Therapeutic Hypothermia After Resuscitation from Cardiac Arrest [Internet].

Conclusions The scientific evidence is insufficient to show that treatment with induced hypothermia after resuscitation from cardiac arrest improves survival or lowers the risk for permanent functional impairment. Although the scientific evidence is too weak to support reliable conclusions, the method appears to be promising and potentially may be of clinical importance. However, it is essential to continue testing this method in Sweden under scientifically acceptable conditions so that its benefits, risks, and cost effectiveness can be assessed. Until adequate scientific evidence is available, therapeutic hypothermia should be used only within the framework of well-designed, prospective, and controlled trials.

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