Principles of Clinical Medicine for Space Flight

This unique text is an essential addition to the library of every physician associated with the aerospace industry. It contains, for the first time, a body of clinical knowledge on how to diagnose and treat conditions that develop either during a space mission or because of a mission. This vital text has been compiled by Drs. Michael Barratt and Sam L. Pool of the NASA/Johnson Space Center.

Complete with detailed information on the physiological and psychological affects of space flight, as well as how to diagnose and treat everything from dental concerns to decompression to dermatological problems encountered during space flight, this text is a must have for all those associated with aerospace medicine.

From the reviews:

"This is a comprehensive, state-of-the-art-and-science book on what experts in space medicine understand of the physiology and organizational logistics of the field. a book for anyone with an interest in space medicine and anyone who wants to understand the extraordinary efforts that have been made to render space travel as safe as possible in such an unforgiving environment. is an absolute necessity for every academic medical library. The authors are to be commended for a easily readable book on a fascinating topic." (Vincent F Carr, Doody's Review Service, August, 2008)

"More than 40 experts have contributed to this book. Its 27 referenced chapters are divided into 2 sections, dealing first with the unique aspects of space medicine and then with clinical medicine in space flight. The book contains numerous tables, charts, black-and-white photographs, and drawings. Principles of Clinical Medicine for Space Flight is a valuable addition to the shelves of anyone interested in space and medicine."(Joseph McKeon, Journal of the American Medical Association, February, 2009)

Inhalt
Unique Attributes of Space Medicine.- Physical and Bioenvironmental Aspects of Human Space Flight.- Human Response to Space Flight.- Medical Evaluations and Standards.- Spaceflight Medical Systems.- Acute Care.- Surgical Capabilities.- Medical Evacuation and Vehicles for Transport.- Telemedicine.- Medical Imaging.- Spaceflight Clinical Medicine.- Space and Entry Motion Sickness.- Decompression-Related Disorders: Decompression Sickness, Arterial Gas Embolism, and Ebullism Syndrome.- Decompression-Related Disorders: Pressurization Systems, Barotrauma, and Altitude Sickness.- Renal and Genitourinary Concerns.- Musculoskeletal Response to Space Flight.- Immunologic Concerns.- Cardiovascular Disorders.- Neurologic Concerns.- Gynecologic and Reproductive Concerns.- Behavioral Health and Performance Support.- Fatigue, Sleep, and Chronotherapy.- Health Effects of Atmospheric Contamination.- Hypoxia, Hypercarbia, and Atmospheric Control.- Radiation Disorders.- Acoustics Issues.- Ophthalmologic Concerns.- Dental Concerns.- Spaceflight Metabolism and Nutritional Support.