414 PHYSIOLOGY OF INDUCED HYPOTHERMIA 



The coml^ination of induced hypothermia and the dehljerate production of hypo- 

 tension has been suggested. Data indicate the possibiHty that Arfonad may mini- 

 mize the reduction of platelets (Helmsworth) and may protect against ventricular 

 fibrillation (Riberi et a!.). Use of this drug deserves further evaluation, as does the 

 concept that hypothermia may reduce the hazards of a lowered arterial pressure. 

 Might continuous spinal anesthesia be worthy of a trial during hypothermia? 



