Treatment of Rabies

Approach 

Considerations When the patient presents with a bite, wound cleansing, debridement, and careful exploration for foreign body (broken tooth) are essential; this should take at least 10 minutes. Generally, leave wounds to heal by secondary intention to permit drainage of wound fluids and prevent infection. 

Inpatient care 

Inpatient care of patients with rabies may be needed if wounds are extensive or are on the face and hands, if surgical repair or replacement of blood loss is required, or if infection occurs.

Transferring 

care support and capability of providing timely diagnostic workup is essential. 

Follow-up 

Coordinate follow-up evaluations of patients with the primary caregiver, the local health depart me For a patient with an illness consistent with rabies, transfer to a tertiary care center with intent, and, if applicable, the veterinarian who quarantined the animal.