
Occasional
The Occasional frostbite
L'Occasionnel engelure
Winter 2024
Volume 29 - Issue 1
Alexander Poole, Yousuf Ahmed, Malcolm Davidson
Details
ISSN Number: 12037796
Language: English/French
Format: PDF
Pages: 32–38
Content Summary
This article explores the pathophysiology and modern treatment approaches for frostbite, a condition occasionally encountered by rural physicians. It discusses the two phases of frostbite injury and highlights advanced therapeutics like vasodilators and thrombolytics. The piece also examines risk factors and demographics, emphasizing the importance of updated treatment protocols in rural settings.
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Remote medicineNorthern medicinePublic healthRural medicinePrimary care