AbstractThe effects of prolonged bedrest in antiorthostatic position (−4° head down) on electrolyte balance were studied in 4 young volunteers. An increase was noted in sodium excretion during the first 4 days. Plasma renin activity and plasma aldosterone varied in parallel manner during the same period. Potassium balance and creatinine clearance were not significantly modified. In light of these data we feel that prolonged bedrest in antiorthostatic position constitutes an effective way to simulate on earth metabolic and hormonal modifications occurring in man under weightlessness conditions.
Hydroelectrolytic and hormonal modifications related to prolonged bedrest in antiorthostatic position
Acta Astronautica ; 9 , 9 ; 589-592
1981-11-10
4 pages
Article (Journal)
Electronic Resource
English
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