most frequent in Brazil, and are characterized by intense pain and inflammation, consequence of spine puncture in the skin. In order to characterize such toxic effects, we isolated one molecule that caused inflammatory and nociceptive effects. Methods E. lucunter specimens were collected without gender distinction. Spines were removed and molecules were extracted, fractionated by RP-HPLC and assayed for inflammatory and nociceptive activity, in a biological-driven fractionation way, until the obtainment of one active molecule and its subsequent analysis by mass spectrometry (MS and MS/MS). For inflammation, intravital microscopy was performed on the mouse cremaster muscle, in order to evaluate rolled, adherent and migrating leukocytes. Paw edema was also evaluated. For the nociceptive activity, the paw pressure test was performed in rats. Results One molecule could be isolated and related to the inflammatory and nociceptive activity. Regarding inflammation, increase in adherent and migrating cells was observed in the cremaster muscle after the administration of the molecule. Corroborating the inflammatory response, paw edema was also observed, although only in 20% of controls and 20 min after injection. Additionally, this molecule was able to decrease significantly the pain threshold, characterizing hyperalgesia. This molecule was analyzed by mass spectrometry, and according to the exact molecular mass, isotopic distribution and fragmentation profile, it was possible to propose the molecular formula C29H48N3O10. Conclusions One isolated molecule from the spine extract of E. lucunter is able to elicit inflammation and hypernociception in animal models, which is in agreement with the effects observed in sea urchin accidents.
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- Juliana Mozer Sciani
- Laboratory of Biochemistry and Biophysics, Butantan Institute, Av. Vital Brasil, 1500, São Paulo, Butantã, SP CEP 05503-900 Brazil
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- Laboratory of Pathophysiology, Butantan Institute, São Paulo, Butantã, SP Brazil
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- Laboratory of Pathophysiology, Butantan Institute, São Paulo, Butantã, SP Brazil
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- Laboratory of Pathophysiology, Butantan Institute, São Paulo, Butantã, SP Brazil
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- Laboratory of Biochemistry and Biophysics, Butantan Institute, Av. Vital Brasil, 1500, São Paulo, Butantã, SP CEP 05503-900 Brazil
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Occupational and recreational aquatic activity predisposes our population to a wide variety of dermatoses. Sunburn, urticaria, jellyfish stings, and contact dermatitis to rubber equipment are common allergies that are encountered in the aquatic environment. Among the infections, tinea versicolor, intertrigo, and verruca vulgaris are widespread. Swimmer's itch may occur due to skin penetration by schistosome cercariae, while free-floating nematocysts of marine coelenterates may precipitate seabather's eruption. "Suit squeeze" due to cutaneous barotrauma and lymphoedematous peau d'orange due to decompression are rare, described entities. This review serves as a ready reckoner for Indian dermatologists and medical practitioners to identify and manage these conditions.
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Campos FV, Menezes TN, Malacarne PF, Costa FLS, Naumann GB, Gomes HL, Figueiredo SG. A review on the Scorpaena plumieri fish venom and its bioactive compounds. J Venom Anim Toxins Incl Trop Dis 2016; 22:35. [PMID: 28031733 PMCID: PMC5175314 DOI: 10.1186/s40409-016-0090-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2016] [Accepted: 11/30/2016] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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The most poisonous fish species found along the Brazilian coast is the spotted scorpionfish Scorpaena plumieri. Though hardly ever life-threatening to humans, envenomation by S. plumieri can be quite hazardous, provoking extreme pain and imposing significant socioeconomic costs, as the victims may require days to weeks to recover from their injuries. In this review we will walk the reader through the biological features that distinguish this species as well as the current epidemiological knowledge related to the envenomation and its consequences. But above all, we will discuss the challenges involved in the biochemical characterization of the S. plumieri venom and its compounds, focusing then on the successful isolation and pharmacological analysis of some of the bioactive molecules responsible for the effects observed upon envenomation as well as on experimental models. Despite the achievement of considerable progress, much remains to be done, particularly in relation to the non-proteinaceous components of the venom. Therefore, further studies are necessary in order to provide a more complete picture of the venom’s chemical composition and physiological effects. Given that fish venoms remain considerably less studied when compared to terrestrial venoms, the exploration of their full potential opens a myriad of possibilities for the development of new drug leads and tools for elucidating the complex physiological processes.
