Episode 18 - Environmental Medicine - Part 1: Heat Stroke & Cooling Techniques

In this first segment of the episode, we discuss heat stroke and exertional hyperthermia, and the effectiveness of various cooling techniques.
Theme: Environmental Medicine. 

Participants: Dr Scott Squires, A/Prof. Andrew Coggins, Tim Selvaraj, Yelise Foon, Mariez Gorgi, Shreyas Iyer, Kit Rowe, and Harry Hong. 

Discussion:
Douma, M., Aves, T., Allan, K., Bendall, J., Berry, D., & Chang, W. et al. (2020). First aid cooling techniques for heat stroke and exertional hyperthermia: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Resuscitation, 148, 173-190. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.resuscitation.2020.01.007.

Presenter: Tim Selvaraj - emergency medicine trainee at Westmead Hospital.

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Disclaimer:
  • Please be advised that the individual views and opinions expressed in this recording strive to improve clinical practice, are our own, and do not represent the views of any organization or affiliated body. Therapies discussed are general and should not be a substitute for an individualized assessment from a medical professional.

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