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[Expert consensus on the prevention and treatment of heatstroke in children (2023)]

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    Zhongguo Dang Dai Er Ke Za Zhi = Chinese Journal of Contemporary Pediatrics
    |June 29, 2023
    PubMed

    Insights

    Children are vulnerable to heatstroke due to immature temperature regulation, potentially causing organ damage. This consensus provides guidance on heatstroke prevention and treatment in pediatric populations.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatrics
    • Environmental Medicine
    • Neurology

    Context:

    • Children possess underdeveloped thermoregulation, increasing susceptibility to heatstroke.
    • Heatstroke in children can lead to severe organ damage.
    • Immature central nervous system function impairs heat regulation in pediatric patients.

    Purpose:

    • To establish an expert consensus on pediatric heatstroke.
    • To provide evidence-based recommendations for prevention and treatment.
    • To serve as a reference for healthcare professionals managing heatstroke in children.

    Summary:

    • This consensus reviews current evidence on pediatric heatstroke, utilizing Oxford Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine criteria.
    • It covers heatstroke classification, underlying causes, and preventative strategies.
    • Includes detailed pre-hospital and in-hospital management protocols.

    Impact:

    • Enhances clinical practice for pediatric heatstroke management.
    • Aims to reduce morbidity and mortality associated with heatstroke in children.
    • Provides a unified approach to pediatric heatstroke prevention and treatment.

    Keywords:
    ChildHeatstrokePreventionTreatment

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