ABSTRACT

This book explores how humans respond to the hypoxia of high altitudes, addressing the response of lowlanders to sudden and sustained exposure, as well as that of those living permanently at high elevations.
Examines adaptation and maladaptation, acute and chronic high-altitude illnesses, and the challenges faced by lowland dwellers with preexi

chapter 2|18 pages

The Atmosphere

chapter 3|58 pages

The People

chapter 6|35 pages

Control of Breathing at High Altitude

chapter 7|24 pages

Mechanics of Breathing

chapter 8|36 pages

Gas Exchange

chapter 10|50 pages

The Pulmonary Circulation at High Altitude

chapter 11|33 pages

Cerebral Circulation at High Altitude

chapter 12|47 pages

The High-Altitude Brain

chapter 13|18 pages

Autonomic Nervous System

chapter 14|50 pages

The Effects of Altitude on Skeletal Muscle

chapter 15|31 pages

Blood

chapter 16|44 pages

Renal Function and Fluid Homeostasis

chapter 18|44 pages

The Endocrine System

chapter 21|24 pages

Sleep

chapter 23|38 pages

High-Altitude Pulmonary Edema

chapter 24|24 pages

Chronic Mountain Sickness in Andeans

chapter 25|47 pages

High Altitude and Common Medical Conditions