Publications by authors named "Manoj Plaingam"
Aerosp Med Hum Perform
September 2024
Article Synopsis
- Pilots are at increased risk for thrombosis due to immobility during flights and hypoxemia, which can cause secondary polycythemia that further elevates this risk.
- A study conducted on 386 pilots in Thailand found that 7.5% had polycythemia, and a higher Body Mass Index (BMI) correlated with increased red blood cell levels.
- Piloting non-pressurized aircraft was identified as a significant independent risk factor for developing polycythemia, with an odds ratio of 4.3.
