High altitude peripheral edema
Evaluation
- Swelling of face and distal extremities is common (20% of trekkers at 14,000ft)
- Often associated with acute mountain sickness, but not in all cases
Differential Diagnosis
Management
- Resolves spontaneously with descent
Expected SpO2 and PaO2 levels at altitude[1]
| Altitude | SpO2 | PaO2 (mm Hg) |
|---|---|---|
| 1,500 to 3,500 m (4,900 to 11,500 ft) | about 90% | 55-75 |
| 3,500 to 5,500 m (11,500 to 18,000 ft) | 75-85% | 40-60 |
| 5,500 to 8,850 m (18,000 to 29,000 ft) | 58-75% | 28-40 |
See Also
- High Altitude Medicine
References
- Gallagher, MD, Scott A.; Hackett, MD, Peter (August 28, 2018). "High altitude pulmonary edema". UpToDate. Retrieved May 2, 2019.
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