Prevention of IPH: Electric Warming Mattress vs Forced Air Warming Blanket

A Study to Determine if Modern Under-patient Warming Mattresses Are as Effective as Forced-air Warming Blankets in Preventing Peri-operative Hypothermia

This study will determine if modern under-patient warming mattresses are as effective as forced air warming blankets in preventing cold and shivering in patients scheduled for non emergency surgery.

Inclusion Criteria:

• All patients undergoing elective (non emergency) surgery who will require intra-operative warming
• Patients whose surgery will be performed with them in the supine position

Exclusion Criteria:

• Abdominal aortic aneurysm repair
• All adults (over 18 years) who refuse,who are unable to fully understand the trial
• ALL laparoscopic surgeries