Snakebite knowledge among healthcare workers in Gabon: A health facility-based cross-sectional survey

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  Snakebite knowledge among healthcare workers in Gabon: A health facility-based cross-sectional survey Abstract Background Snakebite envenoming remains a neglected health issue in many countries, including Gabon, where the limited availability of snakebite-specific training, clinical guidelines, and essential resources at health facilities may lead to gaps in healthcare workers’ knowledge and confidence and the use of non-recommended treatment practices. This study aimed to assess healthcare workers’ knowledge of snakebite management in the Ogooué et des Lacs department of Moyen-Ogooué province in Gabon. Methods From June to August 2023, we conducted a cross-sectional survey targeting all healthcare workers in Ogooué et des Lacs who may be involved in snakebite management. We collected information on prior training, self-perceived knowledge of snakebite management, symptom recognition, clinical management practices, and snake identification. Knowledge was assessed using 10 true/fa...

Fusion of Pectinal Teeth in Scorpio kruglovi Birula, 1910 (Scorpiones: Scorpionidae)

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Fusion of Pectinal Teeth in Scorpio kruglovi Birula, 1910 (Scorpiones: Scorpionidae)

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A rare teratological anomaly of pecten is described and illustrated: a case of fusion in pectinal teeth in the scorpion Scorpio kruglovi Birula, 1910). It was observed that 7th and 8th teeth are fused in the right pecten. The resulting fused tooth is larger than other teeth. A smaller fulcrum located inside of the large, fused tooth whereas other fulcra are located between normally developed teeth.


Yağmur, E. A., & Yağmur, G. 2023 . Fusion of pectinal teeth in Scorpio kruglovi Birula, 1910 (Scorpiones: Scorpionidae). Euscorpius, No. 380: 1-3. https://mds.marshall.edu/euscorpius/vol2023/iss380/1/