Examination of novel diagnostic approaches and contemporary strategies for preventing acute mountain sickness

• Main Authors: Zuzanna Olejarz (Author), Karolina Nowak (Author), Zuzanna Drygała (Author), Julia Wyrwał (Author), Zuzanna Zielińska (Author), Magdalena Słowik (Author), Maria Nieć (Author), Katarzyna Gierlach (Author), Martyna Krasuska (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Kazimierz Wielki University, 2024-01-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Introduction and purpose: Acute mountain sickness is caused by hypoxia, of which the brain is the most sensitive. The frequency of occurrence at altitudes above 2500 m above sea level may reach up to 75% of travelers. Prevention of altitude sickness mainly concerns the travel plan and pharmacology....