A 31-year-old Czech snake-breeding specialist and active sportsman experienced a
snake bite from a black mamba on the tip of the third finger of his right hand; the
bite occurred through the cloth of a snake transporting bag. First aid procedures
were carried out by the patient, which involved cutting next to the bitten site
and applying Sutherland’s pressure immobilization bandage (whole extremity tight
bandage). Being aware of the severity of his status, the man arranged for immediate
transportation to the local hospital