High-altitude pulmonary edema in an experienced climber: A case report
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: High-altitude pulmonary edema (HAPE) is a life-threatening altitude illness that usually occurs in insufficiently acclimatized climbers at altitudes above 2500 m. HAPE also accounts for the high-altitude-related mortality among all high-altitude sicknesses. The risk of developing HAPE increases with increasing altitude and faster ascent. Medications, such as acetazolamide, have been recommended as prophylaxis for acute mountain sickness; however, its role in HAPE prevention has not been established.
Source: 童綜合醫學雜誌
Authors: Li-Yun Cheng, Shu-Yu Liu, Pei-Hung Liao, Chih-Wei Wei
Institution: Tungs' Taichung MetroHarbor Hospital
Language: English
Topic: High Altitude and Hypoxia
Subfield: Genetics
Domain: Life Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4416797763