Cerebral Oxymetry and Neurological Outcome in Therapeutic Hypothermia

As we start the targeted temperature management protocol (24 hours of hypothermia adjusted to 33-36 C and afterwards up to five days of normothermia \[36.5 C\]) NIRS sensor pads will be placed over the right and left frontal area. Regional cerebral oxygen values will be continuously recorded at the NIRS monitor. Tests to assess neurological outcome will be performed. Patients will be assessed in terms of neurological performance tests and regional cerebral oxygen.