Anthrax and its Treatment with Large Doses of Serum
Abstract
261 cases of cutaneous anthrax are reported, which were treated with large doses of serum -- 100-200 ccm twice daily subcutaneously and intramuscularly, intravenously in severe cases. 13 died = 5%. Cauterization, formation of eschars, etc., were not performed. Local treatment consists of immobilization and dressing with diluted Lugol's solution. The serum has been furnished by the Roumanian State Serum Institute. Following the introduction of treatment with large doses of serum, the mortality rate of cutaneous anthrax decreased to one-fourth the previous rate.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 1968
- Accession Number
- AD0846555
Entities
People
- Hermann Czickeli
Organizations
- United States Army Biological Warfare Laboratories