| Abstract |
Frostbite injury from cold exposure is not uncommon. The application of ice pack is well known in clinical practice; however, its improper use can pose danger to the patient. We report a case of frostbite injury due to prolonged use of ice packs in a ventilated patient.
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| Authors | Parkash Lohana, Andrew Hart |
| Journal | Scottish medical journal
(Scott Med J)
Vol. 56
Issue 2
Pg. 120
(May 2011)
ISSN: 0036-9330 [Print] Scotland |
| PMID | 21680308
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
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| Topics |
- Female
- Frostbite
(therapy)
- Heart Arrest
(etiology, therapy)
- Humans
- Hypothermia, Induced
(methods)
- Middle Aged
- Myocardial Infarction
(complications, therapy)
- Stents
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