Globus Pallidus Lesions Associated with High Mountain Climbing
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Globus pallidus lesions associated with high mountain climbing.
Acute mountain sickness (AMS) occurs commonly in hikers who are rapidly exposed to high altitude environments. Despite the numerous reports of AMS, few studies have reported pallidal lesions associated with altitude sickness. A previously healthy 49-yr-old Korean patient, after ascent to 4,700 m, suffered symptoms consistent with AMS. After returning home, the patient showed changes in personal...
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ژورنال
عنوان ژورنال: Journal of Korean Medical Science
سال: 2002
ISSN: 1011-8934,1598-6357
DOI: 10.3346/jkms.2002.17.6.861