THE WOLFF-PARKINSON-WHITE SYNDROME AS AN AVIATION RISK
Abstract
The pevalence of the W-P-W anomaly, the prevalence of tachycardia in the W-P-W group, and the incidence of tachycardia during the period of observation were calculated from data obtained from surveys conducted on four groups of normal people. The mortality rate and the morbidity associated with the W-P-W syndrome are discussed. From observations on these groups of subjects and from similar observations reported in the medical literature the conclusion is reached that asymptomatic aviators and aviation candidates with the W-P-W anomaly could be allowed to continue in an unrestricted flying status but those with paroxysmal tachycardia should be permanently disqualified for duty involving the actual control of aircraft. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 28, 1963
- Accession Number
- AD0428966
Entities
People
- Raphael F. Smith
Organizations
- Naval Aerospace Medical Institute