Epidemiological data related to Latrodectus bites over a 10-year period (1979-1988) in Buenos Aires Province, Argentina, are presented. Data on distribution of accidents by year, month, sex, residence of person bitten and general symptomatology are given. Statistical analysis showed a mean of 28.1 bites cases per year, 80% in males, most of whom were farm workers. The Latrodectus bites were localized in arms, pelvic waist and legs. Forty-six per cent of bitten persons visit the clinic within 1 to 3 hours after the incident, and only 15% capture the animal responsible for the accident.
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Grisolia, C. S., Peluso, F. O., Stanchi, N. O., & Francini, F. (1992). Epidemiología del latrodectismo en la Provincia de Buenos Aires, Argentina. Revista de Saude Publica, 26(1), 1–5. https://doi.org/10.1590/s0034-89101992000100001
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