Venomous and Poisonous Australian Animals of Veterinary Importance : A Rich Source of Novel Therapeutics
Joint Authors
Hardy, Margaret C.
Allavena, Rachel E.
Cochrane, Jonathon
Source
Issue
Vol. 2014, Issue 2014 (31 Dec. 2014), pp.1-12, 12 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2014-07-21
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
12
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Envenomation and poisoning by terrestrial animals (both vertebrate and invertebrate) are a significant economic problem and health risk for domestic animals in Australia.
Australian snakes are some of the most venomous animals in the world and bees, wasps, ants, paralysis ticks, and cane toads are also present as part of the venomous and poisonous fauna.
The diagnosis and treatment of envenomation or poisoning in animals is a challenge and can be a traumatic and expensive process for owners.
Despite the potency of Australian venoms, there is potential for novel veterinary therapeutics to be modeled on venom toxins, as has been the case with human pharmaceuticals.
A comprehensive overview of envenomation and poisoning signs in livestock and companion animals is provided and related to the potential for venom toxins to act as therapeutics.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Hardy, Margaret C.& Cochrane, Jonathon& Allavena, Rachel E.. 2014. Venomous and Poisonous Australian Animals of Veterinary Importance : A Rich Source of Novel Therapeutics. BioMed Research International،Vol. 2014, no. 2014, pp.1-12.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-489165
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Hardy, Margaret C.…[et al.]. Venomous and Poisonous Australian Animals of Veterinary Importance : A Rich Source of Novel Therapeutics. BioMed Research International No. 2014 (2014), pp.1-12.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-489165
American Medical Association (AMA)
Hardy, Margaret C.& Cochrane, Jonathon& Allavena, Rachel E.. Venomous and Poisonous Australian Animals of Veterinary Importance : A Rich Source of Novel Therapeutics. BioMed Research International. 2014. Vol. 2014, no. 2014, pp.1-12.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-489165
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-489165