Pulmonary embolism at high altitude and hyperhomocysteinemia

J Coll Physicians Surg Pak. 2006 Jan;16(1):71-3.

Abstract

This case report describes pulmonary embolism in a patient as a complication of extended stay at high altitude. He also had increased plasma homocysteine levels. Hypercoagulability at high altitude along with hyperhomocysteinemia is a risk factor for arterial and venous thrombosis.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Altitude*
  • Humans
  • Hyperhomocysteinemia / diagnosis*
  • Hyperhomocysteinemia / etiology*
  • Hyperhomocysteinemia / therapy
  • Male
  • Pulmonary Embolism / diagnosis*
  • Pulmonary Embolism / etiology*
  • Pulmonary Embolism / therapy