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- Fabiana V Campos
- Departamento de Ciências Fisiológicas, Centro de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Federal do Espírito Santo, Av. Marechal Campos 1468, 29040-090 Vitória, ES Brazil
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- Departamento de Ciências Fisiológicas, Centro de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Federal do Espírito Santo, Av. Marechal Campos 1468, 29040-090 Vitória, ES Brazil
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- Departamento de Ciências Fisiológicas, Centro de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Federal do Espírito Santo, Av. Marechal Campos 1468, 29040-090 Vitória, ES Brazil
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- Departamento de Bioquímica e Imunologia, Instituto de Ciências Fisiológicas, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, MG Brazil
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- Departamento de Ciências Fisiológicas, Centro de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Federal do Espírito Santo, Av. Marechal Campos 1468, 29040-090 Vitória, ES Brazil ; Diretoria do Centro de Pesquisa e Desenvolvimento, Fundação Ezequiel Dias, Belo Horizonte, MG Brazil
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- Departamento de Ciências Fisiológicas, Centro de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Federal do Espírito Santo, Av. Marechal Campos 1468, 29040-090 Vitória, ES Brazil
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- Departamento de Ciências Fisiológicas, Centro de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Federal do Espírito Santo, Av. Marechal Campos 1468, 29040-090 Vitória, ES Brazil
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Negreiros MMDB, Yamashita S, Sardenberg T, Fávero EL, Ribeiro FAH, Haddad WT, Haddad V. Diagnostic imaging of injuries caused by venomous and traumatogenic catfish. Rev Soc Bras Med Trop 2016; 49:530-3. [PMID: 27598647 DOI: 10.1590/0037-8682-0359-2015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2015] [Accepted: 03/10/2016] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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Injuries caused by fish are common in marine and freshwater environments. Catfish of the Ariidae and Pimelodidae families cause about 80% of those injuries. One of the complications of injuries caused by fish is the retention of fragments of the stinger in the wounds. Here we report five cases (of a total of 127 injuries caused by catfish in the Brazilian coast) in which the retained fragments were detected by radiological examination. Retained fragments should be considered in patients stung by catfish. A simple X-ray is sufficient to detect fragments of stingers in the wounds.
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- Marcos Mendes de Barros Negreiros
- Departamento de Doenças Tropicais e Diagnóstico por Imagem, Faculdade de Medicina de Botucatu, Universidade Estadual Paulista, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Departamento de Doenças Tropicais e Diagnóstico por Imagem, Faculdade de Medicina de Botucatu, Universidade Estadual Paulista, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Departamento de Cirurgia e Ortopedia, Faculdade de Medicina de Botucatu, Universidade Estadual Paulista, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Departamento de Clínica Médica, Faculdade de Medicina de Botucatu, Universidade Estadual Paulista, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Centro de Ciências da Imagem e Física Médica, Faculdade de Medicina de Ribeirão Preto, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Departamento de Dermatologia e Radioterapia, Faculdade de Medicina de Botucatu, Universidade Estadual Paulista, São Paulo, Brazil
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Animals in healthcare facilities: recommendations to minimize potential risks. Infect Control Hosp Epidemiol 2016; 36:495-516. [PMID: 25998315 DOI: 10.1017/ice.2015.15] [Citation(s) in RCA: 71] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
