scholarly journals Is defibrillation effective in accidental severe hypothermia in adults?

2007 ◽  
Vol 24 (1) ◽  
pp. 50-51 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. Clift ◽  
L. Munro-Davies
Keyword(s):  
Severe Hypothermia ◽  
Accidental Severe Hypothermia

scholarly journals Iceman Survived due to Cooling Device

2011 ◽  
Vol 2011 ◽  
pp. 1-2 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. Roser ◽  
F. Martens ◽  
C. Storm
Keyword(s):  
Mild Hypothermia ◽  
Feedback Mechanism ◽  
Surface Cooling ◽  
Cooling Device ◽  
Noninvasive Methods ◽  
Postresuscitation Care ◽  
Severe Hypothermia ◽  
Temperature Feedback ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
Accidental Severe Hypothermia

Although mild hypothermia treatment is part of the standard postresuscitation care today, no standard method for treatment of accidental severe hypothermia has been yet established. Different strategies including invasive and noninvasive methods have been described in the literature. We present the case of a 75-year-old man with accidental severe hypothermia (23°C) and demonstrate that using a surface cooling device with automatic controlled temperature feedback mechanism (ArcticSun2000 Medivance, Louisville, Colorado, USA) is an effective and safe method for controlled rewarming in this life-threatening setting.

scholarly journals Bradycardia in a newborn with accidental severe hypothermia: treat or don’t touch? A case report

2021 ◽  
Vol 29 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Astrid Kuonen ◽  
Thomas Riva ◽  
Gabor Erdoes
Keyword(s):  
Body Temperature ◽  
Clinical Presentation ◽  
Prolonged Exposure ◽  
Accidental Hypothermia ◽  
Effective Measure ◽  
Case Presentation ◽  
Mortality And Morbidity ◽  
Severe Hypothermia ◽  
Passive Rewarming ◽  
Accidental Severe Hypothermia

Abstract Background Hypothermia significantly affects mortality and morbidity of newborns. Literature about severe accidental hypothermia in neonates is limited. We report a case of a neonate suffering from severe accidental hypothermia. An understanding of the physiology of neonatal thermoregulation and hypothermia is important to decide on treatment. Case presentation A low-birth-weight newborn was found with severe accidental hypothermia (rectal temperature 25.7 °C) due to prolonged exposure to low ambient temperature. The newborn presented bradycardic, bradypnoeic, lethargic, pale and cold. Bradycardia, bradypnea and impaired consciousness were interpreted in the context of the measured body temperature. Therefore, no reanimation or intubation was initiated. The newborn was closely monitored and successfully treated only with active and passive rewarming. Conclusion Clinical parameters such as heart frequency, blood pressure, respiration and consciousness must be interpreted in light of the measured body temperature. Medical treatment should be adapted to the clinical presentation. External rewarming can be a safe and effective measure in neonatal patients.

A Model for the Treatment of Accidental Severe Hypothermia

1986 ◽  
Vol 26 (1) ◽  
pp. 68-74 ◽  
Author(s):  
JERRY F. MOSS ◽  
MICHAEL HAKLIN ◽  
HARRY W. SOUTHWICK ◽  
DAVID L. ROSEMAN
Keyword(s):  
Severe Hypothermia ◽  
Accidental Severe Hypothermia

scholarly journals Bradycardia in Accidental Severe Hypothermia in a Newborn: Treat or Don’t Touch? A case report

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Astrid Kuonen ◽  
Thomas Riva ◽  
Gabor Erdoes
Keyword(s):  
Body Temperature ◽  
Clinical Presentation ◽  
Prolonged Exposure ◽  
Accidental Hypothermia ◽  
Effective Measure ◽  
Heart Frequency ◽  
Mortality And Morbidity ◽  
Severe Hypothermia ◽  
Passive Rewarming ◽  
Accidental Severe Hypothermia

