A case of intestinal infarction following Vipera aspis bite.

A case of Vipera aspis bite followed by severe envenomation, shock, neurotoxic symptoms, myoglobinuria and coagulation disorders with thrombosis of the iliac vessels and intestinal infarction is described. A right hemicolectomy had to be performed. Treatment is described in detail. European adder bites may cause, although uncommonly, severe envenoming with unusual symptoms. The attending doctor must be prepared to face unusual diagnostic and therapeutic problems.