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Henn A, Pérignon A, Monsel G, Larréché S, Caumes E. Marine envenomations in returning French travellers seen in a tropical diseases unit, 2008-13. J Travel Med 2016; 23:tav022. [PMID: 26858271 DOI: 10.1093/jtm/tav022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/17/2015] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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BACKGROUND Travel and aquatic activities are increasing in tropical regions. The risk and the spectrum of marine envenomation are unknown in travellers. This work aims to evaluate the prevalence and the characteristics of marine envenomations in returning travellers. METHODS We retrospectively studied the medical charts of all returning travellers presenting with a health problem in a French tropical disease unit between 2008 and 2013, with focus on travellers complaining of marine envenomation. Characteristics of each type of envenomation are described. RESULTS Of the 3315 travellers seen during the study period, 43 consulted for a presumed marine envenomation. Six patients were excluded, leaving 37 cases of confirmed marine envenomation. It corresponds to a prevalence of 1.1%. Sex ratio was balanced with 18 men and 19 women. Median age was 42 years (range 25-68 years). Median travel duration was 14 days (range: 6-62 days). The main travel destination was Southeast Asia in 10 cases, followed by islands of East Africa in seven cases. Median elapsed time between envenomation and consultation was 14 days (range: 2-130 days). The purpose of travel was tourism in all cases. The main clinical aspects were oedema, sting marks, cellulitis and flagellations. Eleven cases were presumably caused by corals, 10 by stonefish, 8 by jellyfish, 2 by weever fish, 2 by starfish, 2 by stingray, 1 by lionfish and 1 by sea anemone. CONCLUSION Prevalence of marine envenomation is low in returning travellers. They are mostly caused by corals, stonefish and jellyfish.
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- Aurélia Henn
- Service des maladies infectieuses et tropicales, groupe hospitalier Pitié-Salpêtrière, AP-HP, 47-83 bd de l'hôpital, 75013 Paris, France,
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- Service des maladies infectieuses et tropicales, groupe hospitalier Pitié-Salpêtrière, AP-HP, 47-83 bd de l'hôpital, 75013 Paris, France
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- Service des maladies infectieuses et tropicales, groupe hospitalier Pitié-Salpêtrière, AP-HP, 47-83 bd de l'hôpital, 75013 Paris, France
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- Service de biologie médicale, Hôpital d'instruction des armées Bégin, 69 avenue de Paris, 94160 Saint Mandé, France and
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- Service des maladies infectieuses et tropicales, groupe hospitalier Pitié-Salpêtrière, AP-HP, 47-83 bd de l'hôpital, 75013 Paris, France, PRES Sorbonne universités, Université Pierre et Marie Curie (UPMC), faculté de médecine Pitié-Salpêtrière, 91 bd de l'hôpital, 75013 Paris, France
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Wang H, Fang J, Hu F, Li G, Hong HE. Seawater immersion aggravates sciatic nerve injury in rats. Exp Ther Med 2015; 9:1153-1160. [PMID: 25780402 PMCID: PMC4353802 DOI: 10.3892/etm.2015.2281] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2014] [Accepted: 01/22/2015] [Indexed: 01/07/2023] Open
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The aim of the present study was investigate the impact of seawater immersion on peripheral nerve injury and the underlying mechanisms. A total of 234 specific pathogen-free Sprague-Dawley male rats were randomly divided into a sham group, injury control group and seawater immersion + injury group. The Sciatic Functional Index (SFI) was used to assess nerve function for 6 weeks after injury. Compound muscle action potentials were measured and hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) staining of nerve specimens was carried out at week 6. Levels of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and malondialdehyde (MDA) in nerve tissues were measured by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), and the expression levels of inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS) mRNA and protein were measured by reverse transcription-quantitative polymerase chain reaction and immunohistochemistry, respectively. The SFI value in the seawater immersion + injury group after 6 weeks was lower than that in the injury control group (P<0.05). The compound muscle action potential in the seawater immersion + injury group had a prolonged latency, and the amplitude and nerve conduction velocity were decreased compared with those in the other groups (P<0.05). H&E staining demonstrated that nerve fiber regeneration was worse in the seawater immersion + injury group. The ROS and MDA levels in the seawater immersion + injury group were higher than those in the other groups (P<0.05). The expression levels of iNOS mRNA and protein gradually increased in the injury and seawater immersion + injury groups and peaked at 48 h after surgery. Immersion in seawater further aggravated sciatic nerve injury and led to worse neuronal recovery. The mechanism may be associated with oxidative stress.
