Race against frostbite: everest doctors test Life-Saving drug on the mountain
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This study aims to see if a drug called iloprost, which can help save frostbitten tissue, can be given safely and effectively at remote high-altitude locations like Everest Basecamp. Researchers will treat up to 10 adult climbers with severe frostbite within 72 hours of injury an…
Sponsor: Institute of Mountain Emergency Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 11, 2026 14:53 UTC