Arctic Sun medical device
Arctic Sun Medical Device
The Arctic Sun medical device is a non-invasive, patient-friendly targeted temperature management system used in hospitals and medical facilities. It is designed to monitor and control a patient's temperature within a range of 32°C to 38.5°C, with the aim of preventing or reducing the risk of brain damage following cardiac arrest or other traumatic brain injuries.
Pronunciation
Arctic Sun: /ˈɑːrktɪk sʌn/
Etymology
The term "Arctic Sun" is a combination of two English words. "Arctic" is derived from the Greek word arktikos, meaning "near the bear, northern," and "Sun" is from the Old English sunne. The name likely refers to the device's ability to cool (Arctic) and warm (Sun) a patient's body temperature.
Function
The Arctic Sun medical device uses a method known as Targeted Temperature Management (TTM), formerly referred to as therapeutic hypothermia. This involves the controlled cooling of a patient's body temperature to improve outcomes after periods of cardiac arrest or brain injury. The device uses adhesive, water-circulating pads that are applied to the patient's skin, allowing for precise temperature control.
Related Terms
- Targeted Temperature Management: A method of treatment involving the controlled cooling or warming of a patient's body temperature.
- Cardiac Arrest: A sudden loss of blood flow resulting from the failure of the heart to pump effectively.
- Brain Injury: Any injury occurring in the brain of a living organism.
- Non-Invasive: A procedure that does not require incisions into the body or the removal of tissue.
Usage
The Arctic Sun medical device is primarily used in Intensive Care Units (ICUs) and Emergency Departments (EDs). It is used for patients who have experienced cardiac arrest, stroke, or other forms of brain injury where controlling body temperature can improve patient outcomes.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Arctic Sun medical device
- Wikipedia's article - Arctic Sun medical device
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