Fatal Hyperthermia in Hot Baths in Individuals With Multiple Sclerosis

2000 ◽  
Vol 21 (3) ◽  
pp. 201-203 ◽  
Author(s):  
R. E. Kohlmeier ◽  
V. J. M. DiMaio ◽  
K. Kagan-Hallet
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2019 ◽  
Vol 26 (13) ◽  
pp. 1790-1796
Author(s):  
Aarushi Jain ◽  
Mattia Rosso ◽  
Jonathan D Santoro

Wilhelm Uhthoff, known for his contributions to both neurology and neuro-ophthalmology, was a German ophthalmologist who specialized in neurologic disorders. The eponym “Uhthoff’s phenomenon” was first used to describe the reversible, transient blurring of vision in patients with multiple sclerosis during exercise. Subsequently, it was discovered that this neurologic sign not only was triggered by physical exertion but also by other homeostatic disruptions such as hot baths, menstruation, and high external temperatures. Here, we take a look at the life and career of Wilhelm Uhthoff and discuss the basis behind this phenomenon.


1996 ◽  
Vol 22 (3) ◽  
pp. 207-215 ◽  
Author(s):  
H. Li ◽  
M. L. Cuzner ◽  
J. Newcombe
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