Catalog

Fish sting

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Link to WHO Definition

Fish sting – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/1991728214

Sting from any of a large number of species of fish with venom glands attached to dorsal or caudal spines. Well recognised venomous fish include stingrays (Chondrichthyes), catfish and scorpionfish (Osteichthyes) and the spiny dogfish (Squalus acanthias). Injuries commonly occur on the feet or legs as a result of stepping on the fish and present as painful lacerations or puncture wounds.