Structure of short paroxysmal disorders of consciousness in the Civil Aviation specialists and the approaches to medical-flight examination
Abstract
The article presents the clinical observations of short episodes of losses of consciousness among the Civil aviation specialists, which make a threat to the flights safety. From 2000 to 2011 192 episodes were recorded. In 29.17 % of cases epileptic seizures were diagnosed, in 70.83 % - transient disorders of consciousness of non-epileptic origin. Results of a comprehensive survey showed features of clinical manifestations among the various categories of aviation professionals. At the deciding a question on the professional serviceableness at the medical-flight examination an individual and a balanced approach is necessary that takes into account gender, age, etiology, previous medical examination, etc.
About the Author
G. N. Biriykbaeva
Central clinical hospital of Civil aviation Central Flight Medical Expertise Commission
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Biryukbaeva Galina Nikolaevna, chief neurologist expert Central Flight Medical Expertise Commission, physician - neurologist of the highest qualification category, PhD
Moscow
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Biriykbaeva G.N. Structure of short paroxysmal disorders of consciousness in the Civil Aviation specialists and the approaches to medical-flight examination. Yakut Medical Journal. 2014;(1):26-29.
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