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- The article analyzes health issues faced by a selected group of individuals living in Antarctica, based on data from medical consultations during Indian expeditions.
- A total of 327 participants (mostly men) had 1989 medical consultations, with injuries being the most frequent reason (27.25%), followed by gastrointestinal issues (19.66%).
- Psychological issues and cold-related injuries were less common, making up 2.66% and 2.01% of consultations, respectively.
Article Abstract
The article attempts to analyze the disease burden in a healthy, pre-screened population subjected to prolonged residence in the hostile environment of Antarctica. This retrospective epidemiological study was conducted utilizing data from medical consultation room on board the Indian Antarctic expedition vessels and at Indian Antarctic station, Maitri from seven Indian Scientific Expeditions to Antarctica (ISEA). The study group (n=327) consisted of 325 men and two women. The total number of medical room consultations was 1989. Maximum consultations were for injuries (27.25%); 14.68% were musculoskeletal and 10.31% were bruises and lacerations. Disturbances of gastrointestinal tract (19.66%) were the second most common disorders. Psychological disturbances accounted for 2.66% consultations. Cold injuries constituted 2.01% consultations and photophthalmia accounted for 1.06% consultations.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3574168 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.3402/ijch.v72i0.20175 | DOI Listing |
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