Can a drug save frostbitten fingers on everest? new study aims to find out
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This study looks at whether a medicine called iloprost can be given to people with severe frostbite (grades 3-4) in remote, high-altitude places like Mount Everest. The goal is to see if it's safe and practical to start treatment before reaching a hospital. Ten adults with severe…
Sponsor: Institute of Mountain Emergency Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC