Hypothermia in bleeding trauma: a friend or a foe?

<p>Abstract</p> <p>The induction of hypothermia for cellular protection is well established in several clinical settings. Its role in trauma patients, however, is controversial. This review discusses the benefits and complications of induced hypothermia--emphasizing the current sta...

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Main Authors: Kochanek Ashley R, Kheirbek Tareq, Alam Hasan B
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2009-12-01
Series:Scandinavian Journal of Trauma, Resuscitation and Emergency Medicine
Online Access:http://www.sjtrem.com/content/17/1/65