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The Tortoise and the HAPE: Steady High-Altitude Ascents Win the Race (and Save Lives)

Mountaineering, HAPE, AMS, HACE

  High-Altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE) is a terminal reaction of the lungs to low-oxygen conditions and is the number one cause of death in high altitude environments. When it comes to mountaineering and backcountry snow sports, the excitement of peak-bagging, if not managed with caution and preparedness, can be costly. We all know the fable of the tortoise and the […]

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Sydney Stephens | October 1, 2017
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High Altitude Pulmonary Edema: The #1 Altitude Sickness Killer

HAPE symptoms

High Altitude Pulmonary Edema, also known as HAPE, is the deadliest but least understood acute mountain sickness killer and can be deadly within hours of experiencing symptoms.  HAPE is a build up of liquid in the lungs which makes it difficult for the affected person to breath properly do to quick elevation gains. When a person who is susceptible to […]

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Brian Werner | October 1, 2017
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