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- Haifeng Wang
- Department of Micro-Orthopedics, The People's Liberation Army Clinical College Affiliated with Anhui Medical University (The 105th Hospital of People's Liberation Army), Hefei, Anhui 230031, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The People's Liberation Army Clinical College Affiliated with Anhui Medical University (The 105th Hospital of People's Liberation Army), Hefei, Anhui 230031, P.R. China
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- Department of Micro-Orthopedics, The People's Liberation Army Clinical College Affiliated with Anhui Medical University (The 105th Hospital of People's Liberation Army), Hefei, Anhui 230031, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The People's Liberation Army Clinical College Affiliated with Anhui Medical University (The 105th Hospital of People's Liberation Army), Hefei, Anhui 230031, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The People's Liberation Army Clinical College Affiliated with Anhui Medical University (The 105th Hospital of People's Liberation Army), Hefei, Anhui 230031, P.R. China
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Raviv O, Delbar V, Arad J, Grinstein-Cohen O. The effect of supportive emergency department nursing care on pain reduction of patients with Red Sea marine wildlife injuries. Int Emerg Nurs 2015; 23:281-5. [PMID: 25735786 DOI: 10.1016/j.ienj.2015.02.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2014] [Revised: 01/28/2015] [Accepted: 02/08/2015] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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INTRODUCTION The emergency department at Yoseftal hospital in Eilat is on the shore of the Red Sea, and it is visited by patients with marine wildlife injuries. The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of supportive nursing care on the pain level of patients with Red Sea marine wildlife injuries. METHOD A prospective quantitative study including 102 patients admitted to the emergency department. The study included a study group (N = 50) and a control group (N = 52). Both groups rated their pain level on the VAS before and after receiving treatment. The control group received the usual treatment, and the study group received the usual nursing treatment along with structured patient guidance and support. RESULTS There was a significant difference in the level of pain after the intervention between the control and the study group. In the study group, the level of pain was significantly reduced compared with the control group (p < 0.001). DISCUSSION Nursing training and patient guidance contributed to increasing cooperation with patients and pain reduction. Therefore, training interventions should be structured and assimilated as an integral part of nursing practice.
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- Osnat Raviv
- Emergency Department, Joseftal Medical Center, Eilat, Israel
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- Recanati School of Community Health Professions, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
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- Emergency Department, Joseftal Medical Center, Eilat, Israel
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- Recanati School of Community Health Professions, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel.
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de Souza Simões EM, Mendes TMA, Adão A, Haddad Junior V. Poisoning after ingestion of pufferfish in Brazil: report of 11 cases. J Venom Anim Toxins Incl Trop Dis 2014; 20:54. [PMID: 25538766 PMCID: PMC4274698 DOI: 10.1186/1678-9199-20-54] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2014] [Accepted: 12/03/2014] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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In this brief communication the authors report eleven cases of human poisoning caused by ingestion of pufferfish meat. Three patients (two children and one adult) were seriously affected. The circumstances that precipitated the poisoning are discussed as well as the clinical aspects observed. No deaths were registered and the patients did not present sequelae after the episode.
