A 27-year-old man presents to the emergency department with severe muscle cramps, abdominal rigidity, diaphoresis, and hypertension (BP 168/102 mmHg, HR 118/min) after sustaining a bite while cleaning a woodpile 4 hours ago. Temperature is 37.2°C and SpO2 is 98% on room air. Physical examination reveals no fang marks or local swelling. Serum creatinine is normal. Which of the following best describes the mechanism of the toxin involved?

  1. A)Inhibits aldehyde dehydrogenase
  2. B)Causes massive release of neurotransmitters from presynaptic terminalsGABARITO
  3. C)Blocks presynaptic release of acetylcholine
  4. D)Oxidizes hemoglobin iron to Fe3+
  5. E)Inhibits cytochrome oxidase

Explicação

Black widow spider venom contains alpha-latrotoxin, which causes massive release of neurotransmitters and produces painful muscle cramps, autonomic activation, and diaphoresis. The presentation contrasts with botulism, which blocks acetylcholine release. Ver explicação completa e trilha adaptativa →

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