Hypothermia for perinatal asphyxial encephalopathy

BACKGROUND: Perinatal asphyxial encephalopathy occurs in 1– per 1000 live births and is associated with high mortality and morbidity. Therapeutic hypothermia increases intact survival and improves neurodevelopmental outcome in survivors. AIMS: To evaluate (i) the opinion and practice...

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Main Authors: CF Hagmann, B Brotschi, V Bernet, B Latal, TM Berger, NJ Robertson
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SMW supporting association (Trägerverein Swiss Medical Weekly SMW) 2011-02-01
Series:Swiss Medical Weekly
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Online Access:https://www.smw.ch/index.php/smw/article/view/1255