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- Secretariat of Health of Duque de Caxias City, Caxias City, Rio de Janeiro State Brazil
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- Department of Dermatology, Botucatu Medical School, São Paulo State University (UNESP - Univ Estadual Paulista), Caixa Postal 557, Botucatu, SP CEP 19618-000 Brasil
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Surveillance of hospital contacts among Danish seafarers and fishermen with focus on skin and infectious diseases-a population-based cohort study. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2014; 11:11931-49. [PMID: 25411726 PMCID: PMC4245652 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph111111931] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2014] [Revised: 11/11/2014] [Accepted: 11/12/2014] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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Objectives: A systematic overview of time trends in hospital contacts among Danish seafarers and fishermen by job title and analyses on skin and infectious diseases. Methods: Occupational cohorts with hospital contacts 1994–1998 and 1999–2003. Standardized hospital contact ratios (SHCR) were estimated using national rates and ranked by SHCR size. Results: For non-officers in 1994–1998, infectious diseases had the highest SHCR, followed by neoplastic and endocrinal diseases; in 1999–2003 skin diseases were followed by endocrinal and gastrointestinal diseases. For fishermen in 1994–1998, nervous system, gastrointestinal, and skin diseases had the highest SHCRs; in 1999–2003 it was nervous system, skin, and lymphohematopoietic diseases. As for skin diseases, male fishermen and non-officer seamen generally had increased SHCRs, but engine room personnel specifically had a low SHCR for eczema (eight cases). Fishermen had high SHCRs for tuberculosis in both time periods (six and nine cases, respectively). Non-officer seamen on cargo ships had increased SHCRs for HIV in both time periods and for hepatitis in 1994–1999. Extending the follow-up until 2000 or 2005 showed similar results. Conclusions: Surveillance of seamen’s health gives useful information. The elevated SHCR for HIV infection among non-officers has not declined despite preventive information campaigns. Tuberculosis among fishermen may be due to infection on shore. Skin diseases had very high SHCRs, not due to cutaneous oil exposure.
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Diaz JH. Skin and soft tissue infections following marine injuries and exposures in travelers. J Travel Med 2014; 21:207-13. [PMID: 24628985 DOI: 10.1111/jtm.12115] [Citation(s) in RCA: 51] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2013] [Revised: 11/23/2013] [Accepted: 12/01/2013] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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BACKGROUND Bacterial skin and soft tissue infections (SSTIs) in travelers often follow insect bites and can present a broad spectrum of clinical manifestations ranging from impetigo to necrotizing cellulitis. Significant SSTIs can also follow marine injuries and exposures in travelers, and the etiologies are often marine bacteria. METHODS To meet the objectives of describing the pathogen-specific presenting clinical manifestations, diagnostic and treatment strategies, and outcomes of superficial and deep invasive infections in travelers caused by commonly encountered and newly emerging marine bacterial pathogens, Internet search engines were queried with the key words as MESH terms. RESULTS Travel medicine practitioners should maintain a high index of suspicion regarding potentially catastrophic, invasive bacterial infections, especially Aeromonas hydrophila, Vibrio vulnificus, Chromobacterium violaceum, and Shewanella infections, following marine injuries and exposures. CONCLUSIONS Travelers with well-known risk factors for the increasing severity of marine infections, including those with open wounds, suppressed immune systems, liver disease, alcoholism, hemochromatosis, hematological disease, diabetes, chronic renal disease, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, and cancer, should be cautioned about the risks of marine infections through exposures to marine animals, seawater, the preparation of live or freshly killed seafood, and the accidental ingestion of seawater or consumption of raw or undercooked seafood, especially shellfish. With the exception of minor marine wounds demonstrating localized cellulitis or spreading erysipeloid-type reactions, most other marine infections and all Gram-negative and mycobacterial marine infections will require therapy with antibiotic combinations.
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- James H Diaz
- Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences, School of Public Health; Department of Anesthesiology, School of Medicine, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center (LSUHSC), New Orleans, LA, USA
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Haddad V. Environmental dermatology: skin manifestations of injuries caused by invertebrate aquatic animals. An Bras Dermatol 2014; 88:496-506. [PMID: 24068119 PMCID: PMC3760923 DOI: 10.1590/abd1806-4841.20132587] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/05/2013] [Accepted: 03/13/2013] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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Contact between humans and coastal areas has increased in recent decades, which has led to an increase in injuries from aquatic animals. The majority of these present dermatological manifestations, and some of them show typical lesions. The highest percentages of injuries that occur in marine environments are associated with invertebrates such as sea urchins, jellyfish and Portuguese men-of-war (echinoderms and cnidarians). In this review, we discuss the clinical, therapeutic and preventive aspects of injuries caused by marine and freshwater invertebrates, focusing on first aid measures and diagnosis for dermatologists and professionals in coastal areas.
