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Bronchoesophageal and related systems in space flightA review is presented of the detrimental effects of space flight on the human bronchoesophageal system emphasizing related areas such as the gastric system. In-flight symptoms are listed including congestion, nasopharyngeal irritation, epigastric sensations, anorexia, and nausea. Particular attention is given to space-related effects on eating/drinking associated with the absence of hydrostatic pressure in the vascular system. The atmospheric characteristics of a typical space shuttle flight are given, and the reduced pressure and low humidity are related to bronchial, eye, and nose irritation. Earth and space versions of motion sickness are compared, and some critical differences are identified. It is proposed that more research is required to assess the effects of long-duration space travel on these related systems.
Document ID
19920074004
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Reprint (Version printed in journal)
Authors
Thornton, William
(NASA Johnson Space Center Houston, TX, United States)
Date Acquired
August 15, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1991
Publication Information
Publication: Japan Broncho-Esophagological Society, Journal
Volume: 42
Issue: 2, 19
ISSN: 0029-0645
Subject Category
Aerospace Medicine
Accession Number
92A56628
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
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