Scorpion envenomation treatment in the Middle East is often controversial due to challenges
in identifying responsible species, limited evidence for safety and efficacy of available
antivenoms, and lack of practical guidelines for management. It can be especially
challenging for military clinicians who must make decisions regarding evacuation after
a sting has occurred. Medical personnel treating civilian and military patients may
benefit from having a pragmatic approach to scorpionism in the Middle East.
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