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Sciani JM, Sampaio MC, Zychar BC, Gonçalves LRDC, Giorgi R, Nogueira TDO, de Melo RL, Teixeira CDFP, Pimenta DC. Echinometrin: a novel mast cell degranulating peptide from the coelomic liquid of Echinometra lucunter sea urchin. Peptides 2014; 53:13-21. [PMID: 23948330 DOI: 10.1016/j.peptides.2013.07.031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2013] [Revised: 07/22/2013] [Accepted: 07/28/2013] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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Echinometra lucunter is an abundant sea urchin found in Brazilian waters. Accidents caused by this animal are common and are characterized by the penetration of the spines in the skin, which raises an inflammatory reaction through mechanical trauma as well as by the presumable action of toxins. Additionally, there have been reports of inflammatory reaction after the consumption of raw sea urchin eggs. In this work, we have isolated a peptide from E. lucunter coelomic fluid that could elicit inflammatory reactions, such as paw edema, leukocyte recruitment and diminishment of the pain threshold. This peptide was termed Echinometrin. Moreover, the peptide administration was able to produce in vivo degranulation of mouse mast cells, in a dose-response manner. The peptide was 'de novo' sequenced by mass spectrometry and its synthetic analog could reproduce all the observed effects. Sequence alignment indicates that this peptide is comprised in vitellogenin, an abundant nutrient protein present in the gametogenic cells of sea urchins, making it possible that echinometrin would be a cryptide with pro-inflammatory effects.
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- Juliana Mozer Sciani
- Laboratório de Bioquímica e Biofísica, Instituto Butantan, São Paulo, SP, Brazil; Centro de Biologia Marinha, Universidade de São Paulo, São Sebastião, SP, Brazil.
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- Laboratório de Fisiopatologia, Instituto Butantan, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Laboratório Especial de Toxinologia Aplicada, Instituto Butantan, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Laboratório de Bioquímica e Biofísica, Instituto Butantan, São Paulo, SP, Brazil; Centro de Biologia Marinha, Universidade de São Paulo, São Sebastião, SP, Brazil
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Short JH, Sulit DJ. Sea urchin spines in the stratum corneum: an early finding related to trauma. J Cutan Pathol 2013; 41:322-5. [DOI: 10.1111/cup.12257] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/22/2013] [Revised: 10/01/2013] [Accepted: 10/10/2013] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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- Jack H. Short
- Department of Dermatology; George Washington University; Washington, DC 20037 USA,
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- Dermatology Service; Walter Reed National Military Medical Center; Bethesda MD 20889 USA
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Ottuso P. Aquatic dermatology: encounters with the denizens of the deep (and not so deep)--a review. Part II: The vertebrates, single-celled organisms, and aquatic biotoxins. Int J Dermatol 2013; 52:268-78; quiz 277-8. [PMID: 23414151 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-4632.2011.05426.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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Numerous aquatic vertebrate species are known to cause cutaneous injury. While many of the injuries occur in regions that harbor such organisms, with the ability of people to travel long distances in short periods of time, these injuries may be seen worldwide. Also, with the increasing tendency of people to keep home aquariums, these injuries may occur anywhere. The majority of such injuries are minor and most go unreported. Some, however may be associated with morbidity and loss of life. Along with such injuries comes the potential for infection by bacteria, algae, or fungi. Some of these organisms are ubiquitous, others are specific to the aquatic environment. Toxins may be transferred from the offending organisms into the wound. Interestingly, some of these same toxins may be beneficial to treating some disease states in man.
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Ottuso P. Aquatic dermatology: encounters with the denizens of the deep (and not so deep) a review. Part I: the invertebrates. Int J Dermatol 2013; 52:136-52. [PMID: 23347300 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-4632.2011.05431.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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Aquatic dermatoses encompass a broad spectrum of cutaneous injuries. These injuries may present through contact with invertebrate organisms such as jellyfish, sea urchins, corals, and molluscs. Each organism is equipped with a unique method of causing harm to man, therefore a myriad of presenting signs and symptoms should be recognized in order to initiate treatment. Aquatic injuries are not limited to areas of the world where these species originate. With the advent of rapid world travel and the hobby of home aquariums, dermatologists play a key role in the early diagnosis and treatment of such injuries. The method of injury, including a discussion of organism identification will be presented. Additionally, treatment of injuries caused by aquatic life will follow.
