First authenticated case of Sri Lankan flying snake (Chrysopelea taprobanica) bite.

abstract：:Ticks are versatile vectors of infectious diseases and transmit a broad range of pathogens, including bacteria, viruses, and parasites. Ticks harbor pathogens without infection and share pathogens with other ticks while feeding together on a host. The primary objective of this review is to identify tickborne viral pat...

journal_title：Wilderness & environmental medicine

authors： Diaz JH

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This case report describes the use of a hydration bladder as an improvised air splint for a left forearm fracture in an austere environment. The literature regarding the use of air splints in the prehospital and wilderness environments is scarce, and it does not appear that this technique has been previously described...

journal_title：Wilderness & environmental medicine

authors： Hurt HF,Reilly AJ

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Bites by the European adder (Vipera berus) are a rare medical emergency in the UK with 20 to 50% of an estimated 50 to 200 cases per year necessitating treatment with antivenom. We present a case demonstrating both severe systemic and local effects necessitating out of hospital resuscitation, vasopressor support, and ...

journal_title：Wilderness & environmental medicine

authors： Hamilton J,Kause J,Lamb T

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although catfish are found worldwide and commonly consumed in the southern United States, fatal infections from catfish are rare. Edwardsiella tarda is a bacterium known to cause gastrointestinal distress most commonly, but extraintestinal infections are a rarely considered danger for those acquiring, preparing, and c...

journal_title：Wilderness & environmental medicine

authors： LeBlond L

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We experienced a case involving prolonged cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) during cardiac arrest on Mt. Fuji (3776 m), demanding lengthy exertion by the rescuers performing CPR. Considering the effects of exertion on the rescuers, we examined their percutaneous arterial oxygen saturation during simulated CPR and co...

journal_title：Wilderness & environmental medicine

authors： Suto T,Saito S,Tobe M,Kanamoto M,Matsui Y

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Physical stress (exercise and/or environmental) activates the sympathetic-adrenal-medullary (SAM) and hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenocortical (HPA) axes. The combination of ultraendurance exercise in the cold presents a unique summated stress to the body. The purpose of this study was to assess the stress hormo...

journal_title：Wilderness & environmental medicine

authors： Stuempfle KJ,Nindl BC,Kamimori GH

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Olfactory function, a cognitive impairment biomarker, was evaluated in mountain ultramarathon (MUM) runners during the Tor des Géants race (332.5 km with an overall altitude gain of 24,000 m; altitude range 330-3296 m above the sea). METHODS:An Odor Identification Test was administered before (T0; n = 53), a...

journal_title：Wilderness & environmental medicine

authors： Tonacci A,Billeci L,Tartarisco G,Mastorci F,Borghini A,Mrakic-Sposta S,Moretti S,Vezzoli A,Faraguna U,Pioggia G,Guido G,Pratali L

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Mountaineers face a variety of health risks at altitude including pulmonary edema; portable ultrasound may be used to diagnose high altitude pulmonary edema. This report tests the functionality of electronic equipment in a hypobaric test environment and the ability of remotely guided nonexperts to use ultraso...

journal_title：Wilderness & environmental medicine

authors： Otto C,Hamilton DR,Levine BD,Hare C,Sargsyan AE,Altshuler P,Dulchavsky SA

更新日期：2009-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Depending on their theatre of operation, French soldiers may potentially be exposed to scorpion stings and snakebites. Following the recommendations of a French military health service (FMHS) technical committee for envenomation, the FMHS provides antivenoms appropriate to each deployment. This work aimed ...

journal_title：Wilderness & environmental medicine

authors： Bomba A,Favaro P,Haus R,Aigle L,Jean FX,Dauphin I,Guigon P,Fontaine B,Puidupin M,Demoncheaux JP,Larréché S

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Wilderness medicine training has become increasingly popular among medical professionals with numerous educational opportunities nationwide. Curricula for fellowship programs and for medical student education have previously been developed and published, but a specific curriculum for wilderness medicine education duri...

