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Operation Everest II.

J R Sutton, J T Maher, C S Houston

    Progress in Clinical and Biological Research
    |January 1, 1983
    PubMed
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    The Outdoor Extreme Altitude Investigation (OEII) project uses a hypobaric chamber to study human adaptation to extreme altitudes. This research will reveal how healthy individuals perform at high elevations and the survival mechanisms of critically ill patients with hypoxia.

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    Area of Science:

    • Environmental Medicine
    • Altitude Research
    • Human Physiology

    Background:

    • The Outdoor Extreme Altitude Investigation (OEII) is a complex research project.
    • It relies on the support of the U.S. Army Institute of Environmental Medicine.
    • A hypobaric chamber will be staffed 24/7, with full laboratory access assured.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate human physiological responses to extreme altitudes.
    • To understand the mechanisms of survival in critically ill patients with hypoxia.
    • To determine the capabilities of healthy individuals at the highest terrestrial elevations.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilizing a hypobaric chamber to simulate extreme altitudes.
    • Conducting extensive measurements not possible in natural mountain environments.

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  • Involving diverse scientists with expertise in altitude research.

    • Main Results:

    • This study is the only method to observe adjustments to graded induced hypoxia from its onset.
    • Measurements will be taken at altitudes currently unattainable in mountain settings.
    • Insights into healthy individuals' performance at extreme altitudes will be gained.

    Conclusions:

    • OEII provides a unique platform for studying human adaptation to hypoxia.
    • Findings will illuminate survival mechanisms in severely ill patients.
    • The research will inform our understanding of human performance at Earth's highest points.