Fatal Hyperthermia in Hot Baths in Individuals With Multiple Sclerosis

Kohlmeier, Ruth E.; DiMaio, Vincent J.M.; Kagan-Hallet, Kathleen S.

doi:10.1097/00000433-200009000-00001

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“…Fatal sagittal sinus thrombosis is usually considered in the context of pregnancy and childbirth [341,342], but it may occur in association with other conditions [343][344][345]. Sudden death has been described in patents with multiple sclerosis, either in association with heat [346,347], or in the context of brainstem or other vital area involvement [348]. Occasionally, the first presentation of a central nervous system tumor [349][350][351][352], including colloid cyst of the third ventricle, can be sudden death [353].…”

Section: Central Nervous System Causes Of Sudden Deathmentioning

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Sudden adult death

Langlois

2009

Forensic Sci Med Pathol

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In the investigation of sudden death in adults, channelopathies, such as long QT syndrome, have risen to the fore in the minds of forensic pathologists in recent years. Examples of these disorders are touched upon in this review as an absence of abnormal findings at postmortem examination is characteristic and the importance of considering the diagnosis lies in the heritable nature of these conditions. Typically, a diagnosis of a possible channelopathy is evoked as an explanation for a 'negative autopsy' in a case of apparent sudden natural death. However, the one potential adverse effect of this approach is that subtle causes of sudden death may be overlooked. The intention of this article is to review and discuss potential causes of sudden adult death (mostly natural) that should be considered before resorting to a diagnosis of possible channelopathy. Nonetheless, it becomes apparent that many of the potential causes of sudden death can have a genetic basis. Thus, it becomes an important consideration that there may be a genetic basis to sudden death that extends beyond the negative autopsy.

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Section: Central Nervous System Causes Of Sudden Deathmentioning

confidence: 99%

Sudden adult death

Langlois

2009

Forensic Sci Med Pathol

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“…Unfortunately, many cases of sudden deaths during bathing have been reported to date 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13. In most cases, death occurs in a bathtub, and victims are found unresponsive with their faces immersed or completely submerged under the water.…”

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Bath‐related deaths: Preventive strategies and suggestions for general physicians

Suzuki

Hikiji

Fukunaga

2017

J of Gen and Family Med

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Bath‐related deaths occur frequently in Japan, particularly in the elderly population; however, this fact is not sufficiently well known by the public. The advent of a super‐aging society will expose general physicians to more cases of fatal and nonfatal bath‐related accidents. As many of the victims have one or more lifestyle‐related diseases, general physicians will play a more important role in preventing these fatalities in the future. In addition, general physicians may have to perform postmortem examinations in these cases. This review article addresses the latest studies on bath‐related deaths from various medical departments, including forensic medicine, emergency medicine, and physiology. We also discuss preventive strategies based on the assumed mechanisms, and because Japan does not have a well‐developed system of medical examiners, we also provide suggestions for physicians who will encounter bath‐related deaths in the future.

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“…Long periods of time exposed to heat without caregiver's monitoring can produce sunburns, dehydration, heatstroke, and even death. There are reports of deaths produced by heat exposure in assisted living facilities as well as in patient's homes due to impaired self-awareness and failure in supervision [2][3][4]. Lastly, under severe mobility impairment, people can also develop comorbidities related to respiratory and cardiovascular function which should be constantly supervised by caregivers.…”

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Unobtrusive Support System for Prevention of Dangerous Health Conditions in Wheelchair Users

Arias

Pino

Aqueveque

et al. 2016

Mobile Information Systems

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This paper presents an assistive device for wheelchair users with severe disability. It consists of several sensors deployed on a wheelchair, able to sense pressure relief habits, activity level, vital signs, and ambient conditions. A pilot study was conducted to evaluate the potential capabilities of the system and the feasibility of implementing alarms. During a period of two weeks, six full-time wheelchair users were monitored. Results show that the system is able to capture pressure relief patterns and tilt-in-space usage, a mechanism required to avoid pressure ulcers. Data analysis shows that none of the volunteers fully complied with the tilting recommendations. It also shows varied activity levels, both within and between patients, indicating their engagement in daily activities. The system is also able to estimate heart and respiration rate during passive activities (e.g., watching TV and/or resting). Also, high temperatures in summer were monitored while patients were outside, to prevent heatstroke events. All the monitored variables are acquired with unobtrusive sensors, producing no discomfort to the patient and providing valuable information for better care. The final recommendation and alarm system is implemented in a single board computer, to be embedded in the wheelchair.

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Fatal Hyperthermia in Hot Baths in Individuals With Multiple Sclerosis

Cited by 16 publications

References 7 publications

Sudden adult death

Sudden adult death

Bath‐related deaths: Preventive strategies and suggestions for general physicians

Unobtrusive Support System for Prevention of Dangerous Health Conditions in Wheelchair Users

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