journal_title：Wilderness & environmental medicine

authors： Schrading WA,Battaglioli N,Drew J,McClure SF

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A hydatid cyst is a parasitic disease caused by the tapeworm Echinococcus granulosus. It is endemic in many areas, including New Zealand, Australia, and the Mediterranean region. Pulmonary hydatid disease can be diagnosed incidentally in asymptomatic patients or may cause symptoms such as cough, chest pain, dyspnea, f...

journal_title：Wilderness & environmental medicine

authors： Topuzlar M,Eken C,Ozkurt B,Khan F

更新日期：2008-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:During historic, as well as more recent, conflicts, most combat casualties who die from their injuries do so in the prehospital setting. Although many of the injuries incurred by these casualties are nonsurvivable, a number of injuries are still potentially survivable. Of those injuries that are potentially survivable...

journal_title：Wilderness & environmental medicine

authors： Kotwal RS,Butler FK Jr

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:To compare the effectiveness of a molded fleece jacket with that of a standard cervical collar at limiting movement of the cervical spine in 3 different directions. METHODS:This is a prospective study using 24 healthy volunteers to measure cervical flexion/extension, rotation, and lateral flexion with bot...

journal_title：Wilderness & environmental medicine

authors： Porter A,Difrancesca M,Slack S,Hudecek L,McIntosh SE

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this study was to describe the relative frequency, patterns, and mechanisms of sailing-related injuries in dinghies and keelboats. Data were also collected on risky and risk-averse behaviors of sailors, as well as on sailing-related illnesses. METHODS:A web-based, logic-driven, multiple-choice...

journal_title：Wilderness & environmental medicine

authors： Nathanson AT,Baird J,Mello M

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this study was to test the hypothesis that polymorphisms in the endothelial PAS domain protein 1 (EPAS1) gene are associated with the susceptibility to high altitude pulmonary edema (HAPE) in Han Chinese. METHODS:This study enrolled 153 HAPE patients (HAPE-p), matched with Han Chinese resistan...

journal_title：Wilderness & environmental medicine

authors： Yang YZ,Wang YP,Qi YJ,Du Y,Ma L,Ga Q,Ge RL

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To help the Mountain Rescue Association of Scotland find the best protective mountain rescue casualty bag in cold and windy conditions. The study investigated how 3 different casualty bags (labeled Bag 1, Bag 2, and Bag 3) performed in a cold (-10 degrees C, dry bulb), windy (wind speed 3.0 m x s(-1)) environ...

journal_title：Wilderness & environmental medicine

authors： Grant SJ,Dowsett D,Hutchison C,Newell J,Connor T,Grant P,Watt M

更新日期：2002-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fatalities secondary to inhalation of volcanic gases in the United States have rarely been reported. We report the deaths of 3 ski patrol members at a popular California ski resort. After a snowstorm, ski patrol members were fencing off a well-known volcanic fumarole when the snow around the vent collapsed. Two member...

journal_title：Wilderness & environmental medicine

authors： Cantrell L,Young M

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:North Carolina (NC) is home to more than 30 species of indigenous venomous and nonvenomous snakes. Snakebites can cause debilitating and potentially fatal injuries. However, there is a lack of current information available describing the incidence of snakebites in NC. Therefore, we performed this study of ...

journal_title：Wilderness & environmental medicine

authors： Harmon KJ,Haskell MG,Mann CH,Waller AE

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study was designed to evaluate the effectiveness of a new protocol implemented to standardize snakebite management in Iran. METHODS:In this study, 27 patients treated according to the new protocol in 2012 (P+) were compared with 22 patients treated according to the previous modality in the year before i...

journal_title：Wilderness & environmental medicine

authors： Monzavi SM,Salarian AA,Khoshdel AR,Dadpour B,Afshari R

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The study aimed to examine the physiological responses to acute normobaric hypoxia during an intermittent walking protocol. METHODS:Twelve active healthy male participants completed a 125-minute test that involved rest and walking (50% VO(2max)) during normoxic (20.93%O(2)) and 2 hypoxic conditions (14%O(2) ...

