In limb what amount of pressure is applied to prevent venum migration in snake bite
Pressure immobilisation technique: A bandage is applied over the wound which is loose enough to fit one finger in. The pressure of bandage should be maintained in 50-70 mm Hg. This procedure (Sutherland wrap) is to occlude the lymphatic circulation without impeding the aerial or venous flow. Ref: FORENSIC MEDICINE AND TOXICOLOGY DR PC IGNATIUS THIRD EDITION PAGE 520
<10 mm of Hg
20-30 mm of Hg
40-70 mm of Hg
>100 mm of Hg
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