External circulating-fluid core temperature regulation system control unit, heating/cooling
Definition
An electrically-powered device intended to be used as part of an external circulating-fluid core temperature regulation system to control/regulate the temperature and flow of fluid through a connected patient-applied pad (not included), to both elevate and alternatively lower a patient’s core body temperature. The device includes a heater and refrigeration unit, a pump, and typically a water reservoir; it may also be intended for patient temperature monitoring and typically includes alarms for cases of water temperatures beyond pre-set limits. It is intended to be used by a healthcare professional in a clinical setting (e.g., to achieve normothermia).