Intermittent simulated hypoxia for pre-acclimatization

Tannheimer, Markus

doi:10.1007/s11325-009-0308-9

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“…A possibility for preacclimatization other than exposure to natural heights is through intermittent hypoxic exposure under hypobaric or normobaric conditions (chambers, tents, or breathing masks), which is practiced extensively by the Indian Armed Forces and increasingly by civilian mountaineers. 4,10,30 Pharmacologic prophylaxis with acetazolamide and/or dexamethasone may be considered as well, especially if the operation does not allow time for proper preacclimatization (eg, rescue mission, quick reaction force). 9,14 In addition to triggering high altitude illnesses, hypobaric hypoxia reduces maximal aerobic capacity and endurance.…”

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Challenges of Military Health Service Support in Mountain Warfare

Lechner

Küpper

Tannheimer

2018

Wilderness & Environmental Medicine

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To overcome the restrictions of mountain environments, proper planning and preparation, including sustained mountain mobility training, in-depth mountain medicine training with a special emphasize on prolonged field care, knowledge of acclimatization strategies, adapted time calculations, mountain-specific equipment, air rescue strategies and makeshift evacuation strategies, and thorough personnel selection, are vital to guarantee the best possible medical support. The specifics of managing risks in mountain environments are also critical for civilian rescue missions and humanitarian aid.

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Section: Military Tactics Determine Military Medicinesolutions For Anmentioning

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Challenges of Military Health Service Support in Mountain Warfare

Lechner

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Tannheimer

2018

Wilderness & Environmental Medicine

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“…When high altitude disease does occur, or preexisting medical conditions worsen, the aetiology is of major interest. In many cases altitude profiles were too ambitious, a frequent problem in commercially offered tours [18,24]. Common causes are group dynamics, burning ambition or even lack of knowledge among the participants, as well as economic motives from the company side.…”

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