Diagnostic value of electrocardiographic abnormalities observed in subjects accidentally exposed to cold

摘要: Abstract Electrocardiograms were recorded in 5 patients accidentally exposed to cold. All came from either a poorly heated room or the open air. Usually there was some alteration of mental function ability walk, resulting prolonged exposure The characteristic electrocardiographic findings hypothermia are bradycardia, atrial fibrillation, muscle tremor artifact, prolongation QRS complex with “J” “Osborn” waves and Q-T interval. In these changes ranged mild severe. Follow-up tracings obtained 3. electrocardiogram can be considerable value revealing hypothermic states low “core” temperature. Severe easily detected usually associated grave underlying illness poor prognosis. Milder degrees result recognizable that helpful evaluating rectal