Emergency & Critical care, Session 3

Heat Stroke

In this case-based webinar we will revisit the pathophysiology of heatstroke and the key steps in the emergency approach, from rapid cooling strategies to stabilization of circulation and prevention of secondary complications. We will discuss how to recognize early versus advanced clinical presentations, how to tailor fluid therapy in the face of possible shock or coagulopathy, and how to monitor patients for complications such as acute kidney injury, gastrointestinal barrier failure, or disseminated intravascular coagulation.

Learning outcome:
After this webinar, participants will be able to apply a structured emergency approach to patients with heatstroke, implement effective cooling and stabilization strategies, and recognize and manage the complications that determine outcome.