Mad Dogs and Englishmen - A case of fatal hyperthermia in military personnel

Authors

  • K Saasa General Practitioner
  • MSS Patel Consultant Pathologist

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55320/mjz.49.4.394

Keywords:

hyperthermia, heat exhaustion, heat stroke, body temperature, tropical sun, hot climate, ultraviolet B rays

Abstract

A case of fatal hyperthermia in a military personnel is reported. It highlights the health hazards of over exposure to hot temperatures. A clinico-pathological aspect of the topic is discussed.

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Published

15-11-2023

Issue

Section

Case Report

How to Cite

Mad Dogs and Englishmen - A case of fatal hyperthermia in military personnel. (2023). Medical Journal of Zambia, 49(4). https://doi.org/10.55320/mjz.49.4.394

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