Non-Invasive Warming and Cooling Device (NIWCD) - New Start

Abstract

Single device to provide therapeutic temperature control (hyperthermia/hypothermia) during treatment and movement of patient from point of injury through the continuum of care. The mortality in combat casualties with hypothermia is double that of normothermic casualties with similar injuries. Cooling the patient is required to treat hyperthermia and is also advantageous when treating brain injuries.

Document Details

Document Type
Accomplishment
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2015
Source ID
e763deeb04fd3c186e2d8d2b88a94900

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Fields of Study

  • Medicine

Readers

  • Cardiovascular Physiology
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Trauma or Military Medicine

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