The Value of CT Examination in the Development of Imaging Manifestations of Acute High Altitude Pulmonary Edema

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the significance of CT examinations in elucidating the imaging manifestations of acute high-altitude pulmonary edema (HAPE). A cohort of 200 patients with acute HAPE, attending the clinic between January 2021 and January 2022, constituted the subjects. Employing distinct examination methods, participants were categorized into a control group (undergoing X-ray examinations, n = 100) and an observation group (undergoing CT examinations, n = 100). Comprehensive patient data were collected, facilitating a comparative analysis of examination results, diagnosis rates, imaging features, and related indicators between the two groups. No statistically significant differences were evident, signifying comparable profiles (P >0.05). However, the observation group exhibited significantly superior examination outcomes compared to the control group (P < 0.01). The diagnostic rate in the observation group reached 98.00%, surpassing the control group’s nursing efficiency at 92.00%. This observed superiority of the observation group was statistically significant (P < 0.01). While both X-ray and CT methods detected high-altitude pulmonary edema, CT examinations provided clearer insights into specific lesions, enhancing accuracy and diagnosis rates. This study underscores the paramount significance of high-altitude pulmonary edema examinations, particularly advocating for the widespread adoption of CT technology.