Principles of anesthesia monitoring--body temperature

J Invest Surg. 2008 Nov-Dec;21(6):373-4. doi: 10.1080/08941930802411937.

Abstract

In this article we discuss the importance of monitoring body temperature. Some effects of hypothermia are covered, along with the benefits of careful monitoring. Also discussed are the basic use and application of the most common monitoring methods, as well as the methods we used to help maintain body temperature.

MeSH terms

  • Anesthesia / adverse effects*
  • Body Temperature Regulation
  • Body Temperature*
  • Fever / etiology
  • Humans
  • Hypothermia / etiology
  • Monitoring, Physiologic / methods*