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31 mar 2002 · Dr. Mohler offers the following advice for preventing economy class syndrome on long flights: Book exit row, bulkhead, or aisle seats to get more leg room. Wear loose-fitting clothes and avoid knee-length stockings that constrict circulation.
26 maj 2017 · The term ‘economy class syndrome’ refers to the occurrence of thrombotic events during long-haul flights that mainly occur in passengers in the economy class of the aircraft. This syndrome results from several factors related to the aircraft cabin (immobilization, hypobaric hypoxia and low humidity) and the passenger (body mass index ...
Zespół klasy ekonomicznej (ang. economy class syndrome, ECS) – schorzenie powodowane przez długotrwałe unieruchomienie, bądź ograniczenie ruchowe (np. w fotelu lotniczym lub autobusowym), które prowadzi do ostrego zapalenia żył głębokich podudzi u osób podróżujących.
The term 'economy class syndrome' refers to the occurrence of thrombotic events during long-haul flights that mainly occur in passengers in the economy class of the aircraft. This syndrome results from several factors related to the aircraft cabin (immobilization, hypobaric hypoxia and low humidity) ….
6 sty 2023 · Venous thromboembolism (VTE) includes deep venous thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism, when it happens during long-haul flights, it is also called “economy class syndrome.” The first economy class syndrome was reported in the early 1950s.
Causes of economy class syndrome. Lack of adequate fluids, and dehydration caused by drinking alcohol which induces diuresis (an increase in urination), contribute to an increase in blood viscosity. Learn more about causes of traveller's thrombosis.
A recent case of the "Economy Class Syndrome" is presented, emphasizing the syndrome's aeromedical implications and prevention. The clinical presentation, current modes of prophylaxis and therapy, plus a brief but pertinent historical background, are described.
