Desert Medicine - 24/06/24
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Résumé |
Deserts are defined by their arid nature, characterized by little rainfall, and often featuring vast stretches of sandy terrain with sparse vegetation. The resulting variations in temperature, humidity, and topography predispose patients to medical conditions that practitioners in both rural and urban deserts must recognize and manage. This article will equip medical practitioners with the essential knowledge and tools to navigate these complexities, including a description of specific environmental considerations and challenges encountered while providing care in these desert locations, common conditions associated with extreme heat and solar radiation, and animal encounters.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Desert medicine, Desert climate, Wilderness medicine, Hyperthermia, Bites and stings, Dehydration
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Vol 42 - N° 3
P. 565-580 - août 2024 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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