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Hypothermia
• can be classified as inadvertent (seen postoperatively), intentional
(for medical purposes), or accidental (exposure related).
• Inadvertent perioperative hypothermia is a common consequence of
anaesthesia.
• Intentional hypothermia is an induced state generally directed at
neuroprotection after an at-risk situation usually after cardiac arrest.
