Core Temperature in Patients With Out of Hospital Cardiac Arrest in South Tyrol - a Prospective Observational Study

What this Trial Is About

This research aims to monitor core body temperature in patients experiencing out of hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) during transport and upon arrival at the hospital. The study observes how environmental temperature and measures to prevent hypothermia affect these patients. It follows guidelines from the European Resuscitation Council to ensure standard resuscitation methods are applied. During the study, an esophageal temperature probe is inserted at the scene while resuscitation is ongoing to measure core temperature. Environmental factors such as weather, altitude, patient activity, and hypothermia protection like clothing are also recorded. Temperature measurements continue during transport and upon the patient's arrival at the hospital. Participants will be monitored throughout resuscitation and transport, with data collected on body temperature, environmental conditions, and resuscitation details. Researchers will track the core temperature at hospital arrival and during return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC), as well as other factors like resuscitation time and use of mechanical chest compression devices. The study collects data over about one year, focusing on temperature and resuscitation outcomes.

Core Temperature in Patients With OHCA