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- M Erik Monasterio.
- Medlicott Academic Unit, Hillmorton Hospital, Christchurch. erik.monasterio@cdhb.govt.nz
- N. Z. Med. J. 2005 Jan 28; 118 (1208): U1249.
AimTo examine demographic, morbidity, and mortality findings in a population of mountain climbers in New Zealand.MethodsA baseline survey and a 4-year follow-up took place among a population of mountain climbers. The purpose of this survey was to determine the frequency and characteristics of mountain-climbing accidents and to estimate the climbing-related death rate.ResultsForty-nine climbers enrolled in the study. Baseline findings revealed that 44 (90%) climbers had been involved in the sport for more than 5 years and 23 (47%) climbers had been involved in a total of 33 accidents. At 4-year follow-up, results were available on 46 (94%) climbers. There were nine further accidents and four deaths from climbing misadventure.ConclusionMountain climbing is associated with a high risk of serious injury and mortality.
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