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Management of Severe Hypothermia: Challenges and Advanced Strategies

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Severe hypothermia is a medical emergency that can be fatal if not promptly and effectively managed. Background: This case report examines a patient with severe hypothermia and describes the advanced approaches utilized in treatment, highlighting the challenges encountered and the clinical decisions that led to a favorable outcome. Methods: We report a case of an approximately 60-year-old adult, who was found unconscious in low-temperature conditions, presenting with bradycardia and a measured core temperature of 25 °C. Results: Medical intervention included active internal rewarming and the use of a controlled intravascular active heating system to support vital functions. Conclusions: This case underscores the importance of a multidisciplinary approach and the advantages of utilizing modern technologies in the management of severe hypothermia for selected cases.

Source: Journal of Clinical Medicine

DOI: 10.3390/jcm14051584

Authors: Bogdan Oprita, Ionut Olaru, Liviu Botezatu, Alice Elena Diaconu, Ruxandra Oprita

Institutions: Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Clinical Emergency Hospital Bucharest

Language: English

Topic: Thermal Regulation in Medicine

Subfield: Critical Care and Intensive Care Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,137