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de Haro L. Évolution diphasique d’une atteinte cutanée induite par des cnidaires sessiles en Guadeloupe : deux observations. Ann Dermatol Venereol 2013; 140:470-2. [DOI: 10.1016/j.annder.2013.04.077] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2013] [Revised: 03/14/2013] [Accepted: 04/10/2013] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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Tezcan ÖD, Sarp S. An unusual marine envenomation following a rope contact: A report on nine cases of dermatitis caused by Pennaria disticha. Toxicon 2013; 61:125-8. [DOI: 10.1016/j.toxicon.2012.10.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/26/2012] [Revised: 10/23/2012] [Accepted: 10/31/2012] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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Mizuno M, Ito Y, Morgan BP. Exploiting the nephrotoxic effects of venom from the sea anemone, Phyllodiscus semoni, to create a hemolytic uremic syndrome model in the rat. Mar Drugs 2012; 10:1582-1604. [PMID: 22851928 PMCID: PMC3407933 DOI: 10.3390/md10071582] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2012] [Revised: 06/29/2012] [Accepted: 07/12/2012] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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In the natural world, there are many creatures with venoms that have interesting and varied activities. Although the sea anemone, a member of the phylum Coelenterata, has venom that it uses to capture and immobilise small fishes and shrimp and for protection from predators, most sea anemones are harmless to man. However, a few species are highly toxic; some have venoms containing neurotoxins, recently suggested as potential immune-modulators for therapeutic application in immune diseases. Phyllodiscus semoni is a highly toxic sea anemone; the venom has multiple effects, including lethality, hemolysis and renal injuries. We previously reported that venom extracted from Phyllodiscus semoni induced acute glomerular endothelial injuries in rats resembling hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), accompanied with complement dysregulation in glomeruli and suggested that the model might be useful for analyses of pathology and development of therapeutic approaches in HUS. In this mini-review, we describe in detail the venom-induced acute renal injuries in rat and summarize how the venom of Phyllodiscus semoni could have potential as a tool for analyses of complement activation and therapeutic interventions in HUS.
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- Masashi Mizuno
- Renal Replacement Therapy, Division of Nephrology, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, 65 Tsurumai-cho, Showa-ku, Nagoya 466-8550, Japan;
- Author to whom correspondence should be addressed; or ; Tel.: +81-52-744-2205; Fax: +81-52-744-2184
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- Renal Replacement Therapy, Division of Nephrology, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, 65 Tsurumai-cho, Showa-ku, Nagoya 466-8550, Japan;
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- Complement Biology Group, Institute of Infection and Immunology, School of Medicine, Cardiff University, Cardiff CF14 4XN, UK;
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Haddad Junior V, Fávero Junior EL, Ribeiro FAH, Ancheschi BDC, Castro GIPD, Martins RC, Pazuelo GB, Fujii JR, Vieira RB, Garrone Neto D. Trauma and envenoming caused by stingrays and other fish in a fishing community in Pontal do Paranapanema, state of São Paulo, Brazil: epidemiology, clinical aspects, and therapeutic and preventive measures. Rev Soc Bras Med Trop 2012; 45:238-42. [DOI: 10.1590/s0037-86822012000200019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2011] [Accepted: 11/03/2011] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION: Accidents caused by fish are common in inland fishing communities in Brazil, being work-related injuries in the majority of cases. These populations have no information on the mechanisms of trauma or envenoming. METHODS: Through a questionnaire administered to fishermen, we obtained clinical and epidemiological data on accidents in Rosana, Pontal do Paranapanema, State of São Paulo, Brazil. These data were analyzed and converted into an easily understood prevention and treatment program for the colony. RESULTS: Thirty-nine fishermen replied to the survey. All of the patients had been hurt by fish. Of those mentioned, the yellow catfish (Pimelodus maculatus) was the main fish species associated with injuries, but others also caused trauma to the fishermen. Six fishermen had been envenomed by stingrays. Pain and ulcers were the main symptoms and were described as intolerable. Approximately half of those injured were treated using traditional folk remedies. CONCLUSIONS: The fishermen suffered multiple accidents with catfish, which are venomous and cause intense pain, as well as trauma due to other fish, such as surubins, traíras, freshwater croakers, and piranhas. Approximately 16% of those interviewed presented with envenomation from stingrays. Our data and previous experience in the area led to the creation of a pamphlet with clear language that can effectively help fishermen in the region, an area in need of health services and disease prevention. This initiative also applies to the whole La Plata River basin, which has similar fauna.
