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MeSH Heading: Hyperthermia
Tree Number(s): C23.888.119.455; C26.522.750
Unique ID: D000084462
RDF Unique Identifier: http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/D000084462
Scope Note: An abnormal elevation of body temperature, usually as a result of inability to regulate core body temperature due to non-pathologic factors.
Entry Term(s): Hyperpyrexia
NLM Classification #: QT 150
See Also: Hyperthermia, Induced; Malignant Hyperthermia
Public MeSH Note: 2021; for Hyperthermia use under Heat Stroke 1985-2020
History Note: 2021; for Hyperthermia was under Heat Stroke 1985-2020
Date Established: 2021/01/01
Date of Entry: 2020/07/07
Revision Date: 2021/10/18

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Hyperthermia MeSH Descriptor Data 2025