Use of hypothermia does not improve outcomes for adults with severe meningitis; may be harmful

In conclusion, our trial does not support the use of hypothermia in adults with severe meningitis. Moderate hypothermia did not improve outcome in patients with severe bacterial meningitis and may even be harmful. Our results may have important implications for future trials on hypothermia in patients presenting with septic shock or stroke. Careful evaluation of safety issues in these future and ongoing trials are needed," the authors write.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - Category: Global & Universal Source Type: news