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HAPE on Aconcagua

A member from Bangladesh fell ill while at Plaza de Mulas in Mendoza Province, Argentina. He was diagnosed with high altitude pulmonary edema (HAPE) and moderate acute mountain sickness (AMS) after experiencing severe headaches, dizziness,…

A member from Bangladesh fell ill while at Plaza de Mulas in Mendoza Province, Argentina. He was diagnosed with high altitude pulmonary edema (HAPE) and moderate acute mountain sickness (AMS) after experiencing severe headaches, dizziness, shortness of breath, and fatigue. Due to the severity of his symptoms, Global Rescue arranged a helicopter evacuation from Plaza de Mulas to Horcones, followed by ground ambulance transport to Hospital Santa Isabel de Hungría in Mendoza. After receiving treatment, the member’s condition improved significantly, and he was discharged with home medications to continue his recovery in Mendoza.

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Lung Puncture From Motorcycle Accident in Mexico

A U.S. member sustained multiple injuries in a motorcycle accident in El Comitán, Mexico, including three fractured ribs and a suspected lung puncture. He underwent surgery for chest tube placement at Central de Especialidades Médicas…

A U.S. member sustained multiple injuries in a motorcycle accident in El Comitán, Mexico, including three fractured ribs and a suspected lung puncture. He underwent surgery for chest tube placement at Central de Especialidades Médicas de La Paz. Due to concerns over local medical facilities, Global Rescue arranged an air ambulance transport for his transfer to AdventHealth Littleton Hospital in Denver. He was admitted for further care and continued his recovery.

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Severe Altitude Sickness on Kilimanjaro

A member from Papua New Guinea required evacuation from Barranco Camp, Mt. Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, after experiencing severe symptoms of HAPE. He was transported via helicopter to Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Center, where he was diagnosed with…

A member from Papua New Guinea required evacuation from Barranco Camp, Mt. Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, after experiencing severe symptoms of HAPE. He was transported via helicopter to Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Center, where he was diagnosed with mild HAPE. After receiving treatment, he was discharged and later confirmed his recovery and plans to return home.

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Airborne Rescue for a Canadian Climber

A Global Rescue member from Victoria, Canada, required evacuation from Aconcagua, Argentina, due to Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) and High-Altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE). After experiencing severe symptoms, including low oxygen saturation and fatigue, the member…

A Global Rescue member from Victoria, Canada, required evacuation from Aconcagua, Argentina, due to Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) and High-Altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE). After experiencing severe symptoms, including low oxygen saturation and fatigue, the member received oxygen therapy at a nearby camp. A medical evacuation order was issued, leading to an airlift to Horcones and subsequent ground transport to Mendoza for hospital evaluation. The member was stabilized and later discharged with no further complications.

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HAPE on Aconcagua Triggers Rescue

A member from Arlington, United States, suffered from AMS and suspected HAPE while on the Guacanos route of Aconcagua, Argentina. Symptoms included shortness of breath and dangerously low oxygen saturation despite medication. A helicopter evacuation…

A member from Arlington, United States, suffered from AMS and suspected HAPE while on the Guacanos route of Aconcagua, Argentina. Symptoms included shortness of breath and dangerously low oxygen saturation despite medication. A helicopter evacuation was approved, and the member was transported from Plaza Argentina to Mendoza for hospital treatment. After overnight monitoring, the condition improved, with minor congestion and resolved headaches, allowing for discharge and independent recovery.

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Summit Effort Ends at Base Camp 3

A US member developed severe HAPE at Base Camp 3 Guanacos on Aconcagua, Argentina. Initial symptoms included persistent headaches, worsening fatigue, cough, and dangerously low oxygen saturation. Due to the critical condition, an emergency helicopter…

A US member developed severe HAPE at Base Camp 3 Guanacos on Aconcagua, Argentina. Initial symptoms included persistent headaches, worsening fatigue, cough, and dangerously low oxygen saturation. Due to the critical condition, an emergency helicopter evacuation was arranged. The member was transferred to a hospital in Mendoza, where AMS and HAPE were confirmed. After treatment and observation, the member was discharged with medical advice to take extreme precautions during recovery.

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Knee Injury Stops Summit Attempt

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Pulmonary Edema at Base Camp 2

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A member from Zibatá, Mexico, developed pulmonary edema at Base Camp 2, Nido de Cóndores, Argentina. Symptoms included a persistent cough, fatigue, and difficulty breathing, prompting an evacuation request. A helicopter transported the member to Horcones, followed by an ambulance transfer to a hospital in Mendoza. The medical team diagnosed High-Altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE) and provided treatment. The member was discharged after showing significant improvement and declined further medical follow-ups.

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HAPE Knocks Down Australian Climber

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HAPE Knocks Down Another Australian Climber

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Slip and Fall in Japan

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