Characterization of anemia following rattlesnake envenomation in Arizona: a retrospective observational study

Clinical Toxicology 2026

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Authors: Jacob Denton, Sarah A. Watkins, Farshad Mazda Shirazi, Frank Gardner Walter, Jason H. Karnes, Anthony Vicenti, Geoffrey T. Smelski
DOI: 10.1080/15563650.2026.2616423
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References: 18

Abstract

Introduction Rattlesnakes in the southwestern United States possess hemotoxic venom associated with coagulopathy and bleeding. While the two complications are related, they are distinct entities, and no known study has evaluated the phenomenon of venom-induced anemia.Methods A chart review was performed using electronic health records from the Arizona Poison and Drug Information Center between January 1st, 2017 and December 31st, 2022. Included charts were characterized by the presence or absence of anemia (hemoglobin

Fields of Study & Subjects

Venomous Animal Envenomation and Studies Poisoning and overdose treatments Amphibian and Reptile Biology

Publication details

Journal / source
Clinical Toxicology
Volume
64
Issue
6
Pages
490–496
Publication date
4 February 2026
Language
EN