journal_title：Wilderness & environmental medicine

authors： Richardson A,Twomey R,Watt P,Maxwell N

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Wilderness Medical Society convened a panel to review available evidence supporting practices for the prevention and acute management of drowning in out-of-hospital and emergency medical care settings. Literature about definition and terminology, epidemiology, rescue, resuscitation, acute clinical management, disp...

journal_title：Wilderness & environmental medicine

authors： Schmidt AC,Sempsrott JR,Hawkins SC,Arastu AS,Cushing TA,Auerbach PS

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To describe the epidemiology of injuries sustained during the 2009 season at Whistler Mountain Bike Park. METHODS:A retrospective chart review was performed of injured bike park cyclists presenting to the Whistler Health Clinic between May 16 and October 12, 2009. RESULTS:Of 898 cases, 86% were male (median...

journal_title：Wilderness & environmental medicine

authors： Ashwell Z,McKay MP,Brubacher JR,Gareau A

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Severe injuries and fatalities can occur from an alligator attack. Encounters with alligators appear to be increasing in the United States. This review provides information from alligator attacks reported in the United States as well as infections that may occur after an alligator bite. METHODS:Telephone int...

journal_title：Wilderness & environmental medicine

authors： Langley RL

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Treating skin disorders in wilderness settings is often challenging. In this report we describe common skin conditions affecting the feet of river runners on the Colorado River in Grand Canyon National Park. These conditions are frequently referred to by river runners with a catchall term, "tolio." Several skin disord...

journal_title：Wilderness & environmental medicine

authors： Myers TM,Bigler CJ,Maurer MB,Gaither ME,Taylor WM

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVE:We examined the changes in ventilation during sleep at high altitude using the LifeShirt monitoring system on 2 climbers who were attempting to summit Mount Aconcagua (6956 m). METHODS:Prior to the summit attempt, we measured cardiovascular and pulmonary function at 401 m (Rochester, MN) and gathe...

journal_title：Wilderness & environmental medicine

authors： Snyder EM,Stepanek J,Bishop SL,Johnson BD

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:As part of an emergency medical system protocol, national park service rangers certified at the level of an emergency medical technician-basic (EMT-B) are taught to recognize and treat high-altitude pulmonary edema and high-altitude cerebral edema. In Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, this is done with the assi...

journal_title：Wilderness & environmental medicine

authors： Freeman K,Shalit M,Stroh G

更新日期：2004-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to describe the range and types of medical and traumatic conditions encountered in land search and rescue operations in New Zealand. METHODS:Twenty months (May 2010 to December 2011) of land search and rescue operations were analyzed. Data on medical and traumatic conditions were ex...

journal_title：Wilderness & environmental medicine

authors： Visser JT,Campbell AF

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Teaching emergency procedural skills in a wilderness setting can be logistically challenging. To teach these skills as part of a wilderness medicine elective for medical students, we designed an outdoor simulation session with low-fidelity models. The session involved 6 stations in which procedural skills were taught ...

journal_title：Wilderness & environmental medicine

authors： Saxon KD,Kapadia AP,Juneja NS,Bassin BS

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of gender and menstrual cycle on the percent of carbohydrate (CHO) utilized during cold water immersion (20 degrees C). Previous research has suggested that males and females utilize CHO differently during submaximal exercise. This study examined whether t...

journal_title：Wilderness & environmental medicine

authors： Glickman-Weiss E,Caine N,Cheatham CC,Blegen M,Scharschmidt T,Marcinkiewicz J

更新日期：2000-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The Kham Tibetans are one of several Tibetan ethnic subgroups living in the Kham area of China. Because studies on the high-altitude adaptation of the Kham people are scant, the main aim of this study is to investigate whether the response to hypoxia, especially polycythemia status, in the Kham Tibetans is...

journal_title：Wilderness & environmental medicine

authors： Zhang JB,Wang L,Chen J,Wang ZY,Cao M,Yie SM,Yang H,Yao XQ,Zeng Y,Yang YC,Xie CB,Zhao TQ

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00