Virgolini L, Lucca G, Bertolini L, Sponza E
Minerva Med. 1984 Jul 31;75(30-31):1803-7.
The aetiology, the epidemiology and the pathogenesis of poisoning by viper bites in Italy are outlined. The symptomatology and therapy are also described, and it is noted that antivenom must be reserved for some selected cases.
