Abstract
Snake bite affects around 2.5 million annually, with greater than 100,000 deaths. India is known to have one of the highest rates of snake bites in the world. However, reports of venomous snake bites during pregnancy are uncommon, as women in our country are usually homebound during their pregnancy. Little is known about the maternal and fetal outcome following venomous snake bite of a pregnant woman. This case report presents a multigravida who was bitten by a snake at 28 weeks of pregnancy. She developed DIC and abruptio placentae and delivered a still born baby. The purpose of this case report is to emphasise on the fact that though the consequences of a snake bite is grave for the fetus and mother, timely and effective medical care can go a long way in saving their lives.
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