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Respiratory Therapeutics Week; 4/26/2024, p682-682, 1p |
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A report from King Khalid University in Saudi Arabia discusses two cases of high-altitude pulmonary edema (HAPE) in pediatric patients with pre-existing lung disease. HAPE is a rare form of pulmonary edema that occurs at altitudes above 2500 meters. Both patients in the study had underlying chronic lung diseases and developed HAPE after ascending to high altitudes. The report suggests that pre-existing lung disease may be a predisposing factor for severe HAPE in children and highlights the need for improved preventative strategies and informed medical decisions for children with lung conditions traveling to high altitudes. [Extracted from the article] |
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Complementary Index |
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