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Queiroz MDCAP, Caldas JNDAR. Comparative dermatology: skin lesion produced by attack of jellyfishes (Physalia physalis). An Bras Dermatol 2012; 86:611-2. [PMID: 21738993 DOI: 10.1590/s0365-05962011000300038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2010] [Accepted: 09/13/2010] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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It is reported the case of a 21-year-old female bather with a skin lesion, heart-shaped ,characteristic of attack by jellyfish.
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Finkelstein R, Oren I. Soft tissue infections caused by marine bacterial pathogens: epidemiology, diagnosis, and management. Curr Infect Dis Rep 2011; 13:470-7. [PMID: 21785929 DOI: 10.1007/s11908-011-0199-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Skin and soft tissue infections (SSTIs) are one of the most common infection syndromes and may be caused by a large number of microorganisms. Some principles of aquatic injuries are different than those of land-based trauma. Wounds sustained in marine environment are exposed to a milieu of bacteria rarely encountered in different settings. These include Vibrio spp., Aeromonas spp., Shewanella spp., Erysipelothrix rhusiopathiae, Mycobacterium marinum, Streptococcus iniae, and other microbes. Failure to recognize and treat these uncommon pathogens in a timely manner may result in significant morbidity or death. These infections are frequently contracted as a result of recreational swimming, fishing injuries, or seafood handling. The spectrum of manifestations is wide, varying from cases of mild cellulitis, to severe life-threatening necrotizing fasciitis requiring radical surgery, to sepsis and death. This review will focus on the epidemiology, clinical manifestations, and treatment of SSTIs caused by the most important marine pathogens.
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- Renato Finkelstein
- Infectious Diseases Unit, Rambam Healthcare Campus, 31096, Haifa, Israel,
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Sciani JM, Zychar BC, Gonçalves LRDC, Nogueira TDO, Giorgi R, Pimenta DC. Pro-inflammatory effects of the aqueous extract of Echinometra lucunter sea urchin spines. Exp Biol Med (Maywood) 2011; 236:277-80. [PMID: 21355017 DOI: 10.1258/ebm.2010.010257] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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The sea urchin, Echinometra lucunter, can be found along the Western Central Atlantic shores. In Brazil, it is responsible by circa 50% of the accidents caused by marine animals. The symptoms usually surpass trauma and may be pathologically varied and last differently, ranging from spontaneous healing in a few days, to painful consequences lasting for weeks. In this work, we have mimicked the sea urchin accident by administering an aqueous extract of the spine into mice and rats and evaluated the pathophysiological developments. Our data clearly indicate that the sea urchin accident is indeed a pro-inflammatory event, triggered by toxins present in the spine that can cause edema and alteration in the leukocyte-endothelial interaction. Moreover, the spine extract was shown to exhibit a hyperalgesic effect. The extract is rich in proteins, as observed by sodium dodecyl sulfate-polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis, but also contains other molecules that can be analyzed by reversed phase high-performance liquid chromatography. Altogether, these effects corroborate that an E. lucunter encounter is an accident and not an incident, as frequently reported by the victims.
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