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Challenges in the management of high-altitude illnesses and emergencies in Bhutan and Nepal.

Authors :
Dorji T
Giri S
Tshering U
LeVine S
Tshering U
Chhetri S
Dhakal N
Gaikwad SN
Flaherty GT
Lucero-Prisno DE 3rd
McIntosh S
Source :
Travel medicine and infectious disease [Travel Med Infect Dis] 2023 Nov-Dec; Vol. 56, pp. 102660. Date of Electronic Publication: 2023 Nov 04.
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

Many popular tourist attractions and trekking routes in Bhutan and Nepal are situated between 3000 and 6000 m in elevation. High-altitude emergencies are becoming more common and medical providers must be aware of the practical and medical issues in managing these disorders. We reflect on the challenges in providing high-altitude emergency medical services in Bhutan and Nepal.<br />Competing Interests: Declaration of competing interest The authors have no disclosures to report.<br /> (Copyright © 2023. Published by Elsevier Ltd.)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1873-0442
Volume :
56
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Travel medicine and infectious disease
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
37926372
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tmaid.2023.102660