Traditional Chinese medicine constitution characteristics and influencing factors for acute mountain sickness susceptibility in rapidly ascending high-altitude populations: a cross-sectional survey

Key Points

• This research aims to identify Traditional Chinese Medicine constitution characteristics and their effect on susceptibility to acute mountain sickness (AMS).
• Conducted a cross-sectional survey among rapidly ascending high-altitude populations.
• Assessed TCMC types, specifically focusing on Qi-deficiency and its association with AMS susceptibility.
• Evaluated modifiable risk factors including insomnia, anxiety, and low blood oxygen levels.
• Qi-deficiency identified as the most prevalent TCMC type linked to AMS susceptibility.
• Insomnia, anxiety, and low SpO2 were highlighted as key modifiable risk factors.
• Finding indicates a need for TCMC-tailored prevention strategies for higher AMS risk individuals.