Hypothermia-induced Haemostatic and Biochemical Phenomena. An Experimental Model

A Escalda1, M Marques, L Silva-Carvalho

  • 1Institute of Physiology, University of Lisbon, Portugal, Pond Street, London, NW3 2QG, UK.

Platelets
|November 4, 2010
PubMed
Summary

Short-term hypothermia in dogs caused significant hematological and hemostatic changes, including increased red blood cells and prolonged clotting times. These findings suggest tissue injury and platelet activation, offering insights for treating conditions like Raynaud's syndrome.