A NIGHT IN THE SEA: A HYPOTHERMIA CASE

Abstract

Hypothermia occurs as a result of increase in heat loss or decrease in heat production and it is defined as falling of body temperature below 35°C for any reason. Hypothermia which seen in all age groups is a severe condition that can be resulted with death if it is not treated. In this case report, epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical features and treatment of hypothermia were discussed over a case report.

Keywords

• hypothermia
• cold exposure
• case