Hypothermia and near-drowning associated with life-threatening injuries: A remarkable recovery: A case report

Abstract

A young male suffered multiple severe injuries after a fall and near-drowning. On presentation to the emergency department (ED), he was in a critical and unstable condition and his chances of survival were deemed very low. This case illustrates the management of the hypothermic multi-trauma patient and the remarkable recovery made possible by a high standard of care. Keywords: Polytrauma, Shock, Hypothermia, Coagulopathy, Trauma care