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Physiological and pathophysiological aspects of short-term middle-altitude adaptation in humans
The review presents up-to-date information on the physiological and pathophysiological aspects of short-term middle-altitude adaptation in healthy individuals and patients with various chronic diseases.
A. R. Kiselev +6 more
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Acute mountain sickness (AMS) is an ilness, that occurs in non-acclimatized individuals after rapid ascent to high altitude, typically above 2,500 metres (8,000 ft).
Karol Mazur +4 more
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Clock genes regulate Ca2+ signaling and mitochondrial bioenergetics to inhibit Sjogren's disease
Objective Although Ca2+ signaling and metabolism have been identified as key determinants for the development of Sjogren's disease (SjD), the intricate connection between them and salivary gland physiology remains poorly understood. Methods Fluorescence‐based Ca2+ imaging, RNA seq, and mitochondrial activity were used to investigate the effects of ...
Viktor R. Drel +12 more
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A frontotemporal dementia-like case after high-altitude climbing
Background We report a case who developed long-term neuropsychiatric sequelae similar to frontotemporal dementia after suffering a "high altitude sickness" while climbing a high mountain without taking precautions against acute hypoxia. Case presentation
Cemile Hazan Tunalı +2 more
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An overview of high altitude and mountain sickness
Acute mountain sickness (AMS) refers to the impact of the environment on body health at high elevations. It is classified into three based on the onset condition, namely, AMS, high-altitude cerebral edema, and high-altitude pulmonary edema.
Chieh Chen, Guan-Hong Lin
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Moving beyond neurophobia to cultivate the neuroquisitive learner
Abstract “Neurophobia,” a pervasive fear of the neurological sciences, poses a significant barrier in medical education, affecting learners and physicians worldwide. Its consequences are far‐reaching, contributing to a limited neurology workforce and diminished confidence among non‐specialists in managing neurological conditions.
Joanna R. Appel +1 more
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Acute Mountain Sickness: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Risk Factors, Prevention and Treatment
Introduction High mountain climbing has surged in popularity over the past few decades, attracting a diverse range of participants from professional athletes to even recreational enthusiasts, given that this sport has become commercial and more ...
AlicJa Śniatała +7 more
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Sex and Incidence of Acute Mountain Sickness [PDF]
Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) and its related illnesses, high altitude cerebral edema (HACE), and high altitude pulmonary edema (HAPE), affect many residents of lower elevations that travel to high altitude for pleasure or profession.
Venturino, Madeline
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Abstract Wellbeing in higher education (HE) in the United Kingdom has been increasingly prioritised for many institutions, with a growing demand for student support requests. There are various determinants in life that can influence mental health. As such, protected characteristics, including race, can indicate that students who are Black or Asian ...
Amy Bywater, Helen Keane
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Does this patient have acute mountain sickness ? [PDF]
Importance du sujet Le mal aigu des montagnes (en anglais : Acute Mountain Sickness, ou AMS) est une pathologie fréquente, touchant >25% des individus atteignant une altitude de 3500m et >50% de ceux arrivant au-delà de 6000m. L’AMS est caractérisé
Meier, David
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