Release date: 2007-04-12
In a groundbreaking medical advancement, a Swedish hospital has successfully used "cold therapy" to treat a patient suffering from an acute heart attack. The treatment was carried out at Lund University Hospital, where a 76-year-old man with a severe myocardial infarction was the first to undergo this innovative approach. The patient is currently in good condition and is expected to be discharged within a few days.
According to a report by the Swedish Daily, the procedure involved inserting a catheter into the patient’s body and circulating a cooled liquid through it, rapidly lowering his core temperature to below 35°C for 20 minutes. To ensure the patient's comfort during the hypothermic state, medical staff also used warming pads on his skin to prevent discomfort caused by the cold.
This pioneering technique was developed by Dr. Eliner, a leading cardiologist at Lund University, along with doctoral student Uliwijkona. Their goal was to manage the progression of ischemic symptoms and reduce complications such as heart failure and irregular heartbeats by carefully controlling body temperature.
Animal studies have shown that this "cold therapy" can cut the risk of a heart attack by up to 50%, with earlier intervention leading to better outcomes. Inspired by these results, Sweden is now planning to expand the use of this method, with plans to treat 200 patients in the near future. This could mark a significant shift in how heart attacks are managed globally.
The success of this treatment highlights the potential of controlled hypothermia in emergency cardiology, offering new hope for patients facing life-threatening conditions. As research continues, this method may become a standard part of care for heart attack victims around the world.
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