Abstract BackgroundHypothermia significantly affects mortality and morbidity of newborns. Literature about severe accidental hypothermia in neonates is limited. We present a case of a neonate suffering from severe accidental hypothermia. An understanding of the physiology of neonatal thermoregulation and hypothermia is important to decide on treatment.Case presentationWe report a case of severe accidental hypothermia (rectal temperature 25.7°C) in a hypothropic newborn due to prolonged exposure to low ambient temperature. The newborn presented bradycardic, bradypneic, lethargic, pale and cold. Bradycardia, bradypnea and consciousness were interpreted in the context of the measured body temperature. Therefore, no reanimation or intubation was initiated. The newborn was closely monitored and successfully treated only with active and passive rewarming. ConclusionClinical parameters such as heart frequency, blood pressure, respiration and consciousness must be interpreted in light of the measured body temperature. Medical treatment should be adapted to the clinical presentation. External rewarming can be a safe and effective measure in neonatal patients.

Synergistic induction of severe hypothermia (poikilothermia) by limbic seizures, acepromazine and physical restraint

2001 ◽  
Vol 70 (2-3) ◽  
pp. 341-352 ◽  
Author(s):  
M.A Persinger ◽  
R.P O'Connor ◽  
Y.R.J Bureau ◽  
G.H Parker ◽  
O Peredery ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Restraint ◽  
Limbic Seizures ◽  
Severe Hypothermia ◽  
Synergistic Induction

scholarly journals IS AN EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT A SAFER PLACE FOR HYPOTHERMIC VICTIMS THAN AN AMBULANCE? A COMPARISON OF THE KNOWLEDGE OF MEDICAL PERSONNEL CONCERNING HYPOTHERMIA

2019 ◽  
Vol 72 (2) ◽  
pp. 209-215
Author(s):  
Paweł Podsiadło ◽  
Adam Nogalski ◽  
Sylweriusz Kosiński ◽  
Tomasz Sanak ◽  
Kinga Sałapa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Independent Risk Factor ◽  
Core Body Temperature ◽  
Medical Personnel ◽  
Initial Management ◽  
Severe Hypothermia ◽  
Post Test ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Post Traumatic ◽  
Core Body

Introduction: Improper initial management of a victim in severe hypothermia is associated with a risk of cardiac arrest. At the same time, an uncontrolled drop in core body temperature in trauma victims is an independent risk factor for mortality. Medical personnel require a thorough understanding of the pathophysiology and treatment of hypothermia. Gaps in this understanding can lead to serious complications for patients. The aim: To compare knowledge concerning hypothermia between medical personnel working in emergency departments (ED) and emergency medical services (EMS). Materials and methods: A total of 5,362 participants were included in the study. In this study, EMS and ED personnel were encouraged to participate in an e-learning course on hypothermia. Subsequently, the scores of a pre-test, lesson tests and post-test completed by participants of this course were compared. Results: Pre-test scores were significantly higher among personnel working in EMS compared with those working in EDs. Nurses employed in EDs had significantly more failures in completing the course than EMS nurses. The most difficult topics for all practitioners were post-traumatic hypothermia and hypothermia-related clotting disorders. Conclusions: EMS personnel have a higher level of knowledge of hypothermia than ED personnel. Moreover, an e-learning course is an effective tool for improving medical personnel’s knowledge of hypothermia.

scholarly journals Recombinant Factor VIIa Reduces Bleeding after Blunt Liver Injury in a Pig Model of Dilutional Coagulopathy under Severe Hypothermia

PLoS ONE ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 10 (6) ◽  
pp. e0113979 ◽  
Author(s):  
Henri M. H. Spronk ◽  
Till Braunschweig ◽  
Rolf Rossaint ◽  
Dirk C. Wüst ◽  
Rene van Oerle ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Liver Injury ◽  
Recombinant Factor Viia ◽  
Factor Viia ◽  
Pig Model ◽  
Blunt Liver Injury ◽  
Severe Hypothermia ◽  
Dilutional Coagulopathy

SEVERE HYPOTHERMIA IN INFANTS

The Lancet ◽  
1963 ◽  
Vol 282 (7315) ◽  
pp. 1009-1010
Author(s):  
GavinC. Arneil ◽  
MargaretM. Kerr ◽  
J.M. Sanchez
Keyword(s):  
Severe Hypothermia
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