Exertion-induced heatstroke

Forgan-Smith, J.R.

Medical Journal of Australia 146(3): 154-155

1987


ISSN/ISBN: 0025-729X
PMID: 3574195
Document Number: 301195
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.

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