Citation

Forgan-Smith JR. Med. J. Aust. 1987; 146(3): 154-155.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1987, Australian Medical Association, Publisher Australasian Medical Publishing)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

3574195

Abstract

A case of exertion-induced heatstroke which illustrates the multiple complications of hyperthermia, including jaundice, coagulopathy and cardiac abnormalities, is reported. The need to increase public awareness of the danger of hyperthermia, and of preventive and first-aid measures, is emphasized.

Language: en