Therapeutic intervention against deacclimatization to high altitude.
- Author:
Yin-Hu WANG
;
Qi-Quan ZHOU
;
Sheng-Hong YANG
;
Yan WANG
;
Bin LI
;
Chao-Liang LONG
;
Hai WANG
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- MeSH:
Acclimatization;
Altitude;
Altitude Sickness;
prevention & control;
therapy;
Humans
- From:
Chinese Journal of Applied Physiology
2013;29(6):512-517
- CountryChina
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
The incidence of deacclimatization to high altitude syndrome (DAHAS) prevailed up to 80% in highland troops, and 100% in manual workers, and severe DAHAS could significantly affects patients' health, work and life. So it is imperative to develop effective prevention and treatment measures for DAHAS. The present review analyzes effective prophylactic and therapeutic measures against DAHAS, implemented at our hospital.