Maximum Views Reached

You have reached the maximum number of Guideline views for today. By creating a free account, you can increase your number of complimentary daily views.

To view this Guideline, please log in to your account. If you do not have an account, you can create one for free by clicking the button below.

Prevention and Treatment of Acute Altitude Illness

Publication Date: June 1, 2019

Last Updated: March 14, 2022

Recommendations

Acute mountain sickness (AMS) and high altitude cerebral edema (HACE)

PREVENTION

Gradual ascent, defined as a slow increase in sleeping elevation, is recommended for AMS and HACE prevention. A specific approach is described further later in the text. (1 – Strong, B)

Prevention and Treatment of Acute Altitude Illness

Recommendations

Acute mountain sickness (AMS) and high altitude cerebral edema (HACE)

PREVENTION

Overview

